News

At Folk and Tumble, we bring you the latest news on record releases, upcoming tours, and anything else you need to know about your favourite folk musicians.

Tribute to BB – King of the Blues

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15th May 2015

Blues icon BB King has passed away at the age of 89 having graced stages across the world for generations. Gerry reminisces on some shows and pays tribute to the legend.

Ivor Novello nomination for Bear’s Den

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21st April 2015

Indie folksters pick up an Ivor Novello Award nomination for the Andrew Davie penned 'Above The Clouds Of Pompeii'. Watch out for news from the winners next month.

Introducing Teddy Charles Jr

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21st April 2015

Teddy Charles Jr. is the latest Belfast rocker to try his hand at folk. Softer in sound but no less full of grit, 'Six + One' is one for rock fans too.

Father John Misty for Belfast

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20th April 2015

Former drummer with Fleet Foxes Josh Tillman makes a return to Belfast in the guise of Father John Misty, touring the 'I Love You, Honeybear' record in October.

Sunflowerfest Goes Steampunk

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26th March 2015

Sunflowerfest drop hints at what's to come with their 2015 Steampunk theme. Keep an eye on their website for more information and we'll see you on the farm in July.

Mumford and Sons Stopover Tour

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26th March 2015

Mumford and Sons dominate summer schedules across the USA and UK with a series of Stopover shows announced featuring Foo Fighters, Flaming Lips and more TBC.

Bushstock 2015

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25th March 2015

Bushstock returns to London's Shepherd's Bush locale for its fifth year and we're bringing you news of the first wave of announced acts as well as some great new venues.

Mary Black’s Last Call Tour

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24th March 2015

Mary Black is a legend of Irish music, with millions of fans at home and abroad and if they're outside Ireland this may well be their last chance to see Mary live.

Malojian – ‘Southlands’ Launch Show

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23rd March 2015

This indie-folk outfit have been making waves on Cerys Matthews folk show on BBC6 Music and we've got news about some very intimate upcoming Belfast gigs.