Sam Sweeney and Grace Smith announce “Morning Of May”, their debut duo album on Hudson Records, out 9th October. Exploring the possibilities of two fiddles in conversation within the English instrumental tradition, the pair drew on manuscript collections and obscure tune sources alongside original compositions. Listen to “Round Hill Wood / The Rowling Bet” now.
Laura Cortese announces “Lucky Water,” her first studio album in six years, due October 9th on Compass Records. Recorded at Sylvan Esso’s Betty’s studio and produced by LOLLIES, the album finds the Ghent-based fiddler navigating motherhood and belonging across borders. Lead single “Face the Rain” builds from plucked fiddle into a warm sweep of brushed drums and woodwinds. Watch the accompanying live video.
Margo Cilker has announced Little White Cross, her third album and first release on Fossil Records, due October 9th. Recorded to tape in Lockhart, Texas, with Bruce Robison, it follows the widely acclaimed Valley of Heart’s Delight. The title track — a Christy Hays cover — is out now, its stark roadside imagery setting the tone for an album born out of darkness.
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