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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Fly Around – Water Tower

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2nd June 2021

'Fly Around' is the latest record from Water Tower, mixing old-time Bluegrass with punk-rock attitude with a guest appearance from Willie Watson.

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The Cause Of It All – The Reverend Shawn Amos

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26th May 2021

On 'The Cause Of It All', The Reverend Shawn Amos takes a deep dive into the source of the blues paying tribute to some of the greats of the genre.

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Happy Again – Bill and the Belles

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26th May 2021

'Happy Again' by Bill and the Belles is a joyous fusion of old time Americana, Doo-Wop, and Rock'n'Roll, an uplifting record to usher in the summer.

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Songs From The Back Room – Phil Hooley

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26th May 2021

'Songs From The Back Room' is a strong solo debut from musician, singer, songwriter, and founding member of The Woolgatherers Phil Hooley.

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Fat Pop (Vol. 1) – Paul Weller

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20th May 2021

Fat Pop (Vol. 1) is Paul Weller's melody-laden homage to the glory days of the 7-inch pop single, an art form familiar to the Modfather.

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Rising Up – Alex Lopez

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20th May 2021

Bluesman Alex Lopez's 'Rising Up' is a versatile new record mixing blues, jazz, swing, and soul, with results that deserve repeated plays.

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The Ghost Light – Bob Bradshaw

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14th May 2021

'The Ghost Light' is the latest release from Bob Bradshaw. An album packed with story and character, it's much more than a lamp left burning in the darkness.

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100 Snow White Horses – John Spillane

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6th May 2021

'100 Snow White Horses' is the latest offering from prolific Irish songwriter John Spillane. It draws on the stories and mythology of his homeland.

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All The Good Times – Gillian Welch and David Rawlings

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27th April 2021

Gillian Welch and David Rawlings return with a covers record, 'All the Good Times', drawing on traditional works and those of Dylan, Prine, and more.