There was mixed news for Midlake fans as the band announced the upcoming release of a new album at the same time as confirming the departure of frontman Tim Smith. In a statement on their website, the Texas folksters said…
Nick Mulvey will continue his breakthrough year with a headline UK tour this autumn. Mulvey, who gained attention for his Fever To The Form EP earlier this year, will follow up his support slot on Laura Marling’s tour with with…
With her latest single, ‘Boxer’, Abi Wade lays a military drum beat over her customary voice and ‘cello arrangement, creating a theatrical urgency reminiscent of Florence Welch. The idea that the ‘cello can be a popular music instrument is gaining…
Louis Armstrong, born on this day in 1901, might not be the first name you think of when you think of folk. Or the last, or anywhere in between. So why does he make the select list of great artists…
“Hey, is Miles Benjamin Anthony Robinson still alive?” reads a message posted on his rather desolate Facebook page. “I hope so, I hope he is well. Love his music, could use some more.” It has been a legitimate question. A…
What’s in a name? Well, ask Oliver Newton. He’s named his band The Lunchtime Sardine Club, his album Icecapades and one of the tracks on it ‘I’m… Jesuschristmaam’. There’s an impressive scope to the album, from the dirty, grungy brand…