mp3: Waxwing

website: http://www.alasdairroberts.com/

I first wrote about Alasdair Roberts back in 2002/2003, and while I mean this in a good way, I could probably go back and copy and paste chunks of text, because not a lot has changed since then.

The former Appendix Out frontman still sounds like he’s channelling ancient folk stories from out of the ether. With his acoustic guitar, gentle plodding drums and soft Scottish voice, the recipe is simple and predictable. But that doesn’t take anything away from his quiet folk tales, which provide a lovely solution for when your mind requires an escape from the daily urbanism.

His new album The Amber Gatherers has just been released by Drag City, and he’s also been touring the UK with Joanna Newsom, which was a great opportunity for him to enjoy some extra recognition.

Buy.