Robert Severin Postcard From Budapest
Stories about real lives lived and disrupted in 20th century Hungary, several of which intertwine with Scotland.
“…stunning debut album.” Celtic Music Radio
“profound stories… we should listen to.” Folking.com
“Robert delivers intimate songs, beautifully accompanied.” Northern Sky Reviews
La Llamas Bread and Jam
The La-Llamas sound is a blend of Rootsy Americana and Celtic Folk built on a foundation of world music rhythms. The songs on this album primarily explore the themes of philosophy and friendship, featuring tight harmonies, banjos, guitars and foot stompingly positive energy (alongside a peppering of world weary cynicism!).
Lorraine Jordan Send My Soul
“a modern sound that is somehow infused with the folk music of the ages” RnR
“All 12 tracks are a sheer delight.” Folk Wales
“The quality of Lorraine’s writing in both lyrics and melody put her firmly in the top league” Folk London
“Enchanting vocals and absorbing songs” Maverick
Peter Croft with Mark Jones & Hazel Fairbairn Button Box Breakdown
A collection of Old Time, Bluegrass and Western Swing instrumentals played on the Cajun Accordion. Peter Croft has been playing traditional music for half a century. Mark Jones lends his flatpicking guitar and Hazel Fairbairn contributes soulful fiddle.
“Peter Croft plays a range of surprisingly complex tunes on his simple D melodeon.” FolkWorld
Far Flung Collective Black Bay
Far Flung Collective create new music inspired by the stunning landscapes and heritage of the Scottish Outer Hebrides and South-West England. Featuring top musicians from both areas, Black Bay is the long-awaited follow-up to acclaimed debut, Far Flung Corners.
“a beautiful and engaging collaboration… beguiling, gorgeous and delightful.” Songlines
Johnny Steinberg Shadowland
The new album from Folk/Americana songwriter Johnny Steinberg – out in Summer 2020.
“Johnny’s songs have tremendous heart, vulnerability and emotion. He made me cry on the first listen of a song and that is a potent gift of a songwriter.” Karine Polwart, BBC Folk Singer of the Year
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Ainsley Hamill Belle of the Ball
“…considered one of the best of her generation.” RnR
“Hamill’s refreshingly soulful voice, a mixture of Julie Fowlis and Heather Small (if you can imagine that), is very much to the fore.” Northern Sky
“Ainsley Hamill’s stirring voice could compete with anyone at Celtic Connections.” Pat Byrne, The Voice of Ireland
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The Chair Orkney Monster
Forged in the fire of an Orkney sunset, hewn from the rocks of the Orcadian shoreline, The Chair’s long-awaited third album, Orkney Monster, blends the old and the new, raucous and beautiful, tunes and songs to enjoy. Fiddles, Accordion, Banjo lead the attack, buoyed by vibrant guitar bass and drums; folk to make you move.
Steve Garrett and Peter Lowit with James Edge In Arden
New music for acoustic guitar and double bass – four hands, ten strings, and two bits of wood – with a shimmering string quartet arrangement on the title track.
“…what they do with folky themes, jazzy chords and a sliver of Bach is a delight… will not disappoint.” FATEA
Haltadans Light Ida Lum
“Haltadans celebrate the Shetland traditions… This is music full of character, played with great skill and often a sweet sense of harmony.” Songlines
“Bold, beautiful, and based on firm roots.” The Living Tradition
“Haltadans is a well-drilled musical machine which when in full flow produces a spectacular sound.” The Shetland Times
Various Artists TMSA Young Trad Tour 2019
Experience the Scottish folk scene’s best, with original material & traditional tunes, from finalists & winners of the BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year Competition: 2019 winner Benedict Morris (fiddle); 2018 winner – Hannah Rarity (voice); Cameron Ross (fiddle); Catherine Tinney (voice); Luc McNally (guitar/voice); Ross Miller (bagpipes) & Sarah Markey (flute), guided by MDs Findlay Napier & Anna Massie.
Silly Wizard Live Again
“Generally considered the world’s finest performers of traditional and contemporary Scottish music – and with good reason. Silly Wizard is not just another folk music group; they rank with the greatest creators and performers from any country from any time.” allmusic.com
“an essential part of any ‘true’ folk music enthusiast’s collection.” Folking.com