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Dust in the Sun by Jon Loomes is presented as a ‘lost’ English folk album, recorded in the long hot summer of 1976. According to the press blurb: “A troubled artist made a remarkable folk album whose creation was beset by difficulties. Almost immediately, the label collapsed into insolvency. A pressing plant fire destroyed almost Continue reading Folk: album review Jon Loomes Dust in the Sun
Diamond Rainbows is the fifth album from the Julie July Band and their fourth album of original material. Their first, back in 2018, was a tribute to the late Sandy Denny, representing a foundational plank of their live show. Although Denny herself drew on a much wider range of influences than the folk rock label Continue reading Folk-rock: album review Julie July Band Diamond Rainbows
I first came across the delightful Bity Booker supporting Green Diesel in Brighton last summer. Describing her as “a London-based alt-folk singer-songwriter with beautiful songs, a sweet voice and some hilariously deadpan introductions” her performance certainly left an impression on me. Now she has an album out, which she refers to as her “first non-debut Continue reading Folk: album review Bity…
From the island of Grimsay, in Uist in the Outer Hebrides, Pàdruig Morrison is an acclaimed accordionist and composer. Performing around the country with fellow Uist musicians as part of Beinn Lee, the six-piece band have received many plaudits for their impassioned interpretations of traditional Gaelic music. Morrison himself was a finalist in the 2020 Continue reading This week s featured…
Released: 12 June 2026 “In the 21st century it’s refreshing to know that there are still artists creating unique albums. The London-based Little Lore is a fine example of that and her latest release Being Serafina is a work that stretches the imagination and reveals a conceptual depth outside the normal approach.” – RnR magazine Continue reading Being Serafina: the stunning new album from Little…
Released: 8th May 2026 “We were spellbound by her ability to highlight unique perspectives with her songwriting” – Maverick magazine “Duffy’s first-class writing shines through” – RnR magazine The double A-side ‘Lock Up Your Daughters’ / ‘He Wore Rose Oil in his Hair’ is the fifth and final single from the warmly-anticipated new album by Continue reading Double A-Side single from the forthcoming…
John Paul Mason is a Scottish singer-songwriter whose debut album, Overstory, was released late last Autumn. Originally from Edinburgh, but now based in Comrie, Perthshire, Mason draws inspiration from the natural beauty of his surroundings, and the mountains, rivers, forests, and lochs that define his home. As a breathwork therapist and trainer, Mason integrates his Continue reading This week s…
Already with three albums under their belt, the popular East Anglian folk duo, Honey The Bear, have just released a fourth. Featuring eleven original songs, A Wish A Tide could well be their best album yet. Once more, the husband and wife team of Jon and Lucy Hart delve deep into Suffolk’s landscapes Continue reading Folk: album review Honey The Bear A Wish A Tide
Balancing Act is the sixth album from Danish alt-rock outfit, Vinyl Floor. Built around the nucleus of multi-instrumentalist brothers, Charlie and Daniel Pederson, the duo handle most of the musical duties themselves but expand their sound with some carefully-chosen guest musicians. The emphasis is firmly on catchy melodies and vibrant musical textures, with an array Continue reading Alt-rock:…
Released: 17th April 2026 “We were spellbound by her ability to highlight unique perspectives with her songwriting” – Maverick magazine “Duffy’s first-class writing shines through” – RnR magazine ‘Trying Not To Breathe’ is the fourth single from the warmly-anticipated new album by London-based singer-songwriter, Little Lore aka Tricia Duffy. Inspired by the work of Tennessee Continue reading…