SONG OF THE DAY

Sam Brookes - James

One of the things I love most about writing reviews for websites, is listening to an album or single before it gets released (especially if it's a good one!) Sam Brookes' debut album Kairos hits iTunes on March 17th, but 'James,' can already be found on Youtube. I've only given the record one uninterupted listen from start to finish, but what I can say already, is that it could be one of my favourites. Sam Brookes toured with Emily and the Woods last year and I'd never come across any of his music before. Since then, I've been waiting until his new material filters through the web, and I can finally say it's happened! What's even better, is, this whole album came about with the help of funding from local communities. They knew good music when they heard it.

My review of the whole album will be posted on this site http://www.forfolkssake.com/ next week! 

Stay tuned!

But, for now, please enjoy the jolly, jumpy, 'James.'

  

SONG OF THE DAY

The Melodic - On My Way

Are you mourning the loss of current music from Beirut? Well, there's a new band on the harmonious horizon, who will quench those fresh, folk-infused thirsts. The Melodic; a five-piece band from South London, have been quietly stepping further into the limelight. With their debut album, Effra Parade just hitting iTunes, touring with Johnny Flyyn across America and a recent live gig in one of London's biggest record stores, Rough Trade...
*AND BREATHE* 
... I'd say things are looking up.
I've had 'On My Way' in my head all weekend and just had to share. No doubt there'll be more tracks from the album cropping up on the blog soon. 
If you're in search for a band to remind you of Summer 2k14, The Melodic make the the perfect soundtrack.

  

SONG OF THE DAY

Angel Olsen - Unfucktheworld

Here's what I think makes a perfect Sunday track. 

In fact, the whole album, Burn Your Fire For No Witness would make the perfect soundtrack for the day. Sunday is always the time to wind down from the long week just passed and what more could you need whilst digging into your poached eggs on toast this afternoon? 

Admittedly, I've only just discovered Angel Olsen. Some of you may frown at this as she has released records prior to this, but sometimes these are out of reach and easily slip under the radar. Something I actively try not to do. I always root for the underdog, but I have a feeling Angel Olsen will be removed from this category after Burn Your Fire For No Witness receiving much critical acclaim.

'Unfucktheworld' is so beautifully haunting and only just 2 minutes long. It doesn't seem long enough, so it may be on repeat after the first listen... just to make it a little longer.