May 2023 – Page 23 – Americana UK

Live Review: Aldous Harding + H. Hawkline, The Barbican, London, 28th April 2023

May 12, 2023 Jonathan Aird 0

There was a moment in the closing encore ‘Swell Does the Skull’, when Aldous Harding sings “I don’t want to be a sinner,” that the brain, ever alert for double meanings and enigmatic obliquities, decides that […]

Shirley Collins announces album and shares new song

May 12, 2023 Emily Dongray 0

Shirley Collins has announced her third album on Domino Records’ , Archangel Hill‘ will be released on May 26th. The MBE-decorated folk legend is known for her work with her sister Dolly during the second folk […]

Michael Jerome Brown "Gettin' Together" album cover

Michael Jerome Browne “Gettin’ Together”

May 12, 2023 Andy Davidson 0

Sincere imitation from a distinguished musician and some virtuoso friends. Michael Jerome Browne’s promo describes him as a musician’s musician. A blues archivist and knowledgeable on all points that connect American Roots Music. When he isn’t […]

Angela Petrilli “Ghost Inside A Frame” – missing a friend

May 12, 2023 Jonathan Aird 0

Angela Petrilli was, with Jenny Pagliaro, half of the duo Roses and Cigarettes who were getting some attention a few years ago , including praise from the likes of Jim Lauderdale. In one of those unpleasant […]

Video: Leftover Salmon feat. Billy Strings “Blue Railroad Train”

May 12, 2023 Andrew Frolish 0

Lovely rhythms. Lovely tune. The new single from Colorado-based Leftover Salmon and Billy Strings is an Americana delight. In particular, the layered vocals are superb with Drew Emmitt and Vince Herman harmonising perfectly with Strings. The […]