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 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.

The Longest Day In History – David C Clements

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17th February 2016

It's been a long time coming but we've got that debut from Northern Irish songwriter David C Clements. With shades of Springsteen it's been worth the wait.

Hearts on Trees – Ricky Warwick

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8th February 2016

Known for his rocking tracks with Thin Lizzy these days, Ricky Warwick still has a softer acoustic side in there somewhere as this double release shows.