The keen reader will gladly remember Doug Mishkin. Writing about his latest album, ‘Tip of the Spear’, earlier this year, we celebrated it as a “rather nostalgic and timeless record, taking us back to the glorious era of American folk heroes”. It is a statement we can safely stand behind. Mishkin’s artistry doesn’t seek to reinvent the wheel; instead, it perfects it, offering a great deal of Americana and rock’n’roll goodness that’s hard to resist.
In particular, we’d like to now focus on the album’s title track, ‘Tip of the Spear’. Recently, the piece was included in ‘Folk Now’ (September 2025), the prestigious compilation CD from Hudson Harding Music. A gentle and heartwarming song, ‘Tip of the Spear’ is also quite meaningful, boasting a great deal of societal empowerment in it. Seeking to inspire listeners into fighting for a better future, not being afraid to get their voice heard, Mishkin showcases himself not just as a pure songwriter, but also as an activist and leader.
Delving deeper into ‘Tip of the Spear’, the American creative explains: “The song emerges at a time when communities across the world are grappling with injustice, division, and the urgent need for civic engagement. The record does not simply diagnose these problems, but it asks listeners to consider their own responsibility”.
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