Jolie Holland’s Escondida album contains one of our most favourite songs in Old Fashioned Morphine so we were delighted to get news of a new album Pint Of Blood, which will get a release on 28th June via Anti- Records. Try the evocative, sweeping grandeur of Gold And Yellow – it showcases that honeyed and sultry voice to perfection! Continue reading New Album from Jolie Holland
The coming week sees a much welcomed change to the working week, for me any way. A little more time to listen to a bit more music (maybe), and write a bit more (hopefully). My early working life was a bit feral really when I look back – in style rather than substance. And that rather suited me – it took me an awful long … Continue reading Mrs Mackerel’s TFI Friday (13th May)
Mount Moriah have just released their self-titled debut album via Holidays For Quince. It moves from delicate acoustic narratives to dark, fuzzed-out, soulful stompers offering a far-reaching and non-traditional take on classic folk themes like devotion, tribulation, redemption, and an indelible sense of place. Check out the brilliant hymnal chant of Lament and the country tinged, mournfully traditional Only Way Out. Buy the album here. … Continue reading Introducing…Mount Moriah
The brilliantly ramshackle Felice Brothers new album Celebration, Florida is released on the 23rd May. It’s nearly two weeks away and we’re ticking off the days, but until then you can stream the whole album below. a Pre-order the album in the UK by clicking here and in the US click here. They will be in the UK for a short tour in the winter. Tickets go on sale … Continue reading Felice Brothers: Celebration, Florida Album Stream
Mrs Mackerel is a big fan of retro and vintage fashions and the iconic styles of the 50s. That being the case, the new album from Sallie Ford & The Sound Outside could be the perfect choice for a soundtrack. Dirty Radio is bursting with swinging roots rock, rockabilly rhythms, country, jazz and blues – and all the dots on the musical spectrum are joined up … Continue reading Introducing…Sallie Ford & The Sound Outside
The Owsley Brothers made a big impression on us when we posted about them back in March with their excellent mix of gothic folk tales and authentic blues licks. The good news is you can now get their album Separated At Birth completely free from their Last FM page. If you need convincing try another track from the album below, or head straight over here … Continue reading The Owsley Brothers – Free Album Download
It’s been a week of surprises. Surprising amount of alcohol consumed last weekend. Surprisingly bad hangover for MM. (Well shouldn’t have surprised him, really.) An unexpected travelling companion to Isla – nice surprise. Youngest sprat had a birthday – felt surprisingly emotional about the passing of time. Social misfit with the big red face reprises her role as Nurse Ratched by threatening me with a … Continue reading Mrs Mackerel’s TFI Friday (on Saturday Again, 7th May)
We’re loving this title track from Abigail Washburn’s recent and very well received album City Of Refuge. A charming, upbeat and uplifting mix of Appalachian folk and bluegrass topped with a gorgeous vocal delivery. Try it below, and also listen to the equally excellent new single from the album, Chains. a Download Abigail Washburn – City Of Refuge mp3 (from City Of Refuge) Continue reading Mad Mackerel Recommends…Abigail Washburn
One of the advantages of having a blog like this is being able to make up the rules as you go along, and today that means giving the limelight to our youngest Joe, who reaches the ripe old age of seven today. Now, we are all guilty of bias and of nepotism at times (and this is one of them), but I think you’d be … Continue reading Joe’s Birthday Mix
Psychedelic barbecue anyone? Here is the new video from The Donkeys for one of our favourite songs of 2011 so far. If you don’t have it yet, grab it below. http://vimeo.com/22669196 Download The Donkeys – Don’t Know Who We Are mp3 (from Born With Stripes) Download The Donkeys – I Like The Way You Walk mp3 (from Born With Stripes) Continue reading New Video from the Donkeys
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