Iain Archer is not hugely known by name, but his material has graced thousands of indie kids’ ears thanks to his former life as a member of Snow Patrol. His main role was as a lyricist with mate and cohort Gary Lightbody and although his own vocals are sweet, airy and soft, the similarities pretty much end there.
Jeremy Warmsley reveals extensive tour itinerary
Jeremy Warmsley has a packed few months ahead of him, including a number of dates in the land of Bratwurst and one hop-skip across the channel to Paris. It’s rather nice that you’ll have the opportunity of catching him ont’ continent if you happy to be on a jaunt that way.
Sons of Noel and Adrian announce UK tour
Sons of Noel and Adrian have announced a UK tour for April and May. The Brighton-based folkies will play 10 dates across England and Scotland, following their hugely successful sell-out tour supporting Mumford and Sons.
Sons of Noel and Adrian
The Brighton-based Sons are one of Wilkommen Records’ many awesome folk acts, alongside The Leisure Society, The Miserable Rich and Shoreline
When a scene becomes a movement
Last night, while perusing YouTube, I came across an interview with Noel Gallagher (of whom I’m a fan – I like the juxtaposition of his boorish persona and actual wit and intelligence). He said that a musical movement becomes exciting…
Single review: Odd Situation – Semifinalists
The caveat that I should insert here is that this is very much not folk. Still, we’re all open-minded here, and really I’ve always had rather a soft spot for Semifinalists.