2023 – Page 45 – Americana UK

Video Premiere: Charlotte Morris “Love Ain’t Real”

November 14, 2023 Andrew Frolish 0

Music should have an emotional impact. It should move you. With her latest single, Charlotte Morris offers a direct and open-hearted autobiographical song about the effect of a relationship unravelling on the innocent children involved. ‘Love […]

Americana Vinyl Treasures: Various Artists “The Tape With No Name”

November 13, 2023 Guy Lincoln 3

For many, in its 70s and 80s heyday, the New Musical Express was a profound force in shaping their musical DNA. Its championing of the snotty nosed punk brats and its ensuing devotion to the new […]

Various Artists “Sonny Don’t Go Away: A Tribute To Ron Hynes”

November 13, 2023 Darren Lumbroso 0

Wonderful tribute to underrated Canadian singer-songwriter. Ron Hynes was a legend in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada; seen by many as its unofficial poet laureate. In November 2015, he passed away aged 64 as a result of […]

Oliver James Brooks “How’s It Goin'” – the ups and downs of life

November 13, 2023 Mark Whitfield 0

Here’s a new song by Toronto-based singer-songwriter Oliver James Brooks. Following the October 20th release of his latest single, Brooks has released the music video for ‘How It’s Goin’, taken from his forthcoming album ‘In A […]

For the Sake of the Song: Paul Brady “Nothing But the Same Old Story”

November 13, 2023 Andy Davidson 0

“We knew we had something special here” Paul Brady’s words from his autobiography ‘Crazy Dreams’ (Merrion Press 2022) describing the closing song on his album ‘Hard Station’ (1981). Paul Brady is now 76 and very much […]

RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
The The - Hanky Panky (vinyl)
By Peter Thompson , 1 day ago
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The Chicks - Taking the Long Way (local streaming)
By Peter Thompson , 4 days ago
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Far From Saints - Far From Saints (vinyl)
By Peter Thompson , 2 weeks ago
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Ryan Adams - The Suicide Handbook (vinyl)
By Peter Thompson , 2 weeks ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Mudcrutch - Mudcrutch (vinyl)
By Peter Thompson , 2 weeks ago
RE: There's no future in nostalgia
Stonehenge was a fucking mess every time but it was a b...
By Keith Hargreaves , 2 weeks ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Great shout John I’m new here -Gil Scott Heron wh...
By Keith Hargreaves , 2 weeks ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Neil Young - Citizen Kane Jr
By John , 2 weeks ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Clarence White would have been 82 today. A little remin...
By Martin Johnson , 3 weeks ago

Video Premiere: Maya de Vitry “Nobody Else”

June 26, 2026 0

Nobody Else is the latest single from Nashville-based musician Maya de Vitry. The lush, layered arrangement features Jo Schornikow’s sustained keys and twisting, bending notes of pedal steel from Spencer Cullum, sounding both sweetly melodic and […]

Rising Appalachia at FloydeFesr, Floyd, Virginia 22 nd July 2010

Essentials: The top 10 Essential Americana Live Albums

June 25, 2026 1

We experience music typically either at a show or on record. The live album is the device by which artists and labels attempt to bridge the two. The types of live album vary. There are shows […]

artwork for Dallas Good, Richard Reed Parry album "were The Watchtowers"

Dallas Good, Richard Reed Parry “Were “The Watchtowers””

June 25, 2026 2

A poignant final act from Dallas Good in collaboration with Richard Reed Parry, leaving us with a melancholic album, beautiful, sad and thought-provoking. There’s something quietly arresting about this new record by Dallas Good and Richard […]

Interviews

Interview: Matt Patershuk writes songs for the small moments we all share

June 24, 2026 1

As an animal lover and caretaker of horses, dogs and cats, the latest album from Canadian singer-songwriter Matt Patershuk certainly caught my attention. Dog Tiger Horses on Red Hen Records (2025) is green as grass, country-folk […]

Interviews

Video Interview: Susto’s Justin Osbourne on Susto Stringband

June 18, 2026 0

Susto are an American indie band who have managed to build their own following with their individual take on alt-country and americana that reflects the fact that they were formed in Charleston, South Carolina. Justin Osbourne […]

Interviews

Interview: Tinsley Ellis brings the good word acoustically nowadays

June 17, 2026 0

In 2025, Tinsley Ellis returned to the deep roots of the blues after the success of his previous album, Naked Truth (Alligator Records, 2024). There are many different styles of playing wrapped up in his music, […]

Album Reviews

Luna Waves “Seafoam Dream (Part 1)” (Independent, 2018)

July 20, 2018 0

Luna Waves is the moniker adopted by singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire, Rob Muir and the first part of his two album release ‘Seafoam Dream’ is due for release at the end of this month, with the […]

Album Reviews

Winterpills “This Is How We Dance”

January 8, 2026 1

Mighty Massachusetts outfit return to deliver a killer set. There’s something really special about a Winterpills album. Really special. The combination of exquisite songwriting, mixing male and female vocals perfectly, near perfect musicianship and a stunning […]

News

Charlie Parr to tour UK next month

April 28, 2022 0

Minnesotan legend Charlie Parr has announced his upcoming tour, including fifteen dates starting in Bristol on May the 4th. The series of gigs promote his most recent album, ‘Last of the Better Days Ahead‘. This, his […]

Year: 2023

Video Premiere: Charlotte Morris “Love Ain’t Real”

Americana Vinyl Treasures: Various Artists “The Tape With No Name”

Various Artists “Sonny Don’t Go Away: A Tribute To Ron Hynes”

Oliver James Brooks “How’s It Goin'” – the ups and downs of life

For the Sake of the Song: Paul Brady “Nothing But the Same Old Story”

Video Premiere: Maya de Vitry “Nobody Else”

Essentials: The top 10 Essential Americana Live Albums

Dallas Good, Richard Reed Parry “Were “The Watchtowers””

Preview: Everywhere At Once festival at 400+ grass roots venues this weekend

The Long Ryders ride into a town near you in October!