Introducing ‘Wake Owl’ the evolving work of Colyn Cameron who currently splits his time between Vancouver and Portland, OR. His EP “Wild Country” is a perfect fit for the likes of Communion.
Classic Harmonica Blues from Smithsonian Folkways brims with the creativity of soulful harmonica greats of the 20th century, including Sonny Terry, Doctor Ross, Eddie Burns, Phil Wiggins, and more.
Northern Ireland’s ‘Farriers’ come up trumps on their full length debut release ‘Years Ago In Our Backyard’, an album that matches the warmth of their live performances which will beckon you back for more.
This week on the Nest Collective Hour, Jamie Doe and Sam Lee present a selection of music from all angles of the folk world and new music from the likes of Jones, Nuru Kane and Stornoway.
Folk Radio UK had the pleasure of catching Richard Thompson performing live at The Lowry as part f his current UK ‘Electric’ Tour…the audiences for the forthcoming US shows have a treat in store.
It has taken the Edinburgh post folk band eagleowl eight years to grow their debut album. This Silent Year is a thoughtful progression of summers past and hangs about the house like insomnia waiting for the morning.
Owls of the Swamp is the creation of Australian songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Pete Uhlenbruch. Hypnotic dreamy vocals lull your mind into blurring the edges of reality.
Caitlin Rose’s latest release ‘The Stand-In’ is a more straight-up country album, with less of the residual indie sensibilities of ‘Own Side Now’. A great second album from an artist with a big future.
The Radio 2 Folk Awards nominee Ewan McLennan brought his soft warbling voice to the upper room of the Newhampton Pub in Wolverhampton and opened with the instrumental Jer the Rigger and Flowers of Edinburgh.
We catch up with Blowzabella for their third tour diary instalment which finds them in Austria where they have two performances as well as a well-earned rest. They reflect on some of the highlights and talk Hurdy Gurdys!
Folk Radio UK had the rare opportunity of catching Alasdair Roberts & Friends live at The Lexington last week featuring the talented line-up from his latest release A Wonder Working Stone.
Join us on Monday at 10:00am for a special one off show from Jackie Oates on which she shares some of her favourite Lullabies from a diverse selction of artists. The show will repeated throughout the week.
