Jonathan Aird

Morton Valence “Europa” (Bastard Recordings, 2017)

May 23, 2017 Jonathan Aird 0

Were it not for the declaration on the album cover that “millions of us…consider ourselves as both citizens of the UK and Europe” Morton Valence’s latest release would represent the subtlest political album you’re ever likely […]

Joe Purdy has something to sing about.

May 23, 2017 Jonathan Aird 0

It is often said that hard times, or difficult times, bring forth the best music. You know – Woody and the Dust Bowl, the Civil Rights Movement and Dylan, Thatcherism and Bucks Fizz. Or should that […]

Slaid Cleaves previews track from new album

May 22, 2017 Jonathan Aird 0

Over on Rolling Stone Country, much underrated Americana troubadour Slaid Cleaves has been talking about his upcoming new album Ghost on the Car Radio and previewing the first song from it Drunken Barber’s Hand. It’s […]

Courtney Marie Andrews to tour Britain late Summer

May 19, 2017 Jonathan Aird 0

Courtney Marie Andrews obviously likes the UK, as she’s already spent some time here earlier this year opening for the Handsome Family and she’s decided to bring her brand of country inspired singer-songwriting back again for […]

Juanita Stein to release solo debut album

May 18, 2017 Jonathan Aird 0

Juanita Stein, who is already known as the singer-songwriter with Howling Bells, has recorded her debut solo album America, and it is set for release on Nude Records on the 28th of July. The album was […]