Reviews
O Groth y Ddaear
Perhaps better known for his work as frontman for the Welsh rock band Y Bandana or as part of psychedelic...
Reviewed by Kevin Bourke in issue: December/2016
I’d Understand You if I Knew What You Meant
This, the sixth album from Craobh Rua, proves to be the most sophisticated offering yet from the Belfast-based quintet. It’s...
Reviewed by Michael Quinn in issue: June/2014
The Iqrit Files
The Palestinian refugee camps of the Middle East are a hotbed of musical creativity, although there are few outlets for...
Reviewed by Nigel Williamson in issue: December/2015
Can’t Hold the Wheel
This is a fine collection of traditional-styled American tunes performed with great respect by The New Line. The group produce...
Reviewed by Martin Sinnock in issue: Aug/Sep/2014
La Silencieuse
Meïkhâneh comprise singer Maria Laurent, Johanni Curtet on guitar and overtone singing, and Milad Pasta on Iranian percussion. Recording at...
Reviewed by Tim Cumming in issue: October/2017
Divine Liturgy
The Armenian composer Gomidas (1869-1935), usually transliterated as Komitas, is considered the father of Armenian music. While the conservatoire in...
Reviewed by Simon Broughton in issue: Apr/May/2012
Nordic Woman
Nordic Woman’s hauntingly beautiful opening flute melody could hail from any number of musical origins, but what follows is a...
Reviewed by Olivia Haughton in issue: Nov/Dec/2012
Rhythm of the Griot
Kora player Diabel Cissokho has long explored the connection between blues and the griot tradition, most notably on the album...
Reviewed by Nigel Williamson in issue: Jan/Feb/2020
Burning Inspiration
British roots reggae has become a dedicated fixation for Bristol-based Sugar Shack Records. Along with their two sister labels, they...
Reviewed by Clyde Macfarlane in issue: December/2017
Arv og Slarv
Norway's Tone Prize is a prestigious award for young singers. It was won two years ago by the 18-year-old Mari...
Reviewed by Fiona Talkington in issue: August/2017
