Richard & Linda Thompson – Hard Luck Stories (1972-1982): Album Review
Richard & Linda Thompson. Two of the UK’s finest singer/songwriters ever. Their Complete Works – and more! A veritable Thompson Treasure Trove.
Iron Maiden Return: News
After six years, Iron Maiden return with their new single and video; The Writing On The Wall. It’s a classic Smith/Dickinson composition.
The On Track series: Book Review
We go on track again and look at the next in the series that examines the output of Fairport Convention, Hawkwind and Toto. Three bands who define their genre.
Corrie Shelley – Forget Me Not: Album Review
Corrie Shelley releases an album of her diverse folky songs with members of her touring band which will appeal to all discerning music followers.
Why I Love: Zach Phillips on Richard Thompson
Zach Phillips recently released his new album, The Wine Of Youth. Here, the adopted Californian writes about his love of the music of Richard Thompson.
Steve Turner and Winter Wilson – Over Hulton Folk Club: Live Review
The Over Hulton Folk Club faithful were treated to a double bill of quality yet different styles of folk.
Banter – Unquiet Grave: Video Premiere
We are lucky to share with you the brand new video from Banter. Unquiet Grave features Phil Beer and is a traditional folk number delivered with Banter’s unique style.
Jez Lowe – Over Hulton Folk Club: Live Review
We’re down for this month’s treat at Over Hulton Folk Club that comes in the form of Jez Lowe.
Emma Swift – Blonde On The Tracks: Album Review
Few have been brave enough to dedicate a whole album of Dylan songs like Emma Swift. Blonde On The Tracks meets the challenge head on.
Dyble Longdon – Between A Breath And A Breath: Album Review
Judy Dyble and David Longdon. Their mutual admiration results in an album that serves as a beautiful swan song.
Various Artists – Think I’m Going Weird: Original Artefacts From The British Psychedelic Scene (1966-1968): Boxset Review
Grapefruit’s landmark 100th release – an eclectic delve into the British psychedelic scene period that came between pop and prog.
Holy Moly & The Crackers – the Cropredy Interview
We get the chance for a quick catch up with Ruth and Conrad from Holy Moly & The Crackers at Fairport’s Cropredy Convention.
Jeremy Facknitz – Smilin’ At The Future: Album Review
There’s something for everyone on Smilin’ At The Future – the 6th album from Colorado Springs singer-songwriter Jeremy Facknitz
Albums of 2020 – Writers Picks
2020 has been a tremendously challenging year for many obvious reasons. One thing that has kept many of us afloat is an endless stream of amazing music.
Matthews Southern Comfort – The New Mine: Album Review
Iain Matthews is probably the finest British exponent of the ‘Americana’ musical genre; read what we thought of Matthews Southern Comfort’s forthcoming album.
