Graeme Tait

artwork for American Mile album "American Dream"

American Mile “American Dream”

June 27, 2025 Graeme Tait 0

Los Angeles rock band evokes their influences but struggles with self-identity on a sophomore album that keeps the pedal to the metal. Rock outfit American Mile is made up of four young, seasoned studio and touring […]

Casper Milquetoast photo promo for EP "From The Cheap Seats"

AUK’s Monthly EP Round-Up – June 2025

June 20, 2025 Graeme Tait 2

Well, dear readers, here we are already halfway through the year, and the festival season is well underway. Here’s hoping the weather continues to play ball, but if the heavens have opened up above you, why […]

artwork for Willie Nile album "The Great Yellow Light"

Willie Nile “The Great Yellow Light”

June 12, 2025 Graeme Tait 2

The bard of New York City returns with a cautionary message for the times, laced with hope and lashings of rock ‘n’ roll. Willie Nile and his music require little introduction to Americana music aficionados, with […]

Live Review: The Black Feathers, The Town Hall, Kirton in Lindsey – 30th May 2025

June 9, 2025 Graeme Tait 2

For many years, three large banners have hung across the back of the stage at Lincolnshire’s premier Americana music venue, each proudly proclaiming the following: “The Town Hall Live. Bringing the best folk, roots, and americana […]

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Book Review: Mike Campbell “Heartbreaker”

June 6, 2025 Graeme Tait 1

For the few people who don’t know, Mike Campbell was the lead guitarist for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers from the band’s inception in 1976 to Petty’s tragic death in 2017. His iconic, melodic playing helped […]