August 2023

By creating a new palette of sounds, Dot Allison merges musical worlds, finding ways to not just colour outside the lines but obliterate them altogether. “Consciousology” reinvents musical frameworks, merging sounds and worlds in ways that expand our musical vocabulary.

Ahead of her biggest UK tour for over 4 years. Charlie Dore is releasing a new single – watch the accompanying video for the radio edit remix of ‘Blowing Leaves’, taken from her album ‘Like Animals’.

The songs and tunes on ‘When You’re Ready’ were recorded by Patakas (brothers Will and Joe Sartin) following the loss of their father. As well as capturing ‘strong bonds and incredible memories’, this debut also highlights what a skilful and innovative duo they are.

Joshua Burnell’s music has always thrived on the blurring of boundaries. However, with Glass Knight, his most daring and deeply rewarding album to date, he’s written music that simply refuses to recognise their existence.

Owen Spafford announces live installation ‘Welcome Here, Kind Stranger’, exploring memory, culture and community through the traditional music Session. It features Owen, Sam Amidon, Brìghde Chaimbeul, Méabh Begley, Mikey Kenney, Louis Campbell and artist Annabelle Blott.

Ten years and five albums into their career, with ‘The Colour of Night, folk duo Ninebarrow have crafted their finest album to date. With immaculate arrangements of beautiful songs to delight the ears and stir the soul, this is one to treasure.

Galway artist Me Auld Flower returns with his new single ‘An Unholy Amount’ that delves into the duality of life, exploring the contrasting aspects of existence with an intricately woven musical arrangement.

Although there have only been six P.G. Six albums over a twenty-two-year period, they provide a definitive snapshot of the psych-folk genre. His latest, Murmurs & Whispers, is a nuanced, enthralling work that suggests this brilliant songwriter is hitting another career peak.

To celebrate the release of ‘Real to Reel : Garech Browne & Claddagh Records’, watch the animated video for ‘One Night in Luggala’ created by Bárbara Oliveira & Cian Hughes -, taken from the Paddy Moloney & Sean Potts album Tin Whistles (Claddagh Records, 1974).

Dylan LeBlanc has announced his new album ‘Coyote’, described as semi-autobiographical and a concept album, chronicling a man who lives dangerously, always on the edge. Watch the accompanying lyric video for his lead single, ‘No Promises Broken’.

Watch the accompanying video to “Homecoming”, the stunning debut single from Rooftop Assembly, a grime & folk fusion project from London that formed playing rooftop concerts during lockdown. This is music to be celebrated.

Martin Simpson & Thomm Jutz’s ‘Nothing But Green Willow: The Songs of Mary Sands And Jane Gentry’ is a genuinely stunning, life-affirming, and beautifully produced listening experience. It’s an instant classic.

Listen to the Monday Morning Brew featuring John Renbourn, Allysen Callery, Iona Zajac, Brigid Mae Power, Aoife Nessa Frances, Junior Brother, Rachel Sermanni, Sweet Baboo, Emma Tricca, Ivan Moult, Katy J Pearson & Broadside Hacks, Karine Polwart & Dave Milligan, Clara Mann and more.

New doom folk band ØXN, featuring Radie Peat (Lankum), John’ Spud’ Murphy and Eleanor Myler (Percolator), and Katie Kim announce debut album CYRM and two live dates at The Sugar Club, Dublin – Presented by Enthusiastic Eunuch and Foggy Notions.