Lyndon Bolton

CS Nielsen “Pilgrims” (Kørfirs Records, 2020)

December 21, 2020 Lyndon Bolton 0

There has always been a bleakness about the sound and lyrics of Danish singer-songwriter CS Nielsen but on his fourth release ‘Pilgrims’ he plunges further into darkness and despair. Through his sonorous voice he has created […]

Darren Jessee “Remover” (Bar/None Records, 2020)

November 20, 2020 Lyndon Bolton 0

In ‘Remover’ Darren Jessee communicates a deep introspection through his direct lyrics and expansive sound. There is a sequence to the tracks so to fully appreciate Jessee’s musing and sonic scope listen from start to finish […]

Interview: Billy Prine on a life with brother John, recording and podcasting

November 5, 2020 Lyndon Bolton 0

A few days after what would have been John Prine’s 74th birthday Americana UK’s Lyndon Bolton spent a fascinating hour chatting over Zoom with his younger brother Billy in Nashville. With him was Billy’s good friend […]

Cordovas “Destiny Hotel” (ATO Records, 2020)

November 5, 2020 Lyndon Bolton 0

On ‘Destiny Hotel‘ Cordovas blend country and southern rock with a lightness of touch that takes them deep into the roots of Americana. Above all soar their magnificent harmonies as Cordovas create a sense of total […]

Chris Page “Decide To Stay And Swim Again” (Independent, 2020)

October 21, 2020 Lyndon Bolton 0

Ottawa based songwriter Chris Page is this reviewer’s latest source of fine music perfectly crafted for these sombre times of isolation. Page took an album he released nearly 20 years ago, ‘Decide To Stay And Swim […]

Something not really americana for the weekend: This is Lorelei “Oh No Now My”

August 7, 2026 0

Well that’s it from us for this week. If you’re an AUK supporter your new playlist will be with you at 5pm. We leave you dear reader with a new song from Nate Amos aka This […]

Interview: Juana Everett is setting herself free

August 7, 2026 0

At once nostalgic travelogue, introspective head-trip, and rootsy showcase, Madrid-born Juana Everett’s second album should be her breakthrough record. Past Lives in California swims headfirst through the murky waters of transit, both literal and metaphysical. Bring […]

Margo Price “Days of Unrest”

August 7, 2026 0

A powerful message that’s relayed with the kind of vigour and skill needed to make people sit up and listen. “In his oval room, in his rockin’ chair / He’s the president, but I don’t care […]

Articles by Lyndon Bolton

CS Nielsen “Pilgrims” (Kørfirs Records, 2020)

Darren Jessee “Remover” (Bar/None Records, 2020)

Interview: Billy Prine on a life with brother John, recording and podcasting

Cordovas “Destiny Hotel” (ATO Records, 2020)

Chris Page “Decide To Stay And Swim Again” (Independent, 2020)

Something not really americana for the weekend: This is Lorelei “Oh No Now My”

Interview: Juana Everett is setting herself free

Margo Price “Days of Unrest”

Classic Clips: The Mavericks “Born To Be Blue” – Live at American Songwriter Studios, 2012

The Wild High “Listen to The Wild High”