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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The Merciful Road – The Brothers Gillespie

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9th May 2022

A collection of songs inspired by the grace of life in troubled times. That describes 'The Merciful Road' in a nutshell.

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Heavy Light – Beau Jennings & The Tigers

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2nd May 2022

Featuring thoughtful lyrics and melodic music, 'Heavy Light', the new long player by Beau Jennings & The Tigers is not to be missed.

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Ride My Galaxy – The Pawn Shop Saints

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2nd May 2022

Mixing their trade mark Americana with a fuller sound than on their previous outings, The Pawn Shop Saints return with 'Ride My Galaxy'.

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The Soul Food Store – Matt Pearce & The Mutiny

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29th April 2022

'The Soul Food Store' is the latest exciting genre crossing release by soulful rockers Matt Pearce & The Mutiny.

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I’ll Worry If I Wanna – Michael Rubin

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29th April 2022

Proving that the blues needed be a drag on 'I’ll Worry If I Wanna', Michael Rubin uses humour and great musicianship to lift the mood.

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Just Like That – Bonnie Raitt

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26th April 2022

Ringing slide guitar and soulful vocals combine on 'Just Like That' to make Bonnie Raitt's new release a memorable one.

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Alchemy – Keston Cobblers Club

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24th April 2022

Mixing traditional music with pop sensibilities on 'Alchemy' the Keston Cobblers Club have delivered a genre defying album.

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Hard Times and A Woman – Justin Golden

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15th April 2022

Mixing Americana, blues and rock, 'Hard Times and A Woman' is the stunning debut release from Virginian Bluesman Justin Golden.

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Fight The Good Fight – Vaneese Thomas

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15th April 2022

Great music and social awareness all combine on 'Fight The Good Fight' to make the ninth album release by Vaneese Thomas one to remember.