We take a look back at last nights BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and feature some of the highlights of what was a great and eventful evening at the Royal Albert Hall.
A shimmering sound of aching beauty, Lions finds William Fitzsimmons returning to core values with a set of songs that draw you into a close sonic embrace. Feel the surge of gentle power.
A veritable treasure trove Diamonds On The Water is Oyster band’s first album of new songs for seven years. We have a FRUK review and an exclusive premiere of ‘Lay Your Dreams Down Gently’.
The Hum is out today and O’Hooley & Tidow have kindly taken some time to give FRUK an exclusive blow by blow on the album, the creative process and more. We have a new video for you too.
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.
Listen to an incredible recording from the Deep End of the Ford and read Lorcán Mac Mathúna’s special feature for FRUK on the 1000th anniversary of the Battle of Clontarf.
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.
Watch the FRUK Première of the new video from The Furrow Collective for ‘I’d Rather be Tending my Sheep’ which was made by singer and gifted animator Marry Waterson.
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.
We have a very special exclusive session featuring Fiction and special guest Serfaina Steer. They perform a more intimate version of their forthcoming single ‘The Apple (For Alan Turing)’. Watch it now.
Our Song of the Day is an Exclusive Premiere from Stanley Brinks and The Wave Pictures for ‘Spinola Bay’ from their new album ‘Gin’. They hit the road in March along with Freschard.
