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.

The Road To Horn Fair – Joshua Burnell

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22nd February 2019

Joshua Burnell follows up 'Songs For The Seasons' with a folk rock odyssey, 'The Road To Horn Fair' featuring his take on folk music through the years.

Miner’s Gold – Wilfie Gilbert

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22nd February 2019

Wilfie Gilbert has been a voice on the Belfast music scene for a while now but 22nd February 2019 sees the release of his debut album 'Miner's Gold'.

Good Company – Kalyn Fay

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12th February 2019

Oklahoma-based songwriter Kalyn Fay follows up her 2016 debut with 'Good Company'; a record full of tales of home, life on the road, and a longing for more.

Thistle & Thorn – John Blek

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4th February 2019

Irish songwriter John Blek's latest record 'Thistle & Thorn' paints a poetic picture with stripped back instrumentation allowing the voice to carry through.

Buffalo Blood – Buffalo Blood

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23rd January 2019

Buffalo Blood comprises Scottish songwriter Dean Owens and three members of Orphan Brigade. Their debut eponymous album draws on the influences od each.

Here Come The Young – Martyn Joseph

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23rd January 2019

'Here Come The Young' is the new album from Welsh songwriter Martyn Joseph. It's politically charged and personal as you would expect from the troubadour.

One Night In Willowfield – Ken Haddock

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15th January 2019

Recorded by Ken Haddock in Belfast in August 2018, 'One Night In Willowfield' is a beautiful live album with additional music from the Arco Sting Quartet.

Scars – John Kilzer

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7th January 2019

'Scars' is the brand new album on Archer Records from John Kilzer, an ordained minister with a world-weary voice and a lot to say on his records and off.

George M’Boy – The Sandrunners

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20th December 2018

The Sanrunners' latest release 'George M'Boy' is a concept album based on the story of a young man going to the western front during World War One.