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About Jonathan Aird
Sure, I could climb high in a tree, or go to Skye on my holiday. I could be happy. All I really want is the excitement of first hearing The Byrds, the amazement of decades of Dylan's music, or the thrill of seeing a band like The Long Ryders live. That's not much to ask, is it?
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Live Review: Natalie Wildgoose + Elanor Moss, St. Pancras Old Church, London – 17th November 2025

December 5, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

With a storm behind us and the promise of snow in the near future, it was clear that we’re heading towards the Winter, a time of chill that drives a need for the embracing of the […]

Tracks

Midlake “Eyes Full Of Animal” – is that a mirror?

December 5, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

The thing is, you listen to a new song by Midlake, and it sounds great from the start. Naturally, they are a tight band, and they know what they are doing – that blend of one […]

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Live Review: Nora Brown And Stephanie Coleman + Spitzer Space Telescope, The Round Chapel, London – 21st November 2025

December 4, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

Walking through the icy rain in Hackney towards The Round Chapel, one comforting thought was that this was going to be the best of times – Nora Brown and Stephanie Coleman are top-notch Old Time players […]

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Folk Tracks Roundup – Broadside Hacks

December 4, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

This is a bit of a special Folk Tracks Roundup in that we’re not going to struggle to find a theme stitching all the song choices together, because we’re putting a bit of a spotlight on […]

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Wes Corbett “Hartford’s Bend On The Cumberland” – drift to the sea

December 3, 2025 Jonathan Aird 1

Hey, Wednesday afternoon has sure rolled around fast this week, and there’s so much to do, isn’t there?  Never a moment’s peace, never any time to kick-back and take in some songs without words as you […]

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