Blood, Fish & Bone is an album that revels in its simplicity. Set amongst a deliciously sparse, acoustic surrounding, Armfield's vocal delivery is peaceful and gentle, with a style that could be considered as much conversation as it could singing. Armfield weaves a hypnotic spell that is instantly engaging and absorbing: he makes you want to listen. Accompaniment comes mainly in the form of a simply plucked acoustic guitar, occasionally punctuated with the subtlest bass and percussion, the gentle murmurs of a slide or electric guitar, and sparing but effective undercurrents of flute and harmonica...

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