December 6th, 2017

Kellie Loder – Benefit of the Doubt

Juno Award–nominee Kellie Loder releases her long-awaited 3rd album, Benefit of the Doubt .

December 6th, 2017

Chris Andrews – A Bit Of Wear And Tear

The newest solo recording from Chris Andrews, the leader of the band Shanneyganock. It’s been more than 10 years since the last solo recording and over that time Chris has collected many songs that don’t necessarily fit for Shanneyganock recordings. So Chris has finally decided to record these songs. This record covers songs from all genres of music: folk, pop and country – and are all interpreted by Chris in his own unique style.

December 6th, 2017

Rum Ragged – At Christmas

New Christmas album from local trad band, Rum Ragged. Sure to get your ‘mistletoes’ tapping this holiday season!

December 1st, 2017

Rosemary Lawton – Painted Glass

The auspicious debut on CD for Rosemary Lawton. From St. John’s, fiddler/vocalist/ songwriter delights with an offering both rootsy and sophisticated featuring two originals and tasty pieces written by Emile Benoit and Dave Panting.
The arrangement on track two is an artistic and sonic pleasure while Rosemary’s vocal on “The Siren” is courageous and arresting.
Stellar accompaniment is provided by Carole Bestvater, Maria Cherwick, Adam Press, Jason Whelan and Billy Sutton throughout. Astutely produced by Ian Foster. I strongly suggest indulging in this superb listen.

November 27th, 2017

Jordan Harnum – … The Boys Around The Bay

Debut Traditional Newfoundland album from Jordan Harnum. Recorded in Hopeall by Glenn Simmons!

November 25th, 2017

Harry Martin – Live With Special Guests River

Latest live release from local legend Harry Martin, along with River (Matthew Barrett, Richard Neville and Jamie Jackman).

November 25th, 2017

Shanda Hopkins – Rewind

Debut album from Newfoundland grown singer/songwriter, Shanda Hopkins

November 25th, 2017

Michelle Noftall – Roots In The Water

Michelle Noftall stepped onto the local music stage in 2015 with her debut album, “Songs for a Winter Night”, which earned her a MusicNL nomination of Female Artist of the Year.

Michelle’s singing style has been compared to the likes of Karen Carpenter and Joni Mitchell, and her warm, rich vocals are a unique sound that can be attributed to both her classical formal training (as an alumni of MUN School of Music) and her love of folk and country music.
“Roots in the Water” is her latest release. Inspired by her fascinating family tree, it is a concept album of music that will carry the listener on a musical journey from Barbados to Newfoundland, with stories and songs of love and loss that is sure to touch the hearts of listeners and prove to be a worthy addition to our province’s folk music collection.

 

November 20th, 2017

Romano Di Nillo – Come From The Bays

Performer from the musical ‘Come From Away’, Romano Di Nillo, releases an album of simple traditional Newfoundland music. Duane Andrews produced. Other artists featured on the album are Aaron Collis, Matt Grover and Angela Pickett.

November 20th, 2017

Rube & Rake – Back and Forth

The latest album from local duo, Rube & Rake (Andrew Laite & Josh Sandu)

In a world where most artists tend to expand their arrangements, sometimes overcooking the results, this St. John’s based duo concentrates on the basics-the pure. Featuring acoustic guitars and banjo, these troubadour tales are delivered in a quilt of sterling close vocal harmony. The artistry and craft applied to their songs is the result of true musical fellowship. One can imagine the magic of the folk music heyday when a young Gordon Lightfoot emerged on the nations landscape. He would have been in the coffee house or tavern taking in the entire set by this duo and their thought-provoking numbers reflecting the hearts and eyes of road tested travelers. The best folk/roots music reveals our connectedness to each other and Rube & Rake hit in on the head with this acoustic/harmony delight.