I am absolutely not the first to point out that more often than not, when we talk about women in music, we instantly plonk them into the old pigeonholes of either Madonna (not pop god Madonna, the biblical, virginal one…)…
After making his mark on Manchester’s music scene over the last few years with an authentic take on Anglo-American nu-folk, Jo Rose finished 2014 with a “soft release” of his debut album, Spurs, and a support slot for First Aid Kit’s European…
“I don’t wanna wait anymore, I’m tired of looking for answers” came from the beautifully harmonised mouths of Swedish duo First Aid Kit on ‘Silver Lining’, the first single from Stay Gold. I didn’t realise how poignant this was until recently. I…
Rating: The Americana feel of Jo Rose’s British songwriting is the key to his unique appeal. Although born and raised in Manchester, his true country roots can be heard in the intonation of his vocals. Rose’s debut album Spurs is…
Rating: On a tropical-esque day I clambered into my (very kind) friend’s rather precious 42 year-old VW camper van, ensuring them of course that no calamity would befall me. Only hours later I’ve flooded the engine (I don’t know that…
Swedish folk couplet First Aid Kit have streamed their latest album online ahead of its release on June 10. The album, ‘Stay Gold’ features 10 airy tracks that are a statement of power, while the bright and bubbly sounds really hone…