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artwork for Josh Ritter album "Hello Starling"

Classic Americana Albums: Josh Ritter “Hello Starling”

November 10, 2021 Andrew Frolish 2

Josh Ritter’s early career was boosted by supporting The Frames on a tour in Ireland where he slowly built a reputation through word-of-mouth. As Ritter began to amass a following through these shows, former guitarist from […]

Video Premiere: Drunken Hearts “New Reseda”

November 10, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

This is how Americana should be performed. Singer-songwriter Andrew McConathy and his outstanding band Drunken Hearts have recorded a new video EP, ‘Wildfire Sessions’, which will be released one video at a time, beginning with ‘New […]

Video Premiere: Matt Patershuk “Turn the Radio Up”

November 9, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

Matt Patershuk’s latest single is about valuing what you have, the swift passage of time and making the most of time with loved ones. It’s gently beautiful, featuring engaging melody, excellent guitar-work and Patershuk’s characterful vocal, […]

Video: Houndmouth “Las Vegas”

November 8, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

Begin your week with an energetic, foot-tapping song from Houndmouth. When Matt Myers sings: “We came here to win // We didn’t come for the entertainment,” before he dons a crash helmet, it’s a moment of mad, […]

Exclusive AUK Mini-Gig: Roses & Revolutions

November 5, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

Over the last couple of years, we have been privileged to share a series of terrific mini-gig performances with our readers. Seeing these great artists connecting with music-lovers, from their home to ours, has been especially […]

Can’t Live With It, Can’t Live Without It: Okkervil River

August 26, 2026 0

As the listener traverses the hills, mountains and valleys of Okkervil River’s albums, there are many treasures lying in wait. Some in plain sight, some hidden, others only to be discovered following repeated excursions. Navigating Down […]

Video Interview: Richard Olson of the Hanging Stars and Tim Prottey-Johns of the First Time Flyers on the Long Road Festival

August 26, 2026 0

Why musicians love the Long Road Festival. In preparation for Americana UK’s David Jarman‘s preview of the Long Road Festival, he interviewed Richard Olson of the Hanging Stars and Tim Prottey-Jones of the First Time Flyers. […]

Dusty Wright album Maximus Americanus 2026

Dusty Wright “Maximus Americanus”

August 26, 2026 0

An entertaining homage to americana music reminds us of the breathtaking scope of the genre. Self-described as an homage to americana music, Dusty Wright’s latest album offers a smorgasbord of nods to the genre. It would […]

Articles by Andrew Frolish

Classic Americana Albums: Josh Ritter “Hello Starling”

Video Premiere: Drunken Hearts “New Reseda”

Video Premiere: Matt Patershuk “Turn the Radio Up”

Video: Houndmouth “Las Vegas”

Exclusive AUK Mini-Gig: Roses & Revolutions

Can’t Live With It, Can’t Live Without It: Okkervil River

Video Interview: Richard Olson of the Hanging Stars and Tim Prottey-Johns of the First Time Flyers on the Long Road Festival

Dusty Wright “Maximus Americanus”

Live Review: Cambridge Folk Festival, Cherry Hinton Hall, Cambridge – 1st-2nd August 2026

Ferris & Sylvester “It’s A Joy To Be Alive”