Jonathan Aird

Jon Boden’s fourth solo album out soon, tour to follow

September 17, 2019 Jonathan Aird 0

Jon Boden’s fourth solo album has been announced – it’s called ‘Rose in June‘ and will be out on Hudson Records on the 1st of November. It isn’t the direct follow up to 2017’s ‘Afterglow‘ which […]

Ralph McTell “Hill Of Beans” (Leola Music, 2019)

September 16, 2019 Jonathan Aird 1

Ralph McTell has notched up more than 50 years as a recording artist, and in that time has released over 50 albums with ‘Hill of Beans‘ being the latest. It’s his first solo studio album since […]

A Picture Made “Heal” – Listen

September 16, 2019 Jonathan Aird 0

So, imagine the editorial meeting if you will and the heated exchange which ended with the comment “so, what you’re saying is that it’s prog?“. Well, no, not Prog as such – obviously that would be […]

Grand Canyon “Yesterday’s News” (Independent, 2019)

September 13, 2019 Jonathan Aird 0

Joan Jett succinctly stated that “I love Rock and Roll – So come on take some time and dance with me“. Of course Alan Merrill and Jake Hooker wrote those words for her, but you get […]

Vetiver “To Who Knows Where” – Listen

September 13, 2019 Jonathan Aird 0

It’s been a full four years since Andy Cabic released his last album under the Vetiver name., but at long last there’s new music coming with November’s release of ‘Up On High‘ which will be released […]

Les Thomas “I Remember Everything”

July 10, 2026 0

Les Thomas sparks memories and hope with this self-produced gem. Les Thomas uses an 1840 painting by J.M.W Turner for the cover of his latest record. The Slave Ship depicts a dramatic seascape as the ship […]

Latest AUK Podcast now available featuring author and journalist Liz Thomson

July 10, 2026 1

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’ […]

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