Andrew Frolish

Video Premiere: Malcolm Holcombe “Shaky Ground”

August 17, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

The new single from Malcolm Holcombe is most notable for his tremendous vocal performance; his mesmerising voice is filled with emotion, character and weary experience. It feels as though Holcombe is talking directly to you: “Let […]

Video: The Winnie Blues “Lonely Love”

August 16, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

‘Lonely Love’ by The Winnie Blues begins with gentle, weeping piano before beautifully delicate finger-picking is introduced along with the weary voice of Cameron Potts: “It’s time for me to leave.” It’s a carefully measured opening […]

Video: Willard Grant Conspiracy “Vespers”

August 13, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

It’s retro Friday and a chance to remind you of the powerful introspection of Willard Grant Conspiracy with the classic song ‘Vespers’. The loose collective of musicians led by singer and songwriter Robert Fisher were well-known […]

Video Premiere: John Jenkins and Alison Benson “Strangers on a Train”

August 12, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

John Jenkins and Alison Benson both possess warm, resonant voices that carry depth, texture and emotion seemingly effortlessly. Their voices are perfectly matched and perfectly suited to a song full of weariness and a strong sense […]

Video: Hardwood Heart “By the Minute”

August 11, 2021 Andrew Frolish 0

Here is the latest single from Hardwood Heart for a contemporary take on a more traditional sound. Guitarist Josh Clinger and Jed Nussbaum on mandolin started out by getting together to practise, to swap tunes. Once […]

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

Video Premiere: Malcolm Holcombe “Shaky Ground”

Video: The Winnie Blues “Lonely Love”

Video: Willard Grant Conspiracy “Vespers”

Video Premiere: John Jenkins and Alison Benson “Strangers on a Train”

Video: Hardwood Heart “By the Minute”

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”