2025 – Page 126 – Americana UK

Video: Amanda Shires “Piece of Mind”

September 10, 2025 Andrew Frolish 0

Here’s the latest release from GRAMMY Award-winning Amanda Shires. ‘Piece of Mind’ is full of raw, emotional energy, which is evident in the gritty guitar and in Shire’s urgent fiddle and heartfelt words. It’s a song […]

Interview: Gill Tee, Co-Founder, and Chris Russell-Fish, Managing Director of the Black Deer Festival

September 9, 2025 Andrew Frolish 0

The Black Deer Festival has become a standout fixture in the UK’s Americana and roots music scene, celebrated for its eclectic line-ups, intimate atmosphere, and commitment to both emerging and established artists. In October 2025, Black […]

Judy Blank “Big Mood”

September 9, 2025 Helen Jones 0

An Americana backbone runs through a set of catchy, cross-genre songs. There are many ways people fall in love with Americana, but for Netherlands native Judy Blank, her appreciation of the genre came about through classic […]

After fourteen years, Jesse Sykes & The Sweet Hereafter return with new album

September 9, 2025 Richard Parkinson 0

Jesse Sykes & The Sweet Hereafter have announced the release their first new album since 2011’s “Marble Son” “Forever, I’ve Been Being Born” will be out on 28th November 2025 via Ideologic Organ in Europe/UK/Asia/South America […]

More People Really Should Know About: Big in Iowa

September 9, 2025 Tim Martin 5

Update 17/10/2025 Since this article was published we have had messages to let us know that both Bob Burns and David “Rick” House have passed away. The latter just a few days ago. So this piece […]

RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Ashley McBryde - Wild (vinyl)
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Liz stringer ‘ first time really feeling’Melbourne song...
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@paul-villers Those versions keep coming
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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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The Delines at Rough Trade East 7th May 2022

Essentials: The Top 10 songs by The Delines

May 14, 2026 0

Those sufficiently long in the tooth may remember Margaret Thatcher’s purported praise of senior Conservative Party politician William Whitelaw: “Every prime minister needs a Willie”. For americana enthusiasts, their Willy could well be a Vlautin, songwriter […]

Interview: Daniel Tashian on being a reluctant band leader and the joys of songwriting collaborations

May 14, 2026 0

Daniel Tashian is a legend in Nashville. He’s a deeply respected songwriter, he’s a solo artist with six albums to his name, he’s been in two superb bands, and he’s the go-to guy when you want […]

Thin Lear “Many Disappeared”

May 14, 2026 0

Thin Lear’s tales of death and loss sweetened by delectable pop melodies. New York-based Matt Longo, aka Thin Lear, grew up writing short stories, and that narrative style pervades his Many Disappeared album. Longo says he […]

Year: 2025

Video: Amanda Shires “Piece of Mind”

Interview: Gill Tee, Co-Founder, and Chris Russell-Fish, Managing Director of the Black Deer Festival

Judy Blank “Big Mood”

After fourteen years, Jesse Sykes & The Sweet Hereafter return with new album

More People Really Should Know About: Big in Iowa

Essentials: The Top 10 songs by The Delines

Interview: Daniel Tashian on being a reluctant band leader and the joys of songwriting collaborations

Thin Lear “Many Disappeared”

Live Review: Albert Lee, Union Chapel, London – 7th May 2026

Angelo De Augustine “Angel In Plainclothes”