Album Reviews

Folk and Tumble album reviews of the latest studio and live record releases from folk, Americana, blues, and country artists across the world.

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Welcome to Carubia – Owen Denvir

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3rd July 2026

Owen Denvir releases 'Welcome to Carubia'—the ultimate magical, inclusive, and educational album for small and big kids alike

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Holywell – Damien Dempsey

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26th June 2026

Damien Dempsey's latest release, 'Holywell' is a masterclass steeped in the Irish Heritage that shaped him

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Child Of The Hills – The Cousins Project (Kristina Stykos & Steve Mayone)

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24th June 2026

'Child of the Hills' by The Cousins Project offers a deeply satisfying journey into authentic, rural Americana and folk music

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Low Down, Wound Up, Rockin’ Texas Blues – Van Wilks

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19th June 2026

'Low Down, Wound Up, Rockin’ Texas Blues' is a powerhouse album by Van Wilks, packing over 30 years of blues rock into one explosive release

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Birdland – The Bluest Sky

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18th June 2026

The Bluest Sky’s fourth release, 'Birdland' keeps musician Chuck Melchin's streak of exceptional music going strong

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These Are The Days That Turn In To Years – Pharis & Jason Romero

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12th June 2026

Pharis & Jason Romero deliver a magical Americana folk masterpiece with 'These Are the Days That Turn In To Years'

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Two Crows – The Trevor B. Power Band

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10th June 2026

On 'Two Crows', the Trevor B. Power Band delivers a remarkably mature, substantive, and brilliant body of work

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Everything’s Fine – Hollie Rogers

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5th June 2026

'Everything's Fine' sees Hollie Rogers return with her trademark sardonic wit and razor-sharp lyrics.

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The Fugitives – The Fugitives

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2nd June 2026

Channelling the vast landscapes of their native Canada, The Fugitives truly sparkle on their self-titled seventh album