This is the Yorkshire based, all female quartet’s third album, and while the previous two were strong independently released discs, this is the album that will bring them to a wider audience. Where previously their sound was minimalist and a little too sparse; here the production and range of instruments used brings a more confident and upbeat sound that makes them much easier to enjoy.
Having four musicians, singers and writers in the band brings a good range of styles to the disc, add to this the fact that they all share lead and backing vocals across the album means that each song feels distinct and individual and there’s plenty of diversity over the 10 songs.
Their sound and style has much in common with Chris While and Julie Matthews and at times it’s feels like there’s a direct link between them, but the extra voices and added instrumentation and production gives the Witches a sound of their own.
On the back of a huge local reputation and growing national support, they have secured the services of producer Dave Creffield (famous for his work with Leeds band Embrace) and Bruce Watson (Big Country’s guitarist), the result is a polished and more contemporary disc. It’s still acoustic driven music, but it feels smarter and more thoughtfully put together than their previous releases.
11 songs full of honest writing and strong acoustic backing that is all held together by some great harmonies from the four voices – those interested in contemporary acoustic music will find much to enjoy here.

Track listing
1. Rock n Roll
2. Jenny Thornton
3. Me Leaving Me
4. Spring Song
5. High Fire and High Water
6. Look Right Back
7. Only Human
8. My Conscience Keep
9. Horse to Water
10. Top of the Hill
11. Yorkshire Boy

£13.49