Jonathan Aird

Track Premiere: The Brothers Comatose “Golden Grass”

May 20, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

You may guess from the photo’ that The Brothers Comatose are not a band of just brothers – but they were when they formed. Founded in 2008 by brothers Ben and Alex Morrison, the group features […]

Book Review: Paul Metsa and Rick Shefchik “Blood In The Tracks”

May 16, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

It is, arguably, Dylan’s greatest album – but the story behind the recording of ‘Blood On The Tracks‘ shows that it didn’t have an easy time in coming together. It was originally recorded in September 1974 […]

The Minus 5 “Let The Rope Hold, Cassie Lee” – carry that thread forward

May 16, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

We recently told you about the new album from The Minus 5 – and here’s a track from that very upcoming release. It’s a song that shows Scott McCaughey’s influences – and if you don’t catch […]

Bruce Springsteen “Repo Man” – that’s mine now, pal

May 15, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

What did we say? We said seven previously unreleased albums was almost bound to bring us seven previously unheard songs – and here’s the latest. ‘Repo Man’ kicks off the unreleased album ‘Somewhere North of Nashville’ […]

Jess Kerber “Never Again” – thoughts of home and safe places

May 15, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

Jess Kerber’s debut album “From Way Down Here” is set for release on Felte Records on June 20th and is previewed by today’s lead single ‘Never Again.’ It’s a song that recognises perfect moments – and recognises […]

Pauline Reese and Willie Nelson “Trail of Tears” – life has not been easy

August 18, 2026 0

Pauline Reese has known Willie Nelson for some time, as she explains “I first met Willie when I was just 15 years old. Throughout my career, I’ve had the incredible privilege of performing at six Willie […]

Video Premiere: Very Old Morris “That’s No Way To Act”

August 18, 2026 0

Check out the latest single from Very Old Morris, the solo project of San Antonio-based singer-songwriter Jerid Reed Morris, who is backed by an excellent band featuring members of Rose Windows, with additional jangle for this […]

For The Sake of The Song: The Flying Burrito Brothers “Sin City”

August 17, 2026 1

Co-written by Gram Parsons and Chris Hillman for The Flying Burrito Brothers’ 1969 debut album, The Gilded Palace of Sin, Sin City features one of the best lines in the whole of popular music. “On the […]

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