Emily Dongray

‘Hardly Strictly Bluegrass’ to livestream over 27 artists in 3 days

September 30, 2021 Emily Dongray 0

Strictly Bluegrass is a long-established San Fransisco free festival of Bluegrass that began over two decades ago. The last two years have seen it move online, and now it is one of the most significant live […]

The Boss to release classic 1979 concert for first time

September 29, 2021 Emily Dongray 0

Sony Music Entertainment is releasing Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band’s “The Legendary 1979 No Nukes Concert” in a range of visual and audio formats to delight ears and eyes. The concert was recorded at […]

Playing For Change marks International Day of Peace with star-studded video

September 27, 2021 Emily Dongray 0

Like many charities before, Playing For Change has harnessed the power of music to raise awareness. On September 21st, Internation Day of Peace, the charity released another video in their ‘Songs for Change‘ series. This one […]

Glasgow Americana release line-up for festival at end of month

September 24, 2021 Emily Dongray 0

After last year’s cancellation, Glasgow Americana is back with its 15th Annual festival of music. The week sees Glasgow host musicians from all around the world as well as some local ones. On Wednesday, the festival […]

John Murry announces UK tour

September 20, 2021 Emily Dongray 0

After four years, John Murry is back with his third album and will be touring this side of the Atlantic thanks to his move to Ireland. Support comes from the multi-instrumentalists Mostar Diving Club. John Murry’s […]

Promo photo for Jack Barksdale EP "Battleground"

AUK’s Monthly EP Round-Up – September 2026

September 23, 2026 1

It’s September already, and with it the first signs of Autumn’s “season of mists and mellow fruitfulness”, inviting us to bid a fond farewell to another year of outdoor festivals culminating in last weekend’s ‘Long Road’ at […]

Artwork for Lisa Bouchelle album "Vandals Thieves and Lovers"

Lisa Bouchelle “Vandals, Thieves and Lovers”

September 23, 2026 0

Classy vocals from Lisa Bouchelle are front and centre of a fine country soul collection, featuring Amanda Shires, with some unexpected twists. It’s always a pleasure as a reviewer to discover a new top vocalist – […]

Album art for Mac Cornish album "Wayfaring Woman"

Mac Cornish “Wayfaring Woman”

September 23, 2026 0

Californian singer reminds you of the days when country music was country music, and that’s no bad thing. Mac Cornish grew up on the eastern slopes of the Santa Cruz mountains in northern California, where she […]

Behind the Songs

Behind the Songs: Maya de Vitry – “All My Faith”

September 15, 2026 0

Behind the Songs: Maya de Vitry – “All My Faith”If you arrive at All My Faith looking for something that sounds like Gillian Welch, you might find your thirst briefly satiated by No Time to Rush, the final […]

Interviews

Interview: Adam Chaffins on what is great about flea markets, dive bars and trailer trash

August 28, 2026 1

As one of the most resourceful songwriters in americana, Adam Chaffins welcomes you to the latest from his wacky, witty world in Trailer Trash: Doublewide (Spirit Nashville Recordings, 2026), a collection of narratives about schemers, dive […]

Interviews

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. […]

Album Reviews

Amy Melissen & Lee Stivers “Something Tells Me Everything Will Be Alright”

May 5, 2026 1

Homage as an access point into the musical canon. It’s almost essential for artists at the start of their musical journeys to rely heavily on the compositions of admired musicians. Whatever elements resonate more deeply are […]

Features

Anniversary Cheers: Oh Boy Records reissues John Prine’s “Lost Dogs and Mixed Blessings”

August 13, 2025 0

30th Anniversary De Luxe Edition out next month, with a first ever re-mastered vinyl version. Our occasional series salutes the Prine Family for this album reissue, and for unearthing alternate takes and an unheard song that […]

Album Reviews

Matt James “Breaking The Fall”

July 21, 2022 0

Former indie rock drummer stays close to roots with first solo offering. Matt James first made his name in the mid nineties as the drummer with the indie rock band Gene, where, championed by the likes […]

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