Read an article this week from the Times (I think). The gist was that an old folk rocker no longer felt he had to keep his liking suppressed now that a new band of musicians and groups were coming to the forefront and were considered "cool"

Gave them all a go on Spotify and I have to say I was not hugely impressed.

The main acts mentioned were:-

Alsdair Roberts - not impressed, heard better floorsingers
James Yorkston - same as above.
Laura Marling - well touted but the sound of her voice seems a litle derivative to me.
Decemberists - interesting but didn't grab me.
Midlake - much the same as above.
Trembling Bells - rather liked these. The article mentioned Faiport influence but I hear The Albions with Cathy Le Surf.
The Unthanks - already knew and admired these.

Anyone else got any thoughts on those mentioned?