2023 – Page 274 – Americana UK

Essentials: The Top 10 Byrds songs

April 20, 2023 Ljubinko Zivkovic 3

Even the most casual followers of americana are aware of the importance The Byrds had on the genre, even though formally they released ‘only’ 12 official albums. And among those, even the weaker ones, like ‘Dr. […]

Track Premiere: Firewoodisland “Looking For Love”

April 20, 2023 Jonathan Aird 0

Bristol based folktronica duo Firewoodisland are Stian Vedøy, who hails from Norway, and Abi Eleri who is Welsh. Together the duo make a modern folk sound – leaning towards the poppier end of that genre. It’s […]

Jerry Leger “Latent Uncovers”

April 20, 2023 Tim Martin 0

Intriguing covers choices given a respectful, energetic make over. The Cowboy Junkies have a an interesting way with choices of cover versions and have recorded a couple of EPs and albums of them. They have now […]

Classic Townes Van Zandt record to finally get vinyl release

April 20, 2023 Emily Dongray 0

For the first time, Townes Van Zandt’s Grammy-nominated posthumous 1999 release ‘A Far Cry From Dead‘ will see a vinyl release. Van Zandt recorded the vocal and guitar takes for the album from the late 80s […]

Nichols & Phillips “Three Fools”

April 20, 2023 John Jenkins 0

An album which fans of the lighter end of the americana spectrum will enjoy immensely. This album was recorded in Wales but you would be forgiven if you thought it was recorded in sunny California. It’s […]

“Doggone” it … Jeffrey Silverstein announces a new album

June 29, 2026 0

Jeffrey Silverstein has announced Doggone, his new album, is set for release on 23rd October via UK label Full Time Hobby. Meeting at the intersection of the loner-folk, cosmic country, and kraut-laden choogle, Silverstein is a […]

Cover art for Jolene Marie album "Sun Creek"

Jolene Marie “Sun Creek”

June 29, 2026 0

Calgary singer-songwriter delivers ten vignettes that explore the intertwining of desire and despair on this excellent debut album. Jolene Marie is not an artist comfortable in the spotlight. With a generally private and reserved persona, she […]

Shooter Jennings to put out second album of father Waylon’s legacy

June 29, 2026 0

Shooter Jennings has announced the release of Diamonds, a new album of previously unheard songs by his father, Waylon Jennings. Physical copies (CDs, LPs, Cassettes) and downloads of Diamonds will be in stores on 13th November […]

Year: 2023

Essentials: The Top 10 Byrds songs

Track Premiere: Firewoodisland “Looking For Love”

Jerry Leger “Latent Uncovers”

Classic Townes Van Zandt record to finally get vinyl release

Nichols & Phillips “Three Fools”

“Doggone” it … Jeffrey Silverstein announces a new album

Jolene Marie “Sun Creek”

Shooter Jennings to put out second album of father Waylon’s legacy

For the Sake of the Song: Elles Bailey “Starling”

Tramp for the Lord “Seven Clouds of Joy”