Emerging from the verdant landscapes of County Offaly, Ireland, folk/ballad singer-songwriter Wayne Brereton stitches tales of resilience, drawing upon the deep cultural wells of his homeland and his personal trials. From the Heart of Ireland Emerges a Story of Grit, Wrapped in Beautiful Ballads and Infused with the Spirit of Traditional Irish Folk. Brereton was a musical prodigy who began playing guitar in bands at the juvenile age of 14 and eventually carved out a place as the lead guitarist for the popular Irish pop/rock band "Hogan." The Robin's Call by Wayne Brereton Brereton's music is a magnificent tapestry woven from...

Listening to Sons of Martha's new single, "Samurai Smile," feels a bit like finding a beautiful, slightly unnerving porcelain doll tucked away in a toolbox – all sharp edges and unexpected fragility. This North London outfit promised a harder sound, and they deliver; guitars chew and churn with a satisfying grit reminiscent of early '90s Manchester swagger, but filtered through a distinctly modern unease....