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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Electric Smoke – Mike Ross

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7th November 2024

Ahead of a forthcoming change in musical direction Mike Ross releases an exciting new (and final) double album, 'Electric Smoke'.

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A Terrible Beauty – Christy Moore

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6th November 2024

Christy Moore returns with another wonderful album full of politics and passion.

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Redesign – Ryan McMullan

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4th November 2024

'Redesign' is the highly anticipated debut album by Ryan McMullan. While It might have been a while coming, it has been well worth the wait.

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American Stories Major Chords – Beau Jennings & The Tigers

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26th October 2024

On 'American Stories Major Chords', Beau Jennings & The Tigers presents a world where the flow of everyday life illuminates the deepest nature of the human experience.

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In the Real World – Eric Bibb

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26th October 2024

'In the Real World' finds bluesman Eric Bibb delivering the message of hope and tolerance that today's world needs.

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The Woman I Would Be – Emily Haden Lee

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21st October 2024

Inspired by adversity,' The Woman I Would Be' is the inspiring and uplifting debut album by Emily Haden Lee.

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Feet First – Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra

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16th October 2024

Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra return with rocking new record 'Feet First' and an Autumn - Winter U.K tour.

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Vivir En Espana – The Reverend Shawn Amos

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27th September 2024

Recorded over two nights during a recent Spnaish tour, 'Vivir En Espana' is the new exciting live album by The Reverend Shawn Amos.

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Kindness on the Streets – Artists for The People’s Kitchen, Belfast

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13th September 2024

'Kindness on the Streets' is a charity album featuring the best of the international music community in aid of The People's Kitchen Belfast.