2026 – Page 199 – Americana UK

Soulful Joyann Parker to release her fourth album at the end of March

February 2, 2026 Richard Parkinson 0

Midwest singer-songwriter Joyann Parker will be releasing her latest album “Life Lines” on 27th March 2026. Blessed with a strong expressive voice in a blues / R&B vein, Parker’s previous albums have achieved some success reaching […]

Sassparilla “Honey, I’m Using Again”

February 2, 2026 Helen Jones 0

Some tough but real subjects feature in this set of songs, which are the perfect fit for Sassparilla’s signature blend of punk spirit meets americana. For Sassparilla frontman and songwriter Kevin Blackwell, there is one lyric […]

Sounds from beyond the Shed 219 “Nothing to see here”

February 2, 2026 Keith Hargreaves 0

I said in last week’s column that I was attending the AUK Writers weekend in Buxton this last weekend. I also said that what happens in Buxton generally stays in Buxton. And therefore, I must report […]

The Sky Chiefs “Engines” – start me up

February 2, 2026 Jonathan Aird 0

The Sky Chiefs are setting up to release their self-titled debut album, which will be out on February 13th. They are, though, more than worthy of attention because they consist of a duo already known in […]

Video: Howling Bells “Melbourne” – my house is now a hip café

February 2, 2026 Andrew Frolish 0

‘Melbourne’ is the new single from Australian trio Howling Bells, comprised of vocalist and guitarist Juanita Stein, her brother and guitarist Joel Stein and drummer Glenn Moule. While the rhythm and guitar is insistent and the […]

Can’t Live With It, Can’t Live Without It: Peter Case

July 22, 2026 0

First things first, Peter Case has had a long and distinguished career and judging by the quality of his latest releases, he shows no signs of slowing down. By last count, as a solo artist, he’s […]

Album cover artwork for "Bury Deep My Heart" by Owen Lake and the Tragic Loves

Owen Lake and the Tragic Loves “Bury Deep My Heart”

July 22, 2026 0

Old-time country with dark and passionate words given a modern update with electronica. Owen Lake is the alter ego of Jeff Snyder, Director of Electronic Music at Princeton, and Bury Deep My Heart is his second […]

Album artwork for Andrew Farriss' album The Prospector

Andrew Farriss “The Prospector”

July 22, 2026 0

Disappointing second album from former INXS legend-turned country strummer. Best known as the keyboard player for INXS, Andrew Fariss has been quietly carving out an Australiana solo career away from the spotlight and the stadiums played […]

Year: 2026

Soulful Joyann Parker to release her fourth album at the end of March

Sassparilla “Honey, I’m Using Again”

Sounds from beyond the Shed 219 “Nothing to see here”

The Sky Chiefs “Engines” – start me up

Video: Howling Bells “Melbourne” – my house is now a hip café

Can’t Live With It, Can’t Live Without It: Peter Case

Owen Lake and the Tragic Loves “Bury Deep My Heart”

Andrew Farriss “The Prospector”

Steve Robinson & Ed Woltil “I Won’t Let Go” – a jingle-jangle morning

Video Premiere: Bronwyn “Johnny Ray” (Live) – music to rattle your bones