Anthony Reynolds - British Ballads (Spinney)
Text: Phil Hebblethwaite
A grand and substantial record that at first seems poe-faced but reveals deep humour and class the more you hang out with it.
This is what classic British-styled country music sounds like done well – it's all big themes, lush string arrangements and strong writing.
An outsider's view on life, and Vashti Bunyan, Dot Allison and Simon Raymonde chip in too. Weighty.
