The track titles of this sixth album from the Edinburgh-based Americana collective read like a back-catalogue of dodgy Hollywood action...
Reviewed by Nathaniel Handy in issue: March/2015
After a recent spate of successes in the Indian department (the revisited Rough Guides to Bhangra, Bollywood and Music of...
Reviewed by Alastair Johnston in issue: June/2011
One can always rely on this French outfit to lay before us a grand sonic banquet that incorporates multiple national...
Reviewed by Howard Male in issue: November/2017
Greek singer Katerina Papadopoulou was previously unknown to me, but due diligence proves it's been my oversight. This album was...
Reviewed by Marc Dubin in issue: Apr/May/2014
Sometimes on this Yorkshireman's second album, Pike's downbeat vocal with guitar and strings can feel over-familiar, as can some lyrics:...
Reviewed by Glenn Kimpton in issue: Jan/Feb/2018
The Armenian duduk is one of the most beautiful instruments on earth. The soft, plangent sound exudes a sweet sadness...
Reviewed by Simon Broughton in issue: Apr/May/2010
Born to a Touareg mother and European father, Faris Amine has hit upon a unique twist to the desert rock...
Reviewed by Nigel Williamson in issue: October/2015
John Carty is one of Ireland’s most respected traditional fiddle and banjo players and this eloquent collection of fiddle tunes...
Reviewed by Kevin Bourke in issue: May/2021
If you’ve a weak spot for sweet vocal harmonies, pop hooks and a soft musical bedding-down in the folk traditions...
Reviewed by Tim Cumming in issue: June/2013
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