September 2020 – Page 28

Video: Diana DeMuth “Into My Arms”

September 9, 2020 Andrew Frolish 0

Here is the fourth single from Diana DeMuth, taken from upcoming album ‘Misadventure’. Most notable for a wonderful, uplifting chorus, ‘Into My Arms’ features Wesley Shultz of The Lumineers, with whom DeMuth should have been touring […]

Ben Bedford “Portraits” (Cavalier Recordings, 2020)

September 9, 2020 Mark Johnson 0

“I hope this retrospective proves to be an enjoyable introduction for the uninitiate, as well as a satisfying listening experience for the long-time fan.” So writes Mr Ben Bedford himself, succinctly self-reviewing. That his prose flows […]

Jim White returns with new album, single – Listen

September 9, 2020 Mark Whitfield 0

Americana stalwart Jim White is back and has confirmed the release of his “most upbeat, hallucinogenic record to date”, ‘Misfit’s Jubilee’, set for release on 30th October via our friends over at Loose. To accompany the […]

Steve Hartsoe “Gaslighted” (Independent, 2020)

September 9, 2020 Gordon Sharpe 0

Steve Hartsoe’s new EP, ‘Gaslighted’, comes straight through the front door without opening it, not bothering to knock or wipe its feet. The vocals are as gritty as they come, the solos on the money and […]

Izzy Heltai “Songbird” – Listen

September 9, 2020 Jonathan Aird 0

Izzy Heltai will release his debut album ‘Father‘ on October 9th, and this is the second single getting an advance release from it. ‘Songbird‘ is a questioning song – to stay or to go, does it […]

Promo photo for Jack Barksdale EP "Battleground"

AUK’s Monthly EP Round-Up – September 2026

September 23, 2026 1

It’s September already, and with it the first signs of Autumn’s “season of mists and mellow fruitfulness”, inviting us to bid a fond farewell to another year of outdoor festivals culminating in last weekend’s ‘Long Road’ at […]

Artwork for Lisa Bouchelle album "Vandals Thieves and Lovers"

Lisa Bouchelle “Vandals, Thieves and Lovers”

September 23, 2026 0

Classy vocals from Lisa Bouchelle are front and centre of a fine country soul collection, featuring Amanda Shires, with some unexpected twists. It’s always a pleasure as a reviewer to discover a new top vocalist – […]

Album art for Mac Cornish album "Wayfaring Woman"

Mac Cornish “Wayfaring Woman”

September 23, 2026 0

Californian singer reminds you of the days when country music was country music, and that’s no bad thing. Mac Cornish grew up on the eastern slopes of the Santa Cruz mountains in northern California, where she […]

Behind the Songs

Behind the Songs: Maya de Vitry – “All My Faith”

September 15, 2026 0

Behind the Songs: Maya de Vitry – “All My Faith”If you arrive at All My Faith looking for something that sounds like Gillian Welch, you might find your thirst briefly satiated by No Time to Rush, the final […]

Interviews

Interview: Adam Chaffins on what is great about flea markets, dive bars and trailer trash

August 28, 2026 1

As one of the most resourceful songwriters in americana, Adam Chaffins welcomes you to the latest from his wacky, witty world in Trailer Trash: Doublewide (Spirit Nashville Recordings, 2026), a collection of narratives about schemers, dive […]

Interviews

Video Interview: Richard Olson of the Hanging Stars and Tim Prottey-Johns of the First Time Flyers on the Long Road Festival

August 26, 2026 0

Why musicians love the Long Road Festival. In preparation for Americana UK’s David Jarman‘s preview of the Long Road Festival, he interviewed Richard Olson of the Hanging Stars and Tim Prottey-Jones of the First Time Flyers. […]

Videos

Video Premiere: Kye Alfred Hillig “Our Remaining Pig” – sometimes the hard thing is what must be done

February 4, 2026 0

Here is the outstanding new single from Tacoma, Washington songwriter Kye Alfred Hillig. ‘Our Remaining Pig’ is steeped in atmosphere, with beautifully arranged instrumental layers, including flourishes of keys over fuzzy bass, building tension throughout. Hillig’s […]

Videos

Video Premiere: Ella Clayton “Come Pass the Time” (live at Moonshot Studios)

January 24, 2025 0

East London’s Ella Clayton follows up song placements in BAFTA-winning film “Sweetheart” and Netflix’s interactive game “Dead Man’s Phone” with her latest single, “Come Pass the Time”. Here’s the premiere of the live recording from Moonshot […]

Album Reviews

Frank From Blue Velvet “Frank From Blue Velvet”

November 3, 2022 0

Bleak lyrics to a menacingly heavy roots sound. Frank From Blue Velvet sound as if they ply their trade deep in Appalachia so it comes as a surprise to learn they play the south coast pub […]

Month: September 2020