The next Bandcamp Friday will take place on Friday 3rd March 2023. Here’s a list of recent Bandcamp releases from local artists to check out. You can find out more about Bandcamp Friday, as well as viewing a comprehensive list of local acts by visiting liverpoolacoustic.co.uk/bandcampfriday
She’s In The Trees – All This Time
All This Time is the debut single from alt. country folk outfit She’s In The Trees. This chilled, atmospheric track features a strong distinctive vocal from Amy Scott-Samuel. The band have recently signed with Lucinda Records in Madrid and will be playing a headline gig at Hobo Kiosk in Liverpool on Friday 5th May. linktr.ee/shes.in.the.trees
YouTube Video: She’s In The Trees – All This Time
Mike Ryan – Back Where We Are
The winner of this years Liverpool Acoustic Songwriting Challenge (along with Christopher Gosudarski), Mike Ryan goes from strength to strength on his third album Back Where We Are. The proflic singer-songwriter recorded the album last year at Night Studios on the Wirral. This upbeat set is highlighted by the singles Woohoo! and Honeymoon. mike-ryan.bandcamp.com
YouTube Video: Mike Ryan – Woohoo!
Barry Briercliffe – Flesh and Bones
A stalwart of the Mathew Street music scene, Barry Briercliffe made a welcome return last year with the acoustic indie rock album Flesh and Bones. The opening track The Streets Of Liverpool is a feel-good anthem that sets the right tone. Barry had a successful launch for the album at the legendary Eric’s Club. barrybriercliffe.bandcamp.com
YouTube Video: Barry Briercliffe – The Streets Of Liverpool
Rachael Jean Harris – Feather and Bone
Rachael Jean Harris continues to surprise listeners with her current single Feather and Bone. An ambitious production with lots of twists and turns, the track continues a string of bold and challenging releases. The influence of Tori Amos and Suzanne Vega is evident on this track and is a strong follow up to last years single Imprint. rachaeljeanharris.com
YouTube Video: Rachael Jean Harris – Imprint
David Masson – The Things I See
Released on Ghost Orchid Records, The Things I See is a hopeful piano ballad by singer-songwriter David Masson. This is a minimal production that builds up layer by layer with effective guitar and synth embellishments. An understated vocal and thoughtful lyric makes for an engaging track. ghostorchidrecords.com
YouTube Video: David Masson – The Things I See
The Best Of The Southbound Attic Band 2009-2019
Local favourites The Southbound Attic Band are regulars of The Monday Club at The Cavern Pub. The folk duo of Barry Jones and Ronnie Clark continue to delight audiences. The infamous Hide The Sausage is included and is a regular closing number of their sets. Highlights include The Lone Crow, The Ballad of George and Maude and Last Man Standing. southboundatticband.com
YouTube Video: Southbound Attic Band – San Vito 1970
Review by Stuart Todd © 2023 Liverpool Acoustic – all rights reserved