June 2022 – Page 4 – Americana UK

Track Premiere: Nick Dittmeier & the Sawdusters “Things Are Getting Strange”

June 29, 2022 Jonathan Aird 0

Nick Dittmeier & the Sawdusters decided to try a new direction with their music rather than just going back to the “old normal” once they were able to get out and play music again. As Nick […]

Video: Michael Weston King “The Final Reel”

June 29, 2022 Andrew Frolish 0

Michael Weston King’s recent album – his first solo release in ten years – is a remarkable piece of work, notable for the quality of the songcraft and its inspiration in the soulful country sounds of […]

Interview: Rod Picott on his life’s mission to become the best songwriter he can

June 28, 2022 Martin Johnson 0

How a throwaway remark by Jason Isbell changed Rod Picott from a tenor to a baritone. Rod Picott grew up in South Berwick, Maine, and originally worked in the construction industry. However, he knew he wanted […]

Sammy Kay “Letter To My Former Self” – here’s how it went kid.

June 28, 2022 Jonathan Aird 0

New Jersey born Sammy Kay is a punk-rock-folk-troubadour, with a vocal style that defines gruff, with just a hint of Tom Waits. And he has a new virtual single out, which includes today’s song which reflects […]

Small Venue Heroes: Danny George Wilson

June 28, 2022 Alan Fitter 0

Recently an email popped into my in-box from AUK Features Editor Clint West telling me it was my turn to write the ‘Small Venue Heroes’ article. Now I have to admit I’d forgotten all about this […]