‘To the Horizon, Sir’ is an exceptional album from Lewis born Iain Morrison, a very gifted artist who has a natural aptitude at conveying very deep emotions to the listener which are rich in imagery of the Western Isles.
Born and raised in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Zachary Lucky has made a big impression on the Canadian music scene. His latest album ‘Saskatchewan’ was one of our favourites of 2012.
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club announce new album and UK and European tour. Watch the first in their series of video teasers for the new album that they’re keeping under wraps.
Two great acts are appearing at Cafe Oto on Saturday 12th January that we highly recommend. They are Cian Nugent and The Cosmos as well as the fabulous Family Elan.
Sedna is the third track from Efterklang’s new album Piramida. The video, directed by Hana Miletic, features a collection of video portraits of alternative youth filmed in a park in central Zagreb, Croatia.
Samy Ben Redjeb founder of the incredible Analog Africa label has worked his magic on Diablos del Ritmo 1960-1985, a new compilation featuring some incredible Afro-Colombian music.
Crystal Anis, the latest LP from French underground band The Liminanas is probably one of the most overlooked albums of 2012. Their hook laden dreamy pop with big nods to the Velvet underground is irresistible.
Black Peak are the duo Darren Black and Deborah Peake who are joined by guest instrumentalist Chris Gatland. They recently recorded this acoustic session for Folk Radio UK, watch it now.
We interview Alex Neilson of Trembling Bells and Mike Heron of the Incredible String Band as they announce a new collaborative performance at the forthcoming Celtic Connections festival.
A lovely short film based on Charles Bukowski’s poem ‘Nirvana’ which revolves around a young man travelling to an undetermined destination, questioning his purpose in the world.
We talk to Fionn Regan about his latest album ‘The Bunkhouse Vol. I: Anchor Black Tattoo’ on which he goes back to basics…a guitar, 4-track, a single microphone and all in a remote hidden away studio.
Topic Records announces ‘The Great Big Digital Archive Project’ digital album releases which will include all of the information that accompanied the original releases of the past!
