Estonia’s Duo Ruut have released a new single ‘Liisa pehmes süles’ – A tale of broken love and a reminder of the Estonians that were banished by the Soviet Union to Siberia.
With Streams of Forms, Marlais stitches together traditional folk and ambient electronica in ways that are ground-breaking. Bold and hypnotizing, it will be worth keeping an ear out for a taste of whatever this outside-the-box sonic chef cooks up next.
After a 15 Years absence, the remarkable modern Yiddish/Klezmer avant-folk group Black Ox Orkestar live up to their new album title ‘Everything Returns’ and share a stunning new video for ‘Mizrakh Mi Ma’arav’.
For her latest EP ‘Now & Then’, Josienne Clarke presents a surprising yet stunning collection of covers that include folk classics as well as songs by Sandy Denny, Radiohead, Sharon Van Etten and Nick Drake; it’s a masterpiece of the moment.
Toronto-based songwriter Abigail Lapell shares a live video for Old Flames, recorded at her Toronto album launch at The Dakota Tavern, featuring Jenny Berkel, Dan Fortin, Jake Oelrichs and Rich Burnett.
Later this month, The Delines kick off their UK/EU Tour including Dublin and Alexandra Palace Theatre, London. Watch their video for The Golden State from their latest 7″ release – The Lost Duets.
To celebrate their November tour, David Ian Roberts & Henry Parker have recorded their first collaborative single ‘Tumuli’. Listen to it here, along with an exclusive playlist they’ve put together for Folk Radio.
Wyld Love Songs is more of a companion piece than a follow-up to David John Morris’s solo debut. It displays a sense of fun and freedom and the songs, show the generosity of the human spirit in all its humour, wisdom and sadness.
Veined with sadness and joy, anguish and hope, ‘Beyond the Reservoir’ confirms Julian Taylor as one of the finest voices in contemporary Canadian folk music.
Eliza Edens’ sophomore album ‘We’ll Become the Flowers’ is evidence of why she’s a voice that needs to be heard. Required listening for anyone who’s ever been in love.
Transforming moments from her life into songs that we can all relate to, Alela Diane’s Looking Glass reveals a songwriter whose depth is undeniable and whose performances create unforgettable memories.
James Yorkston is reunited with The Second Hand Orchestra and special guest Nina Persson (The Cardigans) for their new album The Great White Sea Eagle. Watch them performing their lead single, “Hold Out For Love”, live.
