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.

Heart Of The Cave – Orphan Brigade

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4th September 2017

The Autumn 2017 Orphan Brigade follow up to 'Soundtrack To A Ghost Story', 'Heart Of The Cave' is a spiritual awakening from the very depths of the earth.

The Thomas Moore Project – Eleanor McEvoy

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29th August 2017

In a career of twenty-five years, Eleanor McEvoy has made many bold musical moves. This reinterpretation of Thomas Moore's work continues in that trend.

Branching Out – Na Leanai

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23rd August 2017

'Branching Out' is the second full-length album from Irish folk act Na Leanai featuring members of the acclaimed Sands Family, world famous in folk circles.

Brilliant Light – Danny and the Champions of the World

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11th August 2017

'Brilliant Light' is the latest studio album from Danny and the Champions of the World. Mixing folk, Americana, and soul, it's a glorious 18-track affair.

Trust the Wire – The Coronas

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4th August 2017

'Trust The Wire' is the fifth studio album from The Coronas. Recorded in rural Ireland, the record has allowed the band to build on their melodic sounds.

No. 79 – Gareth Dunlop

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4th August 2017

Gareth Dunlop's latest long-player 'No. 79' is released on 11th August 2017. Folk and Tumble have enjoyed a sneak preview of the Belfast man's newest work.

Shakedown – The Everyday Sinners

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31st July 2017

Jack Cade and The Everyday Sinners return with a hard-hitting country rock record, a rallying cry for the working man in these turbulent times of 2017.

Don’t Mess With Mrs. Murphy – Heather Lynn Horton

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10th July 2017

We take a listen to 'Don't Mess With Mrs Murphy' - the latest solo offering from Heather Lynn Horton who along with Michael McDermott makes up The Westies.

Hands In The Dirt – The Resonant Rogues

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4th July 2017

'Hands In The Dirt' is the second album from The Resonant Rogues following on from 'Here And Gone Again' and tackles big issues with a country swing.