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SABA ANGLANA YE KATAMA HOD Felmay The stunning new album by the singer/songwriter Saba Anglana, who was born in Somalia with Ethiopian roots and now lives in Italy. ‘Ye Katama Hod’ deals with such issues as the nostalgia of places and traditions constantly erased by the progress, the problem of non-membership and the difficulty to recognise herself.
MICHAEL CHAPMAN THE MAN WHO HATED MORNINGS Secrets Records This is the reissue of the classic 1977 album featuring Mick Ronson, BJ Cole, Keef Hartley and Rod Clements. Remastered with a bonus track. Part of an ongoing reissue series of classic Chapman on CD and vinyl. www.secretrecordslimited.com
GENTLEFOLK INTO THE GREENWOOD Dharma GentleFolk are a folk band which formed in the summer of 2014 from a group of South East Londoners who met at a singaround in the Old Nun’s Head in Nunhead. Their debut ‘About Into The Greenwood’ is described as journey through the old woods of England in story and song. “A psychedelic folk Steely Dan” – STICK IN THE WHEEL
KARDES TÜRKÜLER KERWANÊ (BEST OF) Network The seventh album from leading world music ensemble Kardes Türküler. The band has enjoyed cult status in Turkey for some time now and their international reputation is set to grow further with the release of this outstanding and emotional musical work.
LINDA MCRAE SHADOW TRAILS Borealis Linda McRae delivers songs of the lost, the lovesick and loners. ‘Shadow Trails’ features Steve Dawson on guitars, Steve O’Connor on keyboards, John Dymond on bass, Gary Craig on drums, Fats Kaplin on fiddle, Ray Bonneville on harmonica and guest vocals from Laurie Lewis, Keri Latimer, Geoffrey Kelly, Gurf Morlix and M.C. Hansen.
PLAINSONG REINVENTING RICHARD Fledg’ling Records Plainsong, founded by Iain Matthews and Andy Roberts in 1972, have championed Fariña’s songwriting since the group’s inception. With ‘Reinventing Richard’ they have produced a classic album that imagines how his songs might have sounded, if written and first recorded in a 21st century electro/acoustic setting.
CHRIS & KELLIE WHILE INDIGO Fat Cat Records Long awaited third album from mother and daughter duo Chris and Kellie While. Ten acoustic interpretations of songs from writers at the top of their game. That special quality of harmony singing from close family members shines through. For tour dates visit: www.whileandmatthews.co.uk
JOHN KIRKPATRICK TUNES FROM THE TRENCHES Fledg’ling Records Squeezebox maestro John Kirkpatrick has recorded a glorious selection of songs from the First and Second World Wars, in a programme that highlights two different kinds of material. As you’d expect there’s a smattering of the popular hits of the day, interspersed with a selection of songs sung on the Front Line by service personnel.
JOHN JONES NEVER STOP MOVING West Park Music John Jones is the powerful, charismatic singer with Oysterband. Inspired by his walks across the country and recovery from serious illness, John is joined on the album by host of talented musicians and singers; including Al Scott, Benji Kirkpatrick, Lindsey Oliver, Tim Cotterell, Boff Whalley, Rowan Godel and François DeVille.
STICK IN THE WHEEL FROM HERE Stick In The Wheel Stick In The Wheel’s highly anticipated debut album ‘From Here’ is a raw, fresh take on English folk music. Their now-trademark abrasive delivery of both original and traditional tracks, is not bland retroism, or empty nostalgia; but a voice linking now to then. The songs are roughed up down dark alleys with lyrics that are direct, honest, and caustic, but also eloquently poetic.
DEREK RYAN ONE GOOD NIGHT Sharpe Music From his platinum-selling boyband beginnings, Derek Ryan has continued to flourish artistically by switching to his true passion: country music. Number ones in Ireland and sell-out venues across Britain have quickly followed. ‘One Good Night’ is Derek Ryan’s new release on Sharpe Music label. 15 tracks featuring six original self-penned songs and just a small sample of his talent.
TWELFTH DAY SHELL STORY Orange Feather Records Twelfth Day release their mini LP ‘Shell Story’ featuring three new tracks including the duo’s arrangement of a Schubert song, the eponymous title sung tale and an extended instrumental. Just back from a music sharing trip to Mongolia, the duo are now playing festivals throughout the UK. www.twelfthdaymusic.com