We talk to Irish fiddle player Martin Hayes at Celtic Connections, the day after The Martin Hayes Quartet delivered an outstanding, hugely energetic performance, about how he got from Clare to here.
Listen to ‘Bathed In Light’, our Song of the Day taken from Josienne Clarke & Ben Walker’s forthcoming album ‘Seedlings All’ (out March 23rd on Rough Trade Records).
London’s Green Note announces ‘Like A Women’, a musical celebration for International Women’s Day on Thursday 8th March ft. Michele Stodart, Jane Siberry, Emily Barker, Ren Harvieu, Kathryn Williams, Karima Francis and Raevennan Husbandes.
Peter Knight (ex-Steeleye Span) and John Spiers (ex-Bellowhead) announce March UK Tour and share ‘The Cuckoo’, a medley of tunes taken from their debut album ‘Well Met’ which is ready for imminent release.
Two of Scotland’s favourite sons Aidan Moffat and RM Hubbert have collaborated together for a new record, check out the new video for the first single ‘Cockcrow’ (feat. Siobhan Wilson) here.
Time & Tradition is a fantastic weekend series of concerts, storytelling and talks exploring the concept of time through traditional and contemporary folk music and ritual and seasonal customs, as part of Kings Place’s Time Unwrapped.
Way Out I’ll Wander, the latest offering from Hannah Read, is a fine achievement: listening to each of its songs is like watching the snow settle in an exquisitely crafted snow globe, revealing an image of pristine clarity.
While the Matthews Southern Comfort band and the sound have, like the bourbon, mellowed warmly with age, the kick is still there on their latest offering ‘Like A Radio’.
Songs for Somewhere Else is another worthy addition to the British branch of the Parsons legacy library curated by the likes of Teenage Fan Club, The Goat Roper Band and Lewis & Leigh.
While Oslo-based Norwegian trio Darling West have been making wider ripples with some high profile tour support, this new album sees them turn those ripples into waves.
Watch Irish folk legend Finbar Furey performing Sweet Liberty of Life which features on the live DVD accompanying his new UK album ‘Don’t Stop This Now’, set for release on March 30th and accompanied by a UK Tour.
Our latest Folk Show featuring new music from False Lights, 3hattrio, Brona McVittie, Marry Waterson, Honeyfeet, Salt House, Mary Gauthier, Beth Nielsen Chapman and more.
