We’re delighted to see Richard Thompson nominated in the Musician of the Year category at this years BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards alongside Ross Ainslie, Andy Cutting and Dan Walsh. Its been a stellar year for Thompson who released his latest studio album, Still, back in June to rave reviews. Thompson’s first UK Top 10 …
The BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2015 took place last night at the Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff. Hosted by Mark Radcliffe and Julie Fowlis, the show included performances from Yusuf/Cat Stevens, our very own Loudon Wainwright III, Kate Rusby and 9Bach. Loudon Wainwright III was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement award which was presented …
Gretchen Peters was yesterdays guest star on Jools Hollands BBC Radio 2 Show where she discussed the inspiration behind some of the songs from her new album ‘Blackbirds’ and her early days. Peters also picked some of her favourite records and performed a version of The Box Tops’ “The Letter” with Jools and the band. …
It’s been announced that Loudon Wainwright III will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at this years BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Now in it’s 16th year, the awards will take place on Wednesday 22 April at the Millennium Centre in Cardiff where Loudon will also perform on the night. Also performing at the ceremony will …
Allison Moorer played three songs from her new album ‘Down To Believing’ on BBC Radio 2 last night for their Celtic Connections show. The line-up also included Americana artist Sarah Jarosz and gospel group The McCrary Sisters. Moorer performed the title track ‘Down To Believing’ (at around 9 minutes 20 seconds into the show) from …