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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Above All, Love – Bap Kennedy

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17th August 2026

Honouring the legacy of a much missed talent, 'Above All, Love' celebrates the life and music of prolific Irish singer-songwriter Bap Kennedy

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This Never Happened in The Seventies – Albert Mooneys

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13th August 2026

Netherlands based time travellers, Albert Mooneys release their exciting debut album, 'This Never Happened in the Seventies'

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Abnormal Conditions – Frank Migliorelli & The Dirt Nappers

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10th August 2026

'Abnormal Conditions', the new album from roots-rock outfit Frank Migliorelli and the Dirt Nappers, is an exceptionally vibrant record.

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Home Fires Burning – Adam Beattie

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3rd August 2026

Adam Beattie’s 'Home Fires Burning' is a powerful collection of folk ballads, beautifully capturing the emotions of intimacy and togetherness

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Everything We’ll Never Need – Phil Hooley

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3rd August 2026

On his latest album, 'Everything We’ll Never Need', Phil Hooley delivers an astute and logically driven musical experience

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The Air That You Breathe – Lance Cowan

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17th July 2026

Lance Cowan delivers raw, soul searching Americana & intimate folk on latest album, 'The Air That You Breathe'

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Wrath of Blues – Ryan “Bluwrath” Newman

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15th July 2026

Ryan "Bluwrath" Newman honours legendary blues icons with 'Wrath of Blues', delivering the ultimate high-energy, rockin' tribute album

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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