The Civil Wars: never was a band name more apt. Reviewing the duo, who have just cancelled the rest of their tour and gone on hiatus citing ‘differences in ambition’, is a tricky one. Leaving The Roundhouse last Tuesday I was…
EP | Oh Stockholm! – All This Will Go
The latest EP from Oh Stockholm! should be proof enough, were it still needed, that their journey from electro-pop to folky loveliness is complete. The last time FFS covered them back in 2011, one of our New Bands Panel members…
Album | ahab – Live In London
While I’m sure it’s not impossible to write a review of ahab’s debut album without debating the merits of opting to put it out as a live record, I can only imagine it would sit there the proverbial elephant in…
Interview | Introducing… Patch & The Giant
Patch & The Giant are an alternative folk band whose defining characteristics include rough-edged folk melodies, strings, brass, keys and buttons along with boots, braces and cauldrons of tea. Having seen them a few times now, these lovely people never fail to impress…
News | Anais Mitchell announces London show
Anais Mitchell took to facebook today to announce a gig at London’s Cecil Sharp House, showcasing material from her forthcoming album of traditional folk songs. The Vermont singer told FFS in a recent interview that she would be releasing a…
Live | Moulettes announce competition and Tabernacle gig on 24th November
May we cordially recommend a gig to you? It’s in one of the very most beautiful venues in London, there are prizes for the first 50 people to buy tickets from the Communion Music, and the line up is stonking. The…