Having recently spent time listening to the songs of Nanci Griffith, I can’t help but feel a sort of kinship between her and Lisa Redford. The latter’s most recent EP ‘Edge of Love’ is my first encounter with the Norwich-based singer-songwriter. And her mix of folk and country reminds me of Griffith’s style. In particular,Continue reading “Lisa Redford – Edge of Love EP”
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Clara Bond – Crown EP
First, there was Unfinished Business. Then came Better When I’m Drunk, followed by Dead Ends & Detours. Now, Clara Bond joins Katy Hurt, Twinnie, and Kezia Gill respectively in competing for UK Country EP of 2019. Crown is a sumptuous blend of countrified lyrics and pop sensibility that is shot through with soft rock. ThisContinue reading “Clara Bond – Crown EP”
Morganway – Debut Album Review
Morganway have been making quite the impression on the live circuit in recent months. Such has been the impact of their live performances that their debut album has become highly anticipated. And boy, does it deliver. Covered in countrified Americana, with flecks of folk, bits of the blues, and rock running right through, this isContinue reading “Morganway – Debut Album Review”
Cabaret Pontio with Gareth Bonello, Georgia Ruth & Toby Hay
Considering they had never played together before, Gareth Bonello, Georgia Ruth and Toby Hay seemed like a long-established trio. Their first gig as a three-piece was certainly an enjoyable one. Coming together from Cardiff, Ceredigion, and Rhayader respectively, these three folk musicians brought real warmth to what was a pretty wet night in Bangor. WithContinue reading “Cabaret Pontio with Gareth Bonello, Georgia Ruth & Toby Hay”
Danny McMahon – Boys Cry Too EP
Boys Cry Too by Danny McMahon is an EP of two halves. Not that there is anything wrong with songs ‘Everything’ and ‘When I See You’. Dealing with relationships, the first offers an anthemic chorus that is very reminiscent of a Thomas Rhett single. The second is a slow tempo ballad that is also notableContinue reading “Danny McMahon – Boys Cry Too EP”
Interview with Bryony Sier
There were so many artists to enjoy last week at Focus Wales, one of the nation’s premier music showcase festivals. Among them, a host of Welsh country and Americana artists and bands, most of whom I had the opportunity to see and hear over the course of the three days. And from the psychedelic countryContinue reading “Interview with Bryony Sier”
Interview with Rosey Cale
It was such a pleasure meeting country-pop artist Rosey Cale. The Welsh singer-songwriter was performing at Focus Wales, one of the nation’s premier music showcase festivals, and I was delighted to catch her for an interview in between her two sets. Her calm and considered persona whilst performing is no onstage act. As I satContinue reading “Interview with Rosey Cale”
Orpheus Descending – Theatr Clwyd
The set design may be far more sedate than in her last production, Home, I’m Darling. But the cast assembled by director Tamara Harvey for her latest offering Orpheus Descending spark off one another with electrifying chemistry. One wonders what she does during the rehearsal process that nurtures such strong unity among cast members, andContinue reading “Orpheus Descending – Theatr Clwyd”
Wild Rose – Film
Out now on general release in cinemas around the UK, I was lucky enough to see a preview of Wild Rose at C2C back in March. I got so emotionally caught up in it – with tears and laughter in equal measure – that I immediately pencilled in a second viewing at my local cinemaContinue reading “Wild Rose – Film”
CC Smugglers – How High Tour
What a melting pot of genres CC Smugglers are. Bubbling over during their red-hot set at Manchester’s Soup Kitchen were sounds as diverse as jazz, country, funk, swing, soul, folk, and blues. It was like a hoedown one minute, a jazz club the next. There really is something for everyone with this band. And you’dContinue reading “CC Smugglers – How High Tour”
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