SPIRO Welcome Joy and Welcome Sorrow Real World Records 206 www.realworldrecords.com As far as I know, this Bristol, England, quartet has little or no competition. First off, they are completely instrumental – featuring acoustic … Continue reading →
FAIRPORT CONVENTION Myths and Heroes Matty Grooves 053 www.fairportconvention.com Wow! Forty eight years and still going! Fairport Convention is now an institution in their native England; they host an annual festival which attracts around … Continue reading →
Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino Pizzica Indiavolata Ponderosa Music & Art 101 www.canzonieregrecanicosalentino.net One of the best musical discoveries I made recently was this fantastic band from southern Italy. I attended two superb live concerts and … Continue reading →
DAVE THOMPSON Fire and Wine: An Armchair Guide to Steve Ashley Create Space www.createspace.com/ Although English singer-songwriter Steve Ashley was never a “household name,” he has produced high quality work since his career began … Continue reading →
STEELEYE SPAN Now We Are Six Again Park 113 www.parkrecords.com No one else does it like Steeleye Span does it. Their unique blend of elegant singing (both lead and those perfect close harmonies) and … Continue reading →
