Tim Martin

The Dust Collectors “Hanlon’s Razor”

May 24, 2023 Tim Martin 0

Sharp songwriting, and sharper guitar riffs and basslines, with sweet 4 part harmonies. An EP to cherish. The Dust Collectors call themselves an alternative folk band and hail from Calgary, Canada. They claim influences including The […]

Live Review: Lizzy Hardingham, St Georges, Bristol – 12th May 2023

May 19, 2023 Tim Martin 0

Rising Folk is an ongoing showcase for some of the UK’s best emerging folk artists which takes place in the warm intimate space of St George’s Glass Studio. It gives audiences the ideal opportunity to learn […]

Dave Hause “Drive It Like It’s Stolen”

May 9, 2023 Tim Martin 0

The emotional depth of the songs shines on the quieter songs but vanishes behind bluster a bit too often. Dave Hause calls his music “post-apocalyptic Americana.” On opening song, ‘Cheap Seats (New Years Day, NYC, 2042)’ […]

Paperback Riders – Ron Rash “Above The Waterfall”

May 3, 2023 Tim Martin 0

When I took on Paperback Riders last year I suggested that I wanted to find books that “help us understand and appreciate America”. A few months back we looked at Willy Vlautin’s ‘Lean On Pete’. Vlautin […]

Kris Ulrich “Big in the USA”

May 2, 2023 Tim Martin 0

A dreamy sonic setting for words pondering life and relationships with clarity and insight. Kris Ulrich has a clear statement of intent about his new album. “These songs were born from a feeling that I wouldn’t […]