"This delightfully bold 13-track collection builds on the growing connectivity these two musicians have found, brilliantly fusing their Irish tenor banjo and five-string bluegrass banjo styles alongside guests including mandolin star Sierra Hull, double bassist Barry Bales and percussionist Jay Bellerose from the US. A guest from considerably closer to O'Kane's home is Kate Rusby on, yes, 'backing' vocals, as this isn't totally a tunes album, offering two songs where O'Kane and Block showcase their contrasting voices"

"Of course, the two banjos are the main focus throughout, but the addition of a high-end band, some singing and cracking guest appearances really adds to the sound and makes Banjophonics something special. A hugely satisfying experience, this music has energy, emotion and a huge heart and is a rich and rewarding piece of work that is very difficult not to love"