Jonathan Aird

Simone White “Letter To The Last Generation” – Listen

September 19, 2019 Jonathan Aird 0

“First we weren’t sure / Then we ignored / All the way down” sings Simone White on this imaginary letter to a future generation enjoying the world we’ve bequeathed them after our concerted efforts to save […]

Album Preview: Abby K “The Whole Truth”

September 18, 2019 Jonathan Aird 2

Seattle-based singer-songwriter Abby K has a new album out this Friday, called ‘The Whole Truth‘ which we’re previewing right here on Americana UK. After a lifetime living east of the Mississippi Abby K moved to the […]

John Paul White + Ciaran Lavery, Islington Assembly Hall, London, 5th September 2019

September 18, 2019 Jonathan Aird 0

Appropriately enough, ‘Ol’ 55′ was playing on the intro’ tape as John Paul White prepared to take the the stage at a near- full Islington Assembly Hall, unusually set in an all seated configuration. ‘The Hurting […]

Great Peacock “Miss You Honey” – Listen

September 18, 2019 Jonathan Aird 1

Great Peacock are a Nashville band who’s Southern Rock has attracted the attention of Rolling Stone who last year noted them as a New Country Act You Should Know. And who are we to argue with […]

Miss Tess “True Flood” – Listen

September 17, 2019 Jonathan Aird 0

Miss Tess was in the UK last year supporting JP Harris, so it shouldn’t be too surprising to discover that today’s song is a country rock’n’roller with a crisp jazzy piano accompaniment, a steady beat and […]

Latest AUK Podcast now available featuring author and journalist Liz Thomson

July 10, 2026 0

This week, Keith has a wonderful chat with Liz Thomson, esteemed journalist, author, broadcaster, activist, and founder of The Village Trip. There’s new stuff from Alex Amen, Electric Elm, Hawk & Steel, Rhiannon Giddens, and Jason […]

Ellie Holcomb “What Would I Do Without You” – watcha say?

July 10, 2026 0

Here’s a nice turn-around, as Drew & Ellie Holcomb release covers of each other’s songs. Released at the end of June, Drew offered his take on Ellie’s Constellations, while Ellie reimagines Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors’ […]

Video: Chris Pierce “Madonna Of The San Joaquin” – the hypocrisy of sanctimony

July 10, 2026 0

Here’s a live rendition of Madonna Of The San Joaquin from LA singer-songwriter Chris Pierce. The song is all the more powerful for being stripped back and performed solo acoustic, with just light, fluttering guitar as […]

Articles by Jonathan Aird

Simone White “Letter To The Last Generation” – Listen

Album Preview: Abby K “The Whole Truth”

John Paul White + Ciaran Lavery, Islington Assembly Hall, London, 5th September 2019

Great Peacock “Miss You Honey” – Listen

Miss Tess “True Flood” – Listen

Latest AUK Podcast now available featuring author and journalist Liz Thomson

Ellie Holcomb “What Would I Do Without You” – watcha say?

Video: Chris Pierce “Madonna Of The San Joaquin” – the hypocrisy of sanctimony

Essentials: Americana Podcasts and Internet Radio updated for 2026

The Proclaimers announce an ‘offensive’ new album and more tour dates