Upon first listen I recognise that this is Sinclair at her very best. The folk singer’s lyrics are both intricate and inspired as she uses her words to paint vivid imagery in the listeners mind. Her vocals are smooth, Sinclair has a lovely tone to her voice and the production gives them space to linger. […]
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After the dissolution of his band, The Scheme and following a number of popular single releases, James stamps his authority in the Pop world with the release of his self-titled debut album. On first listen the record is cohesive, James is clear of his direction and intentions both sonically and lyrically. The production is dramatic
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I wondered if you could tell me when you guys first met? Dave: We started singing together nine and a half years ago now. We were all friends before we started as a band, we’ve known each other around fifteen years. Do you remember the first time you all sang together and did you know
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What this record does is highlight just what an illustrious career Reba McEntire has had. All three parts to the record are littered with hits from various points of Reba’s career. A different version of signature tune ‘Fancy’ features on each of the records with the ‘Revived’ edition feeling like you hear it in beautiful
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Accompanied by a live Jazz band, Sarah Reeves brings a touch of festive cheer with a collection of originals and classic Christmas tunes on ‘More The Merrier’. Reeves warm and soft vocals are the real highlight of this record as she brings each track to life. It begins with the title track, a self penned
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I had the pleasure of seeing Fine Lines perform just recently at the British Country Music Festival in Blackpool and was impressed by the 7-piece band from Cheshire, they were tight-knit with good songs and vocal harmonies. With this record they prove to me they’re not just a good live band. From the soothing yet
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The Last Inklings have just released their debut album ‘The Impossible Wild’. Themes of folklore, myths and legends dominate the record whilst sonically the Cello and Mandolin take centre stage. Though it may be the pair’s first release they have been playing together for a while now. “We started off with like a covers band
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The folk duo, made up of Kip Winter and Dave Wilson, are renowned for being hard working musicians who excel out on the road. The forced time away from touring and live music though, has allowed them to excel in their songwriting and in the studio too. Kip’s vocals especially have a rawness to them,
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Formerly of the Americana duo Duffy and Bird, Tricia Duffy brings a wealth of experience and observation to her first solo album, released under the alter-ego Little Lore. After taking trips to Nashville and soaking up knowledge in songwriting workshops, it is clear every word and every note is well thought out. The pedal steel
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Can you recall the first moment you knew you wanted to pursue music? I don’t have a recollection of the exact moment I knew I wanted to pursue music as a career, all I can say is there are unlimited hours of family video footage of me singing and dancing to my own little songs.
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