Strawbs – A Glimpse Of Heaven: Boxset Review
5CD and Blu-ray boxset that features every surviving British radio and television appearance by Strawbs in a comprehensive history of this legendary band.
John Barlass
John has been a music obsessive since he first heard 'Love Me Do' seeping out of the family radio in 1962. he spent a career in the rail industry before turning back to his first love of music. He plays bass guitar and melodeon, loves folk/rock and lives in Warwick.
Abigail Lapell – Shadow Child: Album Review
Toronto singer-songwriter Abigail Lapell tracks the gestation and arrival of her longed-for first child over the nine tracks of new album, Shadow Child. Her best yet? It could be…
Ella Clayton – Could It Be You?: Album Review
Sophomore album from East London singer-songwriter Ella Clayton. Could It Be You? holds moments of revelation and flashes of strength.
The Milk Carton Kids – Lost Cause Lover Fool: Album Review
The Milk Carton Kids supply a soundtrack for the (hopefully) pastoral summer days to come with their 7th album, Lost Cause Lover Fool.
Topette!! – Tazon: Album Review
Our favourite Anglo-French folk ‘supergroup’ Topette!! are here again with an eclectic mix of dance tunes, all performed with that unique Topette!! zip.
Singles Selection – Issue #7
Welcome to Issue #7 of Singles Selection. With Singles Selection, we take a look at some of the brand new singles that have pricked our ears.
Eugene McGuinness – Eugene McGuinness versus The Universe: Album Review
Raw, mysterious and thoroughly entrancing. Eugene McGuinness versus The Universe is a mellow, melodic, masterful mélange of sweet off-kilter pop
Laguz – Songs For Taliesin: EP Review
Dutch pagan folkies Laguz celebrate the life, work and mythology of Welsh bard Taliesin with three exhilarating songs, on their new EP.
Ty Freeman – One Way Love: EP Review
Guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Ty Freeman hits the ground running with his debut EP. Five high-powered songs guaranteed to grab attention.
Barbara – Spring Tour ‘Lift-Off’ Time Approaches: News
On Friday 1st May, Barbara will take the stage in Leeds for the first show on their Spring 2026 headline tour. We take a look ahead.
Fairport Convention Spring Tour 2026 – The Final Triumph: Live Review
Fairport Convention and Jenn Butterworth round off a triumphant 2026 Spring Tour with a rousing ‘homecoming’ at The Royal Spa Centre, Leamington Spa.
Luke James Williams – Limes Hotel: Album Review
Long-awaited sophomore album from Luke James Williams traces questions of morality, belief, connection and the quiet work of piecing yourself back together after loss.
Singles Selection – Issue #6
Welcome to Issue #6 of Singles Selection. With Singles Selection, we take a look at some of the brand new singles that have pricked our ears.
Bethany Lyn – Get Set: Album Review
Debut album from Oxford singer, songwriter and producer Bethany Lyn. Get Set is a showcase for a potent blend of jazz, folk, pop, and funk.
Red Vanilla – Where I Should Be: EP Review
Sophomore EP, Where Should I Be, sees fast-rising Dundee alt-rockers Red Vanilla expanding their horizons with bold new sounds