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Steeped in the traditions of his beloved Dumnonia, Forgotten Kingdom presents both an ambitiously broad canvas and a tour de force display of Jim Causley’s range and depth. It succeeds as a result of his commitment to his vision and his choice of contributors, confirming his status as one England’s finest folk singers, musicians and composers.

Our latest mix features some of the best new folk music out there today and the majority of the tracks are very new releases. Alongside some well know artists are also some relative newcomers. Enjoy and share!

Joy of Living pays tribute to iconic folk singer, songwriter and activist Ewan MacColl with a host of performers from the world of folk music and beyond including Karine Polwart, members of the Waterson: Carthy clan, Christy Moore, Steve Earle & more!

In part 2 of our live review of this year’s Wickham Festival we take in the Moulettes, Kathryn Tickell and The Side, Eliza Carthy and The Wayward Band, Seth Lakeman, Billy Bragg, The Hut People, Megson and more.

For the final part of her live review of Orkney Folk Festival 2015 Alice took in some great performances from Claire Hastings, Hannah Rarity, Nordic Fiddlers Bloc, New Rope String Band, Dallahan and more. Not forgetting the Orkney v’s the Rest of the World’ folkie-football match.

In part 2 of our Orkney Folk Festival review we kick off on the Friday with headliners Tim Edey and Gordie MacKeeman and his Rhythm Boys leading into Saturday with the showcase of Mike Vass’ ‘In the Wake of Neil Gunn’ as well as Sharon Shannon, Seth Lakeman, Fara, Gnoss and more.

All good things must come to an end and so The Full English collective featuring some of the biggest stars on the English Folk music scene will head out on their final tour in May. But what a great job they’ve done of promoting the digital archive. Watch a new documentary about the project and a TEDx talk by Fay Hield: Why aren’t we all folk singers?

In the first of our two part exclusive interview we take Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman back to their musical origins. They provide us with an exclusive and fascinating insight into their early days and folk supergroup Equation. Kathryn and Sean are our Artists of the Month for April.

Orkney Folk festival announce first three names: Sharon Shannon, Seth Lakeman and Ward Thomas. Acts to follow from Canada, Norway, Sweden, Hungary, Ireland, Isle of Man, England, Scotland & more.

With the success of his album Word Of Mouth Seth Lakeman is to release a new single, The Wanderer. Watch his live video performance plus Word of Mouth October Tour Dates.

Paul continues his review of Cambridge Folk Festival taking in The Shires, The Full English, Seth Lakeman, Loudon Wainwright III and Rosanne Cash.

Seth Lakeman has a very open and honest discussion with Folk Radio UK including – recording, playing live, the grounding of a new family and some surprise admissions.

We have a superb première today from the fabulous Seth Lakeman. Watch his new video for ‘Last Rider’. Plus we have news of his part in BBC D-Day 70 Years On Concert and Tour Dates.

Billy Bragg and his band played a milestone show last night at London’s Hammersmith Apollo along with special guest Seth Lakeman…warmth and comradeship washes over the Apollo.

Seth Lakeman’s ‘Word of Mouth’ is the clearest and sincerest acknowledgement of the links to the people and places that allowed his career to flourish.

Megson announce their new studio album ‘In a Box’ on which they are joined by special guests including English folk giant Seth Lakeman, Jess Morgan members of The Willows.

A big year for Towersey Festival this year with Richard Thompson just announced and a host of other top artists as well as a special ’75 Years of Topic Records’ celebration.

Recorded in a Cornish church, ‘Word of Mouth’ is a defining album for Seth Lakeman’s storied career which features guests including Leon Hunt and Lau accordion player Martin Green. Get a taster here.