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Month: October 2021

Album Reviews

The Greatest Endangered Thing “And You, And Me”

October 25, 2021 Lyndon Bolton 0
Indie folk reflections from the natural world. Any artist will have a story to tell about creating music during a pandemic. Many found themselves having to adjust their plans very drastically from groups to something much […]
Videos

Video: Carson McHone “Hawks Don’t Share”

October 25, 2021 Jonathan Aird 0
Carson McHone’s new single ‘Hawks Don’t Share‘ was recorded with Ontario’s Daniel Romano, and is a literary allusion to the creative sabotage that often confronts artistic alliances.   A pair of sparring electric guitars sets the scene, […]
AUK's Chain Gang

AUK’s Chain Gang: Johnny Cash “Cocaine Blues”

October 25, 2021 Martin Johnson 0
Last week Lyndon Bolton opened up the world of Bear Family Records which left virtually unlimited options for this week’s AUK Chain Gang given their more than extensive roots music catalogue. However, for us music fans […]
Album Reviews

The Roomsounds “Good Company”

October 25, 2021 Rick Bayles 0
Solid album from Dallas/Fort Worth Rockers. According to their biography The Roomsounds, hailing from Dallas/Fort Worth, have drawn comparisons to Alex Chilton/Big Star, R.E.M, and Tom Petty. Listening to “Good Company”, their latest album release, it’s […]
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Charlie Parr announces UK dates for 2022

October 25, 2021 Mark Whitfield 0
With his critically acclaimed new album ‘Last of the Better Days Ahead’ now available on LP as well as CD and digital formats, US folk legend Charlie Parr has announced a 2022 European Tour, including an […]

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The Legendary Trainhoppers “A Conspiracy of Ravens”

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More People Really Should Know About: Erik Koskinen

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Cajun Corner – Summer 2026

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Jeffrey Halford and The Healers “Used Parts”

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Fanny Lumsden brings her Traditions to the fore with her new album

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Album Reviews

The Legendary Trainhoppers “A Conspiracy of Ravens”

August 11, 2026 0
The new Legendary Trainhoppers is a foray into studied presence and simple things cherished Indiana based band The Legendary Trainhoppers have been at it since their 2006 release, Ramble On. This latest release, A Conspiracy of […]
Erik Koskinen - press photo
Features

More People Really Should Know About: Erik Koskinen

August 11, 2026 0
America’s 250th birthday was a low key affair for me, although my updated Spotify Independence Day playlist – ‘USA 250’ – received some airtime. Joining the usual suspects on this quintessential semiquincentennial version were some new […]
Cajun Corner

Cajun Corner – Summer 2026

August 11, 2026 0
Some new activity from two of the most active record labels keeping Cajun and Zydeco music alive and well. First up we have a new album from Bonsoir, Catin a female-powered Cajun band from Southwest Louisiana, […]

  • The Legendary Trainhoppers “A Conspiracy of Ravens”
  • More People Really Should Know About: Erik Koskinen
  • Cajun Corner – Summer 2026
  • Jeffrey Halford and The Healers “Used Parts”
  • Fanny Lumsden brings her Traditions to the fore with her new album
  • Seasick Steve “Bootstraps” – won’t lift ya’ no more
  • Video Premiere: Kaz Murphy “Making Noise”
  • For The Sake Of The Song: Willie Nelson “Seven Spanish Angels”
  • Chris Pierce “Songs for the Heavy Hearted”
  • Margo Cilker unveils her “Little White Cross” for October
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Interview: Juana Everett is setting herself free

August 7, 2026 0
At once nostalgic travelogue, introspective head-trip, and rootsy showcase, Madrid-born Juana Everett’s second album should be her breakthrough record. Past Lives in California swims headfirst through the murky waters of transit, both literal and metaphysical. Bring […]
Interviews

Video Interview: Aaron Lee Tasjan on “Get Over It, Underdog” and Todd Snider

August 4, 2026 0
Nashville East resident Aaron Lee Tasjan has long been a favourite of Americana UK, and with 12 albums to his name, including his latest Get Over It, Underdog, and approaching 40, he is no longer the […]
Interviews

Video Interview: American Aquarium’s BJ Barham finds “New Ways To Lose”

July 29, 2026 0
American Aquarium appear to be on a creative roll with their latest album, New Ways To Lose, getting great reviews even though it is their twentieth album in as many years. Added to this is the […]

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More People Really Should Know About: Noelie McDonnell

July 15, 2025 0
It’s always a thrill when you get in on an artist right at the start of their career, and are able to follow their progress over years. One such (for your writer) is Ireland’s Noelie McDonnell, […]
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Jon and Roy “The Road Ahead Is Golden” (Blue Heron Music, 2017)

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Jon and Roy is perhaps the most understated name for a duo or a band: it suggests modesty and a certain lack of pretension. And that’s exactly what they deliver, simple songs performed simply with a […]

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