Jonathan Smith

JJ Shiplett “A Way Through Time”

April 15, 2024 Jonathan Smith 1

Deeply personal and worldly-wise new record from Canadian artist. ‘A Way Through Time’ is the latest release by Canadian artist JJ Shiplett, a mini-album containing seven songs in a classic Americana mould – a touch of […]

Annie Dressner “I Thought It Would Be Easier”

April 4, 2024 Jonathan Smith 0

New sounds for old emotions. Originally from New York City, but now settled in Cambridge (the UK one), Annie Dressner is a singer-songwriter of rare subtlety, and ‘I Thought It Would Be Easier’ is her fourth […]

Six Parts Seven / Good Morning Valentine “Kissing Distance”

March 18, 2024 Jonathan Smith 2

Widescreen Americana beauty. Six Parts Seven are a band from Ohio who have been known for their collaborative work, with artists such as Iron and Wine, Modest Mouse and the Black Keys. For the ‘Kissing Distance’ […]

Matt Blake “Cheaper To Fly”

February 23, 2024 Jonathan Smith 1

Not all heroes wear Superman capes. Matt Blake found himself in rarified Americana circles after moving to Nashville and landing a job working in the legendary Ryman Auditorium. A stint as Lucinda Williams’ tour manager led […]

Chatham County Line “Hiyo”

February 6, 2024 Jonathan Smith 0

Bluegrass traditionalists suddenly not so traditional. ‘Hiyo’ is the tenth studio album by Chatham County Line, but the first without banjo player Chandler Holt. Rather than directly replace him, the rest of the band chose instead […]