Johnny Boy Would Love This … A Tribute to John Martyn – review

It's a sign of John Martyn's far-reaching influence that the 30 covers here include songs from octogenarian gospel singers (Clarence Fountain), 80s goths (Robert Smith) and indie whippersnappers (Bombay Bicycle Club), though folk and blues takes predominate. Vashti Bunyan's half-whispered "Head and Heart" and the breezy bluegrass of Ted Barnes' "Over the Hill" are highlights, but Martyn's wider tastes are represented in contributions from 90s trip-hoppers Morcheeba and the loping reggae of One World, performed by Paolo Nutini. It's likely to appeal more to dedicated Martyn fans than newcomers but a fine tribute nonetheless.