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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Windstill – Paper Verses

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3rd September 2026

Paper Verses fine debut 'Windstill' finds much to serenade even as time passes and days dim

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Living – Dennis Ellsworth

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3rd September 2026

Discover 'Living', the new album from Dennis Ellsworth—a vibrant Americana-pop collection that honours life itself

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Way Down the Road – Paul Casey

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25th August 2026

Derry Ace Paul Casey proves he's the 'Rea'l deal with new album, 'Way Down the Road'

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Flowers From The Graveyard – Michael McDermott

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21st August 2026

Driven by profound lyrics, Michael McDermott’s 'Flowers From The Graveyard' directly reflects the struggles of modern times

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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