Stephen Simkin - Reviews
Jeffrey Foucault
Poetic latest album from New England-based singer-songwriter Jeffrey Foucault who proves himself on it to be a master songwriter in peak form
Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore
Pleasing covers-heavy set on collaborative album from country rock veterans, Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore
Kim Richey
Country-folk singer and songwriter Kim Richey returns with her eighth studio album which is her strongest set in years
Winter Wilson
Superb eighth album which focuses on migration and social justice from Americana/folk duo Winter Wilson
Rod Picott
Compelling Americana on new double album from Nashville-based singer-songwriter Rod Picott
Steph Cameron
Intimate and haunting album from Saskatoon-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Steph Cameron
Bruce Cockburn
Lyrical, politically-conscious first album in six years from much acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Bruce Cockburn
Sonny Landreth
Magical double live CD from acclaimed blues guitarist Sonny Landreth recorded in Lafayette in Louisiana
John Smith
Impeccable and understated latest album from critically acclaimed folk-influenced songwriter and guitarist John Smith
Eric Ambel
Impressive rare solo outing from alt.country legend Eric Ambel which combines originals with covers
Steve Gardner
Extraordinary new album from British amateur musican Steve Gardner, which was recorded in San Francisco with Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express
Jason Mcniff
Pleasing double CD compilation from English folk and Americana-influenced artist Jason McNiff
Chuck Prophet
Redemptive latest album from former Green On Red guitarist Chuck Prophet which proves to be one of the highlights of his extraordinary career