Blackwell revels in an expansive and unabashed summoning of ghosts of Americana past, while lyrical preoccupations of love and loss are delivered with a colloquial wit that will be familiar to all back home. His road-hardened confidence and unmistakable soaring voice pull together his unique brand of country & gospel tinged soul blues.

‘Wonderful, heartfelt music’ – Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2.

‘A talent as big as the sky’ – Colin Hall, R2 Magazine.