Here’s a brilliantly melodic song from Scarborough singer-songwriter Phil Hooley. “The Veteran’s Song” wasn’t selected for inclusion on Hooley’s last album, 2023’s “Provenance” because it didn’t quite fit with the spare, acoustic nature of that collection. […]
An easy confidence comes through from an artist who knows just what works with his voice and words. When it comes to his second album, Phil Hooley is very much a believer in less is more. […]
It’s a new song from Scarborough’s Phil Hooley, which means you’re guaranteed a gorgeously characterful vocal performance. As ever, his weary and warm tones are captivating and draw your attention to his reflective words. ‘Some Say’ […]
A voice full of character singing some great country-flavoured songs, played by a fine band. Phil Hooley has one of those voices, as smooth as melted chocolate and able to wrap itself around a lyric and […]
Sadly we are coming to the end of our present series of ‘The Twang Factor’. Next week we will be giving you the opportunity to vote for your favourite act from the present series. The act […]
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