Interviews

Folk and Tumble interviews pose the questions you've always wanted to ask to some of the biggest stars in music as they talk touring, writing, and more.

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Interview with Amanda St John

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7th April 2020

Singer-songwriter Amanda St. John talks to Folk and Tumble about coping strategies and ways of continuing in the music business during these strange times.

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Interview with Johnny Iguana of The Claudettes

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31st March 2020

We recently caught up with Johnny Iguana of The Claudettes to chat about their new album 'High Times in the Dark' and maybe a new golden age of songwriting.

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Interview with Mike Ross

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27th March 2020

Continuing our series of interviews following the COVID-19 breakout, we caught up with guitarist Mike Ross to chat about his new project 'Dystopia Rising'.

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Interview with Anthony Toner

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26th March 2020

With live music on lockdown, we caught up with singer-songwriter Anthony Toner to chat about missing the social side of gigs and about his new record.

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Interview with Sean Kelly of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival

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25th March 2020

Folk and Tumble caught up with Sean Kelly, Director of Belfast's Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival to talk about festivals and uncertainty post-COVID19.

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Interview with Damien Jurado

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12th March 2020

Folk and Tumble takes time out to chat to Damien Jurado before his recent show in Belfast. We heard about upcoming records, tours, and mental health issues.

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Interview with Martin Stephenson

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20th February 2020

We caught up with Martin Stephenson during his recent tour to talk about Irish Marys, mediums, and making music. One thing is for sure, Martin is an energy.

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Interview with Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Martin Kelly of Altan

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11th February 2020

Back in January, we took some time to interview Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Martin Kelly of Irish trad music legends Altan about their music and longevity.

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Interview with John Blek

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20th January 2020

Folk and Tumble catches up with Irish songwriter John Blek to talk about the making of his upcoming album 'The Embers' and plans for the next year.