Following on from his first album, the acoustic/folk Sands of Time, [2005] and the limited release live album Speak the Truth, [2006] the Bard has now released his third album, In a Golden Dawn. This latest work confronts and deals with universal issues, backed up by a heavier rock style in some songs, departing from his earlier album which was more introspective and moody.
Live Bait - Gone By Lunchtime Order Number - indie0195
Gone By Lunchtime is a gentle lyrical collection of mostly original songs and instrumentals by this whimsical New Zealand trio. Live Bait tell their tales of life, love and liberty against a rich tapestry of guitars, flutes and fiddles. Live Bait are Bernard Wells, Paddy Bergin and Ruairidh Morrison.
"From the opening Peace Creature, with its danceable insistence and jazzy Latin emotive brass section featuring adventurous contemporary composer and saxophonist Jeff Henderson, Nick van Dijk - trombone and Tahu Tikimaui - trumpet, I'm hooked to the last note of the final song, Aah." - NZ Musician
Ian McDowall - In My Father's Land Order Number - pit101
"Ian McDowall presents a very pleasant set of songs. He's recorded and arranged his music with a clear understanding of his genre and audience. If you're into a light folk/country mix, you'll really enjoy this set. My Father's Land is good company." - Ian Paulin