Jim Finnie

The Secret Sisters “Saturn Return” (New West, 2020)

March 16, 2020 Jim Finnie 0

Thankfully for us, it’s only been 3 years since Laura and Lydia Rogers released their last album and not the 29 ½ years it takes Saturn to orbit the sun. Just like the astrological event it’s […]

Thunder and Rain “Passing In The Night” (Independent, 2020)

March 6, 2020 Jim Finnie 0

Is it folk? Country? Bluegrass? That’s not an unfair question to ask yourself when listening to ‘Passing In The Night’ the latest (and third) album from hard-working Colorado outfit Thunder and Rain. Featuring main band members […]

Dave Goddess Group “Once in a Blue Moon” (Independent, 2020)

March 4, 2020 Jim Finnie 0

In an era where recorded music is often overproduced and over-engineered to within an inch of its life, it’s a joy to listen to an album that has been recorded with the minimum of studio wizardry […]

AUK’s Chain Gang: Jason Isbell “Different Days”

March 3, 2020 Jim Finnie 2

For some reason I was late to the Jason Isbell party, I’m not sure why but I guess that’s how it goes sometimes! However, better late than never and what better continuation of last week’s Chain […]

Robert Vincent “In This Town You’re Owned” (Thirty Tigers, 2020)

February 11, 2020 Jim Finnie 0

There’s no reason to waste any time, so let’s get straight to the point. Robert Vincent’s third album ‘In This Town You’re Owned’ is a corker (for those not familiar with this UK term, that’s a […]

RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
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RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen - The Call Us The ...
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RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
The Highwomen - Live at The Gorge 2023 (streaming - Qob...
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RE: There's no future in nostalgia
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RE: There's no future in nostalgia
There is very little new under the sun. &...
By Martin Johnson , 1 week ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Joe Jackson ~ Hope and Fury.
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RE: There's no future in nostalgia
My memories of Stonhenge festivals don't involve much o...
By Paul Villers , 1 week ago
RE: There's no future in nostalgia
By Paul Villers , 1 week ago
RE: There's no future in nostalgia
Except under supervision
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Shane MacGowan tribute album to be released in November

June 9, 2026 0

Victoria Mary Clarke, in partnership with Rubyworks, has officially revealed the complete artist lineup and track list for 20th Century Paddy – The Songs Of Shane MacGowan tribute album which is set for release on 13th […]

Nick Mulvey “Dark Harvest (Live)”

June 9, 2026 0

Live recording from recent studio releases finds songwriter grasping for spiritual and emotional truths. Building on his recent releases Dark Harvest Pt 1 and Pt 2, Dark Harvest Live presents an intimate show from Toronto showcasing […]

Texas Music Revolution documentary featuring Kiefer Sutherland launched on streaming services

June 9, 2026 0

Texas Music Revolution, the feature documentary marking Emmy-nominated cinematographer Troy Paff’s (Dirty Jobs, Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern) directorial debut, began its global streaming rollout on 5th June 2026 to coincide with the 30th anniversary of […]

Articles by Jim Finnie

The Secret Sisters “Saturn Return” (New West, 2020)

Thunder and Rain “Passing In The Night” (Independent, 2020)

Dave Goddess Group “Once in a Blue Moon” (Independent, 2020)

AUK’s Chain Gang: Jason Isbell “Different Days”

Robert Vincent “In This Town You’re Owned” (Thirty Tigers, 2020)

Shane MacGowan tribute album to be released in November

Nick Mulvey “Dark Harvest (Live)”

Texas Music Revolution documentary featuring Kiefer Sutherland launched on streaming services

Exclusive AUK Mini-Gig: Andrea von Kampen

Kyle LaLone “Make My Own Way”