October 2023 – Page 7

Classic Americana Albums: Viktor Krauss “Far From Enough”

October 25, 2023 Tim Martin 0

When you can assemble a band that includes Jerry Douglas, Bill Frisell, drummer Steve Jordan (Charlie Watts chosen successor in The Rolling Stones) and Alison Krauss, even if the latter is your sister, then you must […]

Chris Brain “Steady Away”

October 25, 2023 Cam Fraser 0

A rising star in the English folk scene surpasses expectations with his second album. Chris Brain has already established himself on the English folk scene with a very well-received debut album and as a powerhouse behind […]

Previously unheard 1973 live album from Gram Parsons & The Fallen Angels set to be released on Record Store Day

October 25, 2023 Paul Kerr 3

Fifty years after Gram Parsons’ passing, Amoeba Music and Polly Parsons (Gram’s daughter) have announced the release of a special two-LP live recording from Gram Parsons and the Fallen Angels titled ‘The Last Roundup: Live from […]

Daniel Gadd “About Strange Lands and People”

October 25, 2023 Rick Thorn 0

Dreamy introspective folk. The new album by Daniel Gadd has a very distinctive sense to it. It feels very reflective. almost worthy, as if listening to it will do you good. Gadd is in his early […]

Jerry Leger “Donlands”

October 25, 2023 Martin Johnson 2

Darkness can lead to an uplifting experience in the hands of a master songwriter. Jerry Leger has long been considered one of the best Canadian songwriters, and he has worked with many of his fellow countrymen, […]

RE: Versions!
@paul-villers Those versions keep coming
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RE: What are you watching at the moment?
Just binged "Legends" - a British drama on Netflix abou...
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Radio Paradise's Mellow Mix whilst on a bit of a drive
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Amy Grant The 6th of January (Yasgur’s Farm): time for ...
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The Lone Bellow - The Lone Bellow (vinyl)
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XTC - A Coat of Many Cupboards (excerpts...it's a 4 CD ...
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@andyshort Yes, it makes a refreshing change from artis...
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RE: My First Record Player
I had a Rotel amp and turntable too until the buttons s...
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@peterthompson When Ryan Adams string breaks during Bar...
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For The Sake Of The Song: Joni Mitchell “Woodstock”

May 11, 2026 0

The Woodstock festival held in 1969 at Yasgur’s farm, Bethel, New York, is one of those truly emblematic moments in the history of contemporary music, and indeed in the birth of americana. And of course it’s […]

I’m Kingfisher “Give Up Together”

May 11, 2026 0

Nordic americana with a slightly heavier tinge. I’m Kingfisher is the alter ego of Swedish singer-songwriter Thomas Jonsson. Give Up Together is his sixth album under that guise and comes three years after his last release, […]

AUK Mini-Gigs

Exclusive AUK Mini-Gig: Igloo Hearts

May 11, 2026 0

Igloo Hearts are James and Katie MacGregor, a married folk-pop duo from North Wales. For our next AUK mini-gig, they kindly agreed to share some of their latest songs with our readers and viewers. Since appearing […]

Month: October 2023

Classic Americana Albums: Viktor Krauss “Far From Enough”

Chris Brain “Steady Away”

Previously unheard 1973 live album from Gram Parsons & The Fallen Angels set to be released on Record Store Day

Daniel Gadd “About Strange Lands and People”

Jerry Leger “Donlands”

For The Sake Of The Song: Joni Mitchell “Woodstock”

I’m Kingfisher “Give Up Together”

Exclusive AUK Mini-Gig: Igloo Hearts

The Krickets “If You Only Knew”

Sounds from beyond the Shed 230 “Travel – a necessary luxury”