With an astonishing CV, Henry Priestman may be able to lay claim to be the oldest singer to make his solo debut on a major label, but in his case the wisdom of age is a blessing for us all.
The 15th annual BBC Radio Two Folk Awards neatly coincide with the 10th Annual compilation CD. This fine and varied set takes the pulse of the folk scene and shows it in excellent health.
The Men With Strong Arms flex their musical muscles with a superb set of songs that reference Bert Jansch and John Marytn while adding something unique. Jonlondon tells us all about it.
Carrie Tree’s Home To The Invisible shimmers with little details and layers that create a sublimely beautiful, holistic sound that grabs your attention with a whisper and a caress.
A second sold-out performance at the Union Chapel and The Gloaming provide yet another spectacular celebration of traditional Irish music and culture with a decidedly modern twist.
With the Scots Trad Best Band Award serving as a timely reminder of their stature, Blazin Fiddles are firing on all Six with a new CD that is much more than the sum of its parts.
The second of our live reviews from Celtic Connections: Neil catches a double delight at Oran Mor with Ross Ainslie and The Olllam. A great night was had by all.
Paul Armfield talks exclusively to Folk Radio UK about this home life on the Isle Of Wight, his European adventures and the experience that has shaped his wonderful music.
Vagabond is Eddi Reader’s superb 10th studio album finds her both re-connecting with her family, her home and Scottish roots and simultaneously revelling in a wanderlust of song.
With an almost unrivalled track record of delivering hits for others, Beth Nielsen Chapman finally gets to add a touch of her own magic to a collection of 12 of her finest songs.
Gavin Marwick launches The Long Road And The Far Horizons at Celtic Connections, with an extremely talented big band to present the first glimpse of his brimful personal tune book.
