April 2021 – Page 31 – Americana UK

AUK’s Chain Gang: Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band “Against The Wind”

April 7, 2021 Jim Finnie 4

Last week my colleague Tim Newby wrote a great piece on Billy Strings which finished with a live version of ‘Oh, the Wind and Rain’ and now being tasked with continuing the chain it seemed an […]

Rosali “Mouth” – Listen

April 7, 2021 Jonathan Aird 0

“Doesn’t it remind you of love? Doesn’t it feel like that?” sings Rosali, but don’t be fooled, there’s too much darkness for this to be truly a song about love. You could swear that it’s pirouetting […]

Video Premiere: David Starr “Angel from Montgomery”

April 7, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

It is hard to believe that a year has passed since the legendary John Prine died and it’s a fitting tribute to premiere this excellent cover of one of Prine’s greatest songs. Following his well-received album ‘Beauty […]

Interview: Rod Abernethy on his multiple careers and Bob Dylan Song award

April 6, 2021 Martin Johnson 2

How entering an LA TV talent show inadvertently delayed a career as an acoustic guitar playing singer-songwriter If I asked who has heard of Rod Abernethy then it wouldn’t be too surprising if most UK readers […]

Eric Stracener “Ocean Springs”

April 6, 2021 Jim Finnie 0

A gentle and languid laid-back album that should leave you mellow and stress-free. Mississippi-based singer-songwriter Eric Stracener is back with the release of a new album in the shape of the neatly formed ‘Ocean Springs’. His […]

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. […]

Album Reviews

Riley Moore “Vagrant” (Independent, 2018)

July 27, 2018 0

Nashville native, Riley Moore’s world travels have inspired his new album ‘Vagrant,’ which reflects on his experiences and his musical influences. The album pays tribute to Bob Dylan, who is a clear inspiration for the singer-songwriter, on […]

Videos

Video: John Smith “Hold On”

May 4, 2021 0

Here is the latest single from John Smith, taken from his outstanding new album ‘The Fray’. The video, directed by Chris “MUG5” Maguire and Nastassja Simone with riot.nyc, was filmed in Wales, the scenic locations matching […]

Tracks

The Sheepdogs “Nobody But You” – how did we get here, again?

October 8, 2025 0

Here’s a thought we’ve floated a few times before – the best Southern Rock comes from Canada, and amongst Canadian protagonists, there’s no one who really touches The Sheepdogs. Why should this be? Well, through all […]

Month: April 2021