The musical brainchild of Rachel Unthank (Unthanks) and Paul Smith (Maximo Park) which has already been receiving great reviews. Unthank Smith is the blending of two musical talents The Unthanks being purveyors of folk songs and Maximo Park indie legends, this should be very interesting indeed.

The album kicks off a cappella with “Captain Bover”, it is what I can only describe as a folky sea shanty and Rachel and Paul’s voices sound amazing especially when they harmonize with each other, it is a great way to start the album and it sucks you in and sets the scene for the rest of the record. 

“Nowhere and Everywhere” is in simple terms a collection of traditional folk songs with some new songs inspired by old tales, and the Northeast is their mews, it’s sparse, it lets the songs breathe and allows the stories to be told. Two voices beautifully in sync, poignant and reflective.

The arrangements are delicate and expressive, Finger plucking guitar, minimalist drums, and clarinet, all contributing to the ambience of the whole record

“Nowhere and Everywhere” is just a beautiful record a brilliant blend of musical styles to celebrate the art of telling stories in song.