Andrew Frolish

Studio Life: Screaming Orphans

October 29, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

How turning old into new can lead to a 9/10 Americana UK review. Screaming Orphans are an Irish band of sisters who are known for their melodic mix of musical genres, fine musicianship and tireless touring. […]

Video Premiere: Keegan McInroe “Never Seen a Ghost”

October 29, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

The latest single from Fort Worth-based Keegan McInroe is a hauntingly dark tale, told through his fine narrative lyrics and a horrific, cinematic video, which we are pleased to premiere on Americana UK. Atop unsettling percussion […]

Video Premiere: Oliver James Brooks “Lead Foot”

October 28, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

Opening with rhythmic, fuzzy electric guitar unfolding in a slow, atmospheric rumble, the new single from Oliver James Brooks is a hypnotic song to get lost in. Written while sitting like a child in the backseat […]

Video: Ric Robertson “Anna Rose”

October 27, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

Lyrically, vocally and melodically beautiful, here is the latest single from Ric Robertson. The New Orleans-based singer-songwriter has created an achingly sad tale, based on the character of Anna Rose, who, “… spends her evenings on […]

Video Premiere: Mick Mullin “Small Black Gun”

October 26, 2021 Andrew Frolish 1

Mick Mullin possesses a fine storytelling voice, used to full effect in this dark, murderous narrative. ‘Small Black Gun’ was written as an answer to ‘Long Black Veil’, a song made famous by the great Johnny […]

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

Studio Life: Screaming Orphans

Video Premiere: Keegan McInroe “Never Seen a Ghost”

Video Premiere: Oliver James Brooks “Lead Foot”

Video: Ric Robertson “Anna Rose”

Video Premiere: Mick Mullin “Small Black Gun”

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”