The line that is drawn between the past, the present, and the future of traditional music on Air Fàir An Là is a fine one. As each dawn marks the beginning of something new, different and unknown, and a transition from what has passed and what will be. So too does Air Fàir An Là.
“Katherine Priddy has one of the most beautiful voices I’ve ever heard. Her tone, phrasing, pitch and sentiment..it’s flawless…and her songs are class too. The melodies, the lyrics, the concepts… all so incredibly engaging.”
Originally from North Wales and Yorkshire, The Trials of Cato are set to release their debut album ‘Hide And Hair’ this winter, after a year of near-vertical ascent from a standing start. Take a listen to Gloria, a story of self-discovery and a celebration of being true to oneself.
Watch Ode To Ovid, the new video from Stanlaey, the musical moniker of the Bristol-based singer, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist Bethany Stenning. It’s taken from her forthcoming album, The Human Project, due for release in Spring 2019.
Subtle conflicting tensions run through the best of A Different Threads work; the sweetness and the burn. It’s music that can soothe as it scolds. This duo is showing huge potential.
This album is a pleasure to listen to. The songs are all performed with a swaggering, bluegrass style and the instrumentation is excellent. The beautiful vocal performances of Megan and Maddie add the finishing touch to the whole thing and it is an album I can highly recommend.
A new CD with guitar and box player Tim Edey’s name on it is a safe bet to provide a joyous lift and ‘Once’, with guitarist and fiddle player J.P. Cormier, is absolutely no exception. Stunning, with absorbing, uplifting playing throughout, this will draw you in and demand repeat playing.
Songs have power, and Karine Polwart has a gift for harnessing that power. Her 2018 return to the studio to record Laws of Motion is a perfect reminder of her talent as a performing singer song writer and a worthy addition to her work; an exceptional album, from an exceptional performer.
This week’s Folk Show includes music from Michael Raven & Joan Mills, Fairport Convention, Bob Dylan, John Renbourn, The McPeake Family, The Watersons, Seth Lakeman, Foghorn Stringband, The Willows, Gerry O’Connor, Christy Moore, Helen Diamond, Brian Ó hEadhra & Fiona MacKenzie and more.
Portland singer-songwriter Hip Hatchet makes his debut under his own name. His voice is dusty, world-weary and intimate, a melancholic caress, his guitar work simple and uncluttered. The work of a travelling troubadour reflecting on the miles covered…
Away To Tintinara looks every bit a work of art in the literal sense, and audio-wise too this is one of those exemplary releases that is destined to give much lasting pleasure. Don’t hesitate in buying a copy.
The Urban Folk Quartet, one of the most exciting and vibrant bands on the UK acoustic/ roots scene, are heading back out on the road for their annual autumn tour.
