David Jarman

Artwork for Loretta Lynn album"Still Woman Enough"

Loretta Lynn “Still Woman Enough”

April 14, 2021 David Jarman 0

Lynn’s 50th solo release is a fine celebration of women in country/Americana. Regarded by many as reigning Queen of Country Music, Loretta Lynn has more than 50 years as a recording and touring artist under her […]

Essentials: The top 10 Guy Clark songs

April 1, 2021 David Jarman 4

With such an extensive catalogue, and songs written over four decades, it has been no easy task picking out my top 10 Guy Clark tracks. While the top six picked themselves quickly, beyond that there is […]

rtwork for Brigitte DeMeyer album "Seeker"

Brigitte DeMeyer “Seeker”

March 30, 2021 David Jarman 0

Seamless blend of roots, soul and gospel with top-notch vocals. Many AUK aficionados will be familiar with Brigitte DeMeyers’ music through her highly regarded collaboration with Will Kimbrough, their 2017 release ‘Mockingbird Soul’ scoring 8/10 in […]

Kelly McFarling “Deep The Habit”

March 23, 2021 David Jarman 0

Fine vocals combine with Allman-esque melodic guitar to good effect. ‘Deep The Habit’ is Atlanta born but Bay Area based Kelly McFarlings’ follow up to her 2017 release, ‘Water Dog’. A change of style from that […]

Will Overman “The Winemakers Daughter”

February 11, 2021 David Jarman 0

Beautifully crafted lyrics from singer-songwriter with Americana flavours ‘The Winemakers Daughter’ is the debut album from Charlottesville VA singer-songwriter Will Overman, following his 2017 EP release ‘Crossroads’. Its nine tracks are inspired by both the hard […]