News Archives - Folk and Tumble

Matthew McDaid announces new single ‘5 4 3 2 1’

13th September 2020

Matthew McDaid announces the release of '5,4,3,2,1', the second single from his lastest EP 'Look Away Sun Child'. Out on 18th September 2020.

Gareth Dunlop announces new EP ‘Born Uncool’

By Gerry McNally

31st August 2020

Gareth Dunlop announces plans for a new different sound on upcoming EP 'Born Uncool' and releases the lead single of the same name.

Americana songwriter Justin Townes Earle dead aged 38 years old

By Scott Edgar

24th August 2020

There's shock and sadness throughout the Americana and modern folk music world as we learn of the passing of songwriter Justin Townes Earle.

Ben Glover announces new single ‘Arguing with Ghosts’

By Gerry McNally

20th August 2020

'Arguing With Ghosts' is the first release from Nashville-based songwriter Ben Glover since 2018's 'Shorebound'. An EP is due to follow.

Sunflowerfest 2020: The show must go on…line

By Scott Edgar

21st July 2020

Nothing stops the team at Sunflowerfest, not even a global pandemic. The festival crew have been hard at work and you can enjoy the show... from home!

John Prine, one of the world’s great songwriters dies at 73

By Scott Edgar

8th April 2020

Remembering the life and works of the two-time Grammy award winning great John Prine who sadly passed away in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 73.

Lukas Nelson and Promise of the Real announce Belfast show

By Gerry McNally

3rd March 2020

With new album 'The Naked Garden' due for release this year, Lukas Nelson and Promise of the Real have announced a tour stop-off in The Limelight, Belfast.

Teddy Thompson reveals upcoming album and tour dates

By Damian McNairney

20th February 2020

Just under a decade since his last solo record, Teddy Thompson returns with 'Heartbreaker Please', debuting the title track and touring with John Grant.

Lineup and ticket announcements from Ards International Guitar Festival 2020

By Gerry McNally

20th February 2020

Showcasing talent from around the world. Ards and North Down Borough Council is pleased to announce the 2020 Ards International Guitar Festival programme.