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.

What Kind of Love – Danny and the Champions of the World

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3rd June 2015

Danny and the Champions of the World return less than a year after their live album with 'What Kind of Love', a bluesy romp with Americana swing and a lot of brass.

Birds of Prey – Natalie Prass

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29th May 2015

From similar pop-country roots to Mandy Moore or maybe even Taylor Swift, Natalie Prass has soul enough to hit the road with the likes of Ryan Adams as her album proves.

The Son of a Preacher Man – Robert Ellis

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27th May 2015

Paul McAnallen discovers 'The Lights from the Chemical Plant' and a breathtaking rendition of George Jones' 'The Grand Tour' from son of a Texan preacher Robert Ellis.

Window On The World – Declan Sinnott

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27th May 2015

Founding member of Horslips and guitarist with the legendary Christy Moore, Declan Sinnott's latest work proves he can hold his own as a solo act in his own right.

Look Out Machines – Duke Special

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20th April 2015

Belfast songwriter Duke Special finds some kind of beauty in the darkest of places on a stunning album which conjures memories of older works in a brave new world.

Sea Legs – Ciaran Lavery and Ryan Vail

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20th April 2015

'Sea Legs' is a stunning collaboration between Ciaran Lavery and minimal electro pioneer Ryan Vail – two artists' styles crash together like waves lap the shore.

Southlands – Malojian

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13th April 2015

Malojian return with what sounds like a not-so-difficult second album, having honed their craft with live shows and inspirations from artists old and new.

Towers – Tucan

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3rd April 2015

Irish alternative folk-rock instrumentalists Tucan embark on a short tour of the Emerald Isle in support of their latest record 'Towers' – an album full of promise.

Trouble and Love – Mary Gauthier

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23rd March 2015

'Trouble & Love' is the latest studio album from acclaimed Americana and country songwriting star Mary Gauthier. Taking a heartbreaking look and love and life.