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.

King of the Screen – The Sandrunners

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14th July 2016

One of Belfast's new Americana powerhouses reveal their first full-length album and we get to grips with the movie-like imagery and stories behind the songs.

Feelin’ Good – Kaz Hawkins

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24th June 2016

Northern Irish blues powerhouse Kaz Hawkins tackles some big classic covers and unveils a wealth of sublime new material on her latest record 'Feelin' Good'

The Devil is a Songbird – PORTS

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25th May 2016

Combining the poetic and the anthemic traits of Northern Irish songwriting predecessors, PORTS unveil their album 'The Devil Is A Songbird' and live dates.

Grow – Amanda St John

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27th April 2016

'Grow' is the debut album from Northern Irish singer-songwriter Amanda St John with the sounds of Motown, folk and old time rock and roll. Listen with us.

A Sailor’s Guide To Earth – Sturgill Simpson

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21st April 2016

In the same month Merle Haggard was called home, Sturgill Simpson released 'A Sailor's Guide to Earth' and took that Outlaw baton in a different direction.

Fear of Water – The Long Stay

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31st March 2016

The Long Stay are a Belfast folk outfit who have taken quite a while to come out with 'Fear Of Water', their second LP. Has the long wait been worth it?

The Ebony Trail – Ciara O’Neill

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2nd March 2016

Northern Irish songwriter Ciara O'Neill reveals her long-awaited debut album 'The Ebony Trail'. Born in Nashville it's a record of dark tales sweetly sung.

Honest Man – Matt Andersen

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1st March 2016

Canadian bluesman Matt Anderson has shaken the foundations of venues across the world but now he reveals a softer side with his most soulful record to date.

The Essential Gretchen Peters – Gretchen Peters

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22nd February 2016

Celebrating many years in the folk music business and endearing herself even more to the people of Ireland - we check out 'The Essential...' Gretchen Peters.