December 2010

Richard Thompson to receive OBE

by Alex 31 December 2010 Music News

The Queen has named Richard Thompson to the 2011 Honours List as an Officer of the Order of the British Empire plus Dream Attic get’s nominated for a Grammy.

Lorcan Mac Mathuna Talks: Sean-Nós

by Lorcan Mac Mathuna 29 December 2010 Art and Culture

Lorcan Mac Mathuna talks about this Sean nós, a traditional unaccompanied style of singing in Irish that, in recent times, existed only in the furthest reaches of Ireland’s landscape.

Album Review: The Scoville Units

by Alex 28 December 2010 Uncategorized

The Scoville Units are a new and exciting powerhouse of a band that are made up of prominent musicians from the British Folk and accoustice music scene that combine their individual talents and influences from American, Celtic and English traditional music to create a uniquely inspiring sound.

Early Transatlanitc Session: John Martyn with Kathy Mattea

Video: Early Transatlantic Session: John Martyn with Kathy Mattea

by Alex 27 December 2010 Video

Watch John Martyn performing with Kathy Mattea along with Danny Thompson on bass and Jerry Douglas on dobro! A classic moment in the Transatlantic Sessions!

Album Review: Andy Irvine – Abocurragh

by Alex 27 December 2010 Uncategorized

Andy Irvine makes a welcome return after a decade with his new solo release, Abocurragh. Andy has maintained his magic and makes a cracking album with a string of renowned musicians in support.

Album Review: Niamh Ni Charra – Happy Out

by Alex 25 December 2010 Uncategorized

Niamh Ni Charra’s latest release, Sugach Samh / Happy out, sets a new standard in Irish tradtional music. She displays confidence and adds a new spectrum to her music with the inclusion of song. 10/10

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

by Alex 25 December 2010 Uncategorized

We’d like to wish all our listeners a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! It’s been an eventful year for the station but we wouldn’t be here without your support, so Thank you!

My Top Picks: Folk Music related Books

by Alex 24 December 2010 Art and Culture

I‘ve got three books on my top list that come highly recommended. The first one I intend to get completely lost in with ale and mincepies over Christmas: Seasons They Change: The Story of Acid and Psychedelic Folk Here’s a bit on each: Seasons They Change: The Story of Acid and Psychedelic Folk Greg Weeks [...]

Samling – At the frontier of Nu-Nordic

by Alex 23 December 2010 Uncategorized

Samling combine Scandinavian music with traditions from the British Isles. What makes them unique is the inclusion of Gaelic into the mix. Their sound is both unusual and captivating!

Watch the Battlefield Band’s New Video

by Alex 22 December 2010 Uncategorized

The Battlefield Band release a new video: ‘A’ Bhriogais Uallach’; on which the ‘new boy’, Ewen Henderson, get’s to show off his talents. The track will be made available as a download on 10th January 2011. Watch it below.

Transatlantic Sessions / The Contenders at Southbank Centre

Tickets Giveaway for Transatlantic Sessions / The Contenders at Queen Elizabeth Hall

by Alex 21 December 2010 Uncategorized

One lucky winner has the chance to win a pair of tickets to either the Transatlantic Sessions or The Contenders at Southbank Centre, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London in January 2011.

Christmas Traditions #2: The Christmas Card and the Robin

by Alex 21 December 2010 Christmas

In our Christmas traditions series we look at where the tradition of sending Christmas Cards originated from and why it was seen as bad luck to have Robins on cards.

Interview: Jeannie Paske creator of Obsolete World

by Alex 21 December 2010 Art and Culture

I recently came across the artwork of Jeannie Paske and an ongoing series she has called Obsolete World. I found the images both magical, fun and sad as well as exposing the fragility of life. I got the chance to talk with Jeannie recently about her work and to ask about what inspired her creations.

Album Review: Admiral Fallow – Boots Met My Face

by Alex 20 December 2010 Reviews

Admiral Fallow’s latest release, Boots Met My Face is heartfelt, honest & pure as the Scottish snow, it will take approximately sixty seconds for you to stop what you’re doing, pay attention & state “I think I’m going to love this record”

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