Beans On Toast – The Toothpaste And The Tube: Album Review
The annual missive from Beans On Toast – songs of impending war and an AI revolution, tempered by lots of observations on the delights of home, family and parenthood
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.
Hank Wangford & Noel Dashwood – Promises Promises: Album Review
Foot Tappers and Heartbreakers from the grizzled godfather of UK alt-country and dobro wizard partner – Wangford & Dashwood.
Georgia Shackleton – Harry’s Seagull: Album Review
Norwich singer, songwriter and fiddler of note, Georgia Shackleton, celebrates the music and musicians of East Anglia on Harry’s Seagull.
Shane MacGowan – a Personal Tribute
A few words in tribute to the icon that was Shane MacGowan.
KC Jones – Roots: Album Review
Wistful ballads, quasi-traditional epics, anti-war songs with a difference – KC Jones leave no stone unturned on latest album Roots.
Various Artists – We Can Work It Out – Covers of The Beatles 1962-1966: Album Review
From the sublime to the outlandish – and all stops in between. 85 covers of Beatles songs for your lasting entertainment.
Nick Hart & Tom Moore – The Colour of Amber: Album Review
A batch of favourite and familiar songs get a stately makeover – courtesy of Nick Hart and Tom Moore.
The Move – Shazam! (Remastered Vinyl Edition): Album Review
Shazam! The Move’s explosive second album: Remastered, recut and reissued.
Fairport Convention – 2024 WinTour Dates Announced: News
News reminder of the 2024 Fairport Convention WinTour.
Abigail Lapell – Lullabies: Album Review
Songs to encourage sleep – from all around the world. The new album from Toronto singer-songwriter Abigail Lapell is an oasis of calm in hectic times.
Siblings – In Heaven: EP Review
A thoroughly engaging short collection from South London indie-folk newcomers, Siblings. Four tracks that make you want to hear much more…
The Jimi Hendrix Experience – Hollywood Bowl – August 18, 1967: Album Review
A rare glimpse into the early days of The Jimi Hendrix Experience – just as they were about to change the world forever.
The Dicemen – Church On A Hill: Single Review
Food for Remembrance Day thought. The Dicemen tell the story of the Buckinghamshire church that inspired a young soldier through the horrors of The Western Front.
Andrew Ferguson as siasa – Home At Last: Album Review
Recollections of the past and contemplations of the future. Prepare to be drawn into the thought-provoking world of Andrew Ferguson.
Lauren South – Tiny Boat: Album Review
Songs of love and friendship, motherhood, the natural world and the night sky – the debut from Lauren South is a restorative for jaded times.