2020 – Page 90 – Americana UK

William Elliot Whitmore “I’m With You” (Bloodshot Records, 2020)

October 12, 2020 Paul Campbell 0

William Elliott Whitmore’s ‘I’m With You’ is his first release of original material since 2015’s “Radium Death (ANTI-)”, and features energetic banjo playing, stomping bass drum sounds and some neat fiddle playing. The most representative song […]

Video: Michael Bernard Fitzgerald “Good Plates (Live)”

October 12, 2020 Andrew Frolish 0

Michael Bernard Fitzgerald starts and ends this hushed outdoor performance with a smile and gentle laugh, adding an even greater sense of intimacy to a song that already feels sonically and lyrically personal. The camera pans […]

Peter Bruntnell Trio, Caroline St. Social Club, Saltaire, 27th September 2020

October 12, 2020 Guy Lincoln 3

AKA – Live music returns, how was it for you? So it came to pass that on a chilly late Sunday afternoon, we tentatively headed for Saltaire with a sense of expectation not felt for some […]

Bob Hillman “Inside and Terrified” (Lap Cat Music, 2020)

October 12, 2020 Diccon Johnston 0

It is still novel to see songwriting directly addressing our experiences surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic and its relationship with the rapidly changing natural environment. ‘Inside and Terrified’ was home-recorded over a six month period during lockdown […]

Malin Pettersen “Wildhorse” (Die With Your Boots On, 2020)

October 12, 2020 Tyler Davies 1

Norway has not traditionally been the birthplace of Americana musicians. Yet former Lucky Lips singer Malin Pettersen has been recognised as an established talent in the world of Nordicana and has most definitely made waves in […]

“Doggone” it … Jeffrey Silverstein announces a new album

June 29, 2026 0

Jeffrey Silverstein has announced Doggone, his new album, is set for release on 23rd October via UK label Full Time Hobby. Meeting at the intersection of the loner-folk, cosmic country, and kraut-laden choogle, Silverstein is a […]

Cover art for Jolene Marie album "Sun Creek"

Jolene Marie “Sun Creek”

June 29, 2026 0

Calgary singer-songwriter delivers ten vignettes that explore the intertwining of desire and despair on this excellent debut album. Jolene Marie is not an artist comfortable in the spotlight. With a generally private and reserved persona, she […]

Shooter Jennings to put out second album of father Waylon’s legacy

June 29, 2026 0

Shooter Jennings has announced the release of Diamonds, a new album of previously unheard songs by his father, Waylon Jennings. Physical copies (CDs, LPs, Cassettes) and downloads of Diamonds will be in stores on 13th November […]

Year: 2020

William Elliot Whitmore “I’m With You” (Bloodshot Records, 2020)

Video: Michael Bernard Fitzgerald “Good Plates (Live)”

Peter Bruntnell Trio, Caroline St. Social Club, Saltaire, 27th September 2020

Bob Hillman “Inside and Terrified” (Lap Cat Music, 2020)

Malin Pettersen “Wildhorse” (Die With Your Boots On, 2020)

“Doggone” it … Jeffrey Silverstein announces a new album

Jolene Marie “Sun Creek”

Shooter Jennings to put out second album of father Waylon’s legacy

For the Sake of the Song: Elles Bailey “Starling”

Tramp for the Lord “Seven Clouds of Joy”