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.

Big Dave McLean – Pocket Full of Nothin’

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24th October 2019

Big Dave McLean's 'Pocket Full Of Nothin' is a vibrant, fun-filled record that steers away from the old clichés on its journey through the blues and beyond.

We Sat Back… – Chris Cleverly

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24th October 2019

'We Sat Back And Watched It Unfold' is the new record from Chris Cleverly, an astute assessment of the state of humankind and the world in which we live.

Human – Kitt Philippa

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21st October 2019

'Human' is an astounding work by Kitt Philippa, weaving music around a truly special artist's voice to hold a mirror up to the world we inhabit and question.

Dori Freeman – Every Single Star

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18th October 2019

'Every Single Star' is the latest album from the talented Dori Freeman featuring the production and vocal talents of fan and collaborator Teddy Thompson.

Jake La Botz – They’re Coming For Me

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18th October 2019

'They're Coming For Me' is the eighth record from Jake La Botz telling country-rock and blues inspired tales of conflicted characters and modern life.

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors – Dragons

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9th October 2019

'Dragons' is the latest release by Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors and its a record that marks a subtle change of musical direction with softer synth sounds.

The Muscle Shoals Sessions – Amanda St. John

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7th October 2019

Amanda St. John has walked in the footsteps of her idols, recording 'Muscle Shoals Sessions' in the legendary studio made famous by Aretha Franklin.

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Paws of a Bear – Sofia Talvik

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4th October 2019

Paws of a Bear is the 8th full-length studio album from Scandinavian artist Sofia Talvik. It's a beautiful slice of fresh sounding Swedish-Americana.

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Gold of Scar and Shale – Jack Rutter

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3rd October 2019

Gold of Scar & Shale is the second full-length studio album from Yorkshire-based Jack Rutter harking back to a golden age of folk with a fresh new sound.