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 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.

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Miles and Weather – Anthony Toner

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2nd March 2015

'Miles and Weather' is the latest offering from one of Northern Ireland's most prolific songwriters Anthony Toner; a record full of warmth and tales from the road.

Cowgirl Boudoir – Kimmie Rhodes

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2nd March 2015

A regular performer on Irish shores, Kimmie Rhodes will return to Belfast this spring and Gerry McNally has been checking out her new record 'Cowgirl Boudoir'.