Andy Short

Essentials: The Top 10 Samantha Crain Songs

August 6, 2026 Andy Short 0

March, 2026, walking down Islington High Street in the rain, heading for the hallowed Union Chapel, the anticipation of seeing Samantha Crain live was palpable. Too many years had gone by since a summer night at […]

Album art for John Miller The Great unknowing

John R. Miller “The Great Unknowing”

July 20, 2026 Andy Short 3

An impressive and immersive collection of sixteen songs recorded in Tulsa’s illustrious Church Studios. John R. Miller returns with his fifth studio album, The Great Unknowing, once again showcasing his songwriting and vocal skills. His previous […]

Les Thomas “I Remember Everything”

July 10, 2026 Andy Short 0

Les Thomas sparks memories and hope with this self-produced gem. Les Thomas uses an 1840 painting by J.M.W Turner for the cover of his latest record. The Slave Ship depicts a dramatic seascape as the ship […]

Can’t Live With It, Can’t Live Without It: Ben Folds Five

June 24, 2026 Andy Short 4

Ben Folds Five were a three-piece band from Chapel Hill, North Carolina. They were together only a short while before the seven-year itch sent lead vocalist Ben Folds off to work on solo projects. This article […]

Cover art Paul Slade Book "Blood On The Leaves"

Book Review: Paul Slade “Blood On The Leaves”

June 11, 2026 Andy Short 0

A few years ago, at a local gig to see the Pennsylvania band The Stray Birds, the crowd was overall polite and receptive to the music; however, let us just say they needed to warm up. […]