The record label , founded by , introduced and to a Western audience. They didn't have to travel as far for the latest addition to the label. The Breath comes from Manchester. The group was founded there by Stuart McCallum, John Ellis, Luke Flowers (all three previously active in ) and Northern Irish singer . In their own words, the quartet delved deep into the spaces between rock, ambient,
… folk and jazz. The result is a unique sound in which Connolly's rich, warm voice can thrive. The songs are calm but not silky smooth, because The Breath does not avoid difficult textual subjects. For example, Boat Song is about modern slavery. This gives this modest album an ominous edge and that's a good thing. It makes Carry Your Kin an irresistible album. (PdK)more