Massive Wagons – Parr Hall, Warrington: Live Review
We go Full Nelson with Massive Wagons at Warrington’s Parr Hall. Scarlet Rebels in support.
Eliza Marshall – Eternal Birth album launch, Real World Studios: Review
A visit to Real World for the launch of the debut solo album by flautist Eliza Marshall.
The Lost Notes w/ The Rosellys – Birmingham Symphony Hall: Live Review
The Lost Notes return to Birmingham Symphony Hall to work more of their joyful magic. And, this time, the show is being recorded for posterity.
Celtic Connections 2026 – Glasgow: Live Review
Highlights from Celtic Connections, Glasgow’s cathartic annual festival of roots and traditional music
Big Big Train – Big Big Bits of Woodcut: Opinion
Big Big Train have a new album – progressive? – yes, concept? – YES. We find some more Big Big Bits on Woodcut.
Rosenthal – Afraid Of Stairs: Video Premiere
Rosenthal is back with, Afraid Of Stairs, teasing his debut album Luna. We have a video premiere of the track.
Where We Sleep – Broken Bones: Video Premiere
We herald Broken Bones – a glimpse into the upcoming album The Arsonist, by Where We Sleep.
Matt Palka – Oh Angela: Single Review
First single from Matt Palka’s album/audio book project. Oh Angela is a love letter to the courage it takes to protect what matters most.
IST IST – Dagger: Album Review
IST IST are back with a bold, brooding behemoth of a record in Dagger – a post‑punk jab that feels purpose‑built for bigger rooms and dark nights.
Ye Vagabonds – All Tied Together: Album Review
The brothers Mac Gloinn expand and enhance both their scope and the sound of Ye Vagabonds, gifting the past with a future.
Finn Collinson – Byway: Album Review
3rd album from recorder-maestro Finn Collinson. Byway takes us on a journey around the UK with a collection of original and traditional melodies .
James Walsh – It’s All Happening: Album Review
James Walsh returns to the studio with It’s All Happening, his sixth solo album following six with Starsailor. Twelve studio releases underline his prolific tenderness, unfolding fresh layers here.
The Damned – Albert Hall, Manchester: Live Review
The Damned honour Manchester on their one-off covers tour that pays a tribute to their late guitarist, Brian James.
Samantha Fish – Paper Doll World Tour: News
The Samantha Fish Paper Doll world tour is set to hit the UK in the next few weeks…
Houghton Weavers – Over Hulton Folk Club: Live Review
Longstanding local folk heritage trio, the Houghton Weavers perform a set of folk standard favourites from yesteryear.