September 2021 – Page 14

Video Premiere: Karen Jonas “Summer’s Hard for Love”

September 21, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

Just as the summer seems to be drawing to a close, Karen Jonas lifts us with a video that sees her walking amongst beautiful sunflowers as the sun slowly sets. The dreamy, atmospheric video accompanies a […]

Jeff Tweedy records cover of Ted Lasso theme – Listen

September 20, 2021 Mark Whitfield 0

Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy has released his own version of the theme song for Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso which was originally written and recorded by Marcus Mumford. Tweedy’s version appears on the episode that premiered […]

The Raving Beauties “This Is The Train”

September 20, 2021 Cam Fraser 0

Brighton’s retro-style janglers, The Raving Beauties, unfurl some sun-drenched, harmony-laden guitar pop on, ‘This Is The Train‘, ahead of a new album, ‘Over Yonder‘, out later this year. With summer drifting to an end, the Brighton-based […]

John Murry announces UK tour

September 20, 2021 Emily Dongray 0

After four years, John Murry is back with his third album and will be touring this side of the Atlantic thanks to his move to Ireland. Support comes from the multi-instrumentalists Mostar Diving Club. John Murry’s […]

Serious Sam Barrett “The Seeds Of Love”

September 20, 2021 Lyndon Bolton 0

“Proper folk” from the Yorkshire Dales to Appalachia. A long-held aim of Yorkshire folk artist Serious Sam Barrett’s has been to make a “proper folk album”. Those familiar with his music would not hesitate to attach […]

RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Kasey Chambers - The Captain
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Ratboys - Singin’ to an Empty Chair
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Third World - Journey to Addis
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Rosanne Cash - The River & the Thread (vinyl) Jes...
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Drive-By Truckers - Pizza Deliverance
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Guy Clark - Keepers
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Jerry Jeff Walker - Cowboy Boots and Bathin’ Suits
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Jimmy Buffett - A1A
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Chris Knight - Chris Knight
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Essentials: The Top 10 Songs from Season Three of “The Bear”

March 26, 2026 0

As we await the outcome of our search for the Best Americana Song Of All Time, Dean Nardi kicks off the return of our popular Essentials series with a light-hearted look at the songs that pepper […]

Brown Horse “Total Dive”

March 26, 2026 0

Another stellar offering from a band with a burgeoning reputation. Norfolk’s Brown Horse is a band that is nothing if not prolific. Total Dive is the band’s third album in as many years. That productivity probably […]

Brudi Brothers to release new EP and KEXP session

March 26, 2026 0

Mom and Pop Music artists The Brudi Brothers have announced the release of a new EP titled Dark & Stormy on April 17th. In celebration of the release, vaunted Seattle radio station KEXP has aired The […]

Interviews

Interview: Michael Timmins on “More Acoustic Junk”, Cowboy Junkies and, well… other Mike stuff

March 25, 2026 0

A few months ago, we got an album of more (acoustic) junk from the Junkies. Okay, that is a horrible image. Better start over. Michael Timmins, along with siblings Margo and Peter, and Alan Anton, the […]

Interviews

Interview: Bob Lind on “It Oughta Be Easy”

March 12, 2026 0

Folk icon talks life, hope, and his 2026 record. Bob Lind recently released his fourth studio album of new material in the past fourteen years, “It Oughta Be Easy,” a characteristically literate, introspective, and often humorous […]

Interviews

Video Interview: Dave Alvin on The Third Mind’s “Spellbinder”

March 11, 2026 2

While Dave Alvin is regarded as one of the greats of American roots music, his taste in music and his own music from the Blasters onwards has included hints of his musical eclecticism. Evidently, he always […]

Album Reviews

Honey Cellar “Borders”

August 4, 2022 0

Definitely one for traditionalists. There are no passengers in the five-piece, Chicago-based, Honey Cellar. Instead, all members have multiple roles, enabling them to switch lead vocals and vary harmonies, keeping the sound bright and fresh; Joey […]

Features

AmericanaFest UK 2020 Conference Showcase preview – part three

January 22, 2020 0

The AMAUK conference is now into its fifth year. One of the highlights of the conference is the two nights of showcases which take place before the awards ceremony on 28th/29th January featuring the best of […]

Album Reviews

Lydia Ramsey “Bandita” (Independent, 2017)

September 8, 2017 0

Recently seen in the UK as a solo performer touring with Joe Purdy, Lydia Ramsey’s debut album Bandita is an enticing combination of folk and country that sparkles as modern Americana. Here backed by a full […]

Month: September 2021

Video Premiere: Karen Jonas “Summer’s Hard for Love”

Jeff Tweedy records cover of Ted Lasso theme – Listen

The Raving Beauties “This Is The Train”

John Murry announces UK tour

Serious Sam Barrett “The Seeds Of Love”

Essentials: The Top 10 Songs from Season Three of “The Bear”

Brown Horse “Total Dive”

Brudi Brothers to release new EP and KEXP session

Exclusive AUK Mini-Gig: Satellite Inn

Revitalised Hanging Stars return with their sixth album and an extensive UK tour