The finest CD of English fiddling I have heard and I enjoyed ALL aspects of it. An outstanding and major contribution to English fiddle playing that it should be heard throughout the land and considered the high water mark of England’s music.
Watch Midnight Shift, the new single from Jason McNiff taken from his forthcoming album Joy and Independence which is set for release on July 27th via At the Helm Records.
ANTI- Records have announced the release of Songs of Resistance 1942 – 2018, a political album of songs from acclaimed guitarist Marc Ribot featuring guest spots from the likes of Tom Waits, Sam Amidon and Meshell Ndegeocello. Listen to Srinivas featuring Steve Earle.
“This Must Be Life” opens the debut album from Bee Appleseed & The Cosmic Family – A folk-pop invitation to a share a journey from the personal to the universal…an enticing road for the curious soul and a worthy adventure for those who travel it.
At times nakedly exposed, at others complexly layered, introverted yet expansive, it marks a major stride forward in their musical journey, one which, it is hoped will find the travelling companions it so fully deserves.
On her beautifully presented latest album, Caelum Scalptorium (The Engraver’s Chisel), Gemma’s simply guitar-accompanied tracks have a timelessly plain and unadorned quality…delivered with care and attention to detail yet without ever coming across as precious.
Watch the music video for Loose End, the new single from one of the UK’s most exceptional new talents – Me for Queen (aka Mary Erskine). It’s also our Song of the Day and the title track of her forthcoming debut solo album.
Whilst this sampler can be but a snapshot of John Tams work over the years and can only hint at his polymathic talents, it is a timely reminder of what a powerful songwriter he is and what a significant contribution he has made to the folk world.
Sarah Louise has shared her music video for Pipevine Swallowtails from her new album Deeper Woods. Sarah is also one half of Appalachian Folk duo House and Land who recently announced a run of European dates for this July.
Marissa Nadler has announced her eighth album, For My Crimes, out 28th September via Bella Union and Sacred Bones. The announcement was accompanied by the release of the first single and LP title track featuring Angel Olsen.
There’s a long tradition both of Jewish political activism, and of artists and musicians fighting for social justice, and Ben Caplan fits proudly in both. He has used his considerable talent and unstoppable energy to create a mini-masterpiece that’s historic and timeless at the same time.
London based songwriter Joseph Lawrenson shares video for new single 6am in June – about waking up early and going for a walk in the countryside. Picture blue skies and bright sun…when waking up is a simple pleasure….
