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Sea Song Sessions “The Rambling Sailor” – not to be trusted

August 18, 2022 Jonathan Aird 0

Let’s face it, this particular folk song doesn’t really do much to inspire confidence in the faithfulness of men of many trades – as Seth Lakeman explains “I first heard my Father singing this song as […]

Video Premiere: Mae Simpson “Goodbye”

August 18, 2022 Andrew Frolish 0

Here is an upbeat, uplifting, empowering song for the summer heatwave. Mae Simpson’s performance in ‘Goodbye’ is full of energy and positivity. Her vocal demonstrates her range and is full of attitude as she sings, “Goodbye…I […]

Interview: Ivy S. Sheppard on Yazoo Records’ release of John and Frances Reedy’s country gospel

August 17, 2022 Martin Johnson 0

Ralph Stanley learnt his version of ‘Oh Death’ from John and Frances Reedy. For anybody interested in old-time music, early blues, country, and jazz Yazoo records has a very special place in their hearts. The label […]

Art work for Fritillaries album "Fritillaries"

Fritillaries “Fritillaries”

August 17, 2022 Darren Lumbroso 0

Sensitive, wistful and accomplished folky debut album from Bristol based duo. Fritillaries are a type of plant which produce bell-shaped, chequered flowers in the spring. The Fritillaries the band comprise Hannah Pawson and Gabriel Wynne who […]

Joselyn And Don “Deep Down” – God speed Mother Nature….

August 17, 2022 Jonathan Aird 0

Joselyn and Don are Don Barrozo and Joselyn Wilkinson and their take on roots inspired music draws on touchstones from the blues, jazz and folk. Montanans turned Angelinos, the duo have a new EP, ‘Seeds & […]