Paul Russell

Lucinda Williams “World’s Gone Wrong”

February 6, 2026 Paul Russell 0

Superb caustic diatribe on modern times from seasoned artist. We live in troubled times and one of the most honest and up front critics and musical commentators on the prevails of the difficult times we live […]

Bob Lind “It Oughta Be Easy”

January 29, 2026 Paul Russell 0

With 60 years of recordings, Bob Lind is here to stay. Bob Lind has a mighty back catalogue. He recorded his first album nearly 60 years ago; he’s been recording almost consistently ever since, and his […]

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For The Sake Of The Song: Warren Zanes “Everyone Has Their Day”

January 19, 2026 Paul Russell 0

In the early days of americana, there were a few bands that set the template for the sort of sound that was to come within this new subdivision of popular music. One of the most respected […]

Winterpills “This Is How We Dance”

January 8, 2026 Paul Russell 1

Mighty Massachusetts outfit return to deliver a killer set. There’s something really special about a Winterpills album. Really special. The combination of exquisite songwriting, mixing male and female vocals perfectly, near perfect musicianship and a stunning […]

June Star “Equally Wild”

January 7, 2026 Paul Russell 0

Seriously accomplished set of raunchy gems from Baltimore outfit. When you have a look at the June Star website, a wonderfully jaundiced and witty description of the band reads – “the band was formed in 1998 […]

Jim James “Wowed Out” – wow, wow, wow – unbelievable

August 10, 2026 1

We’re giving ourselves an easy start to the week – after the heatwave hell of the weekend we think we deserve it – by starting with a song by an artist we can confidently say “needs […]

Video Premiere: Brock Davis “All of You”

August 10, 2026 0

Here’s the latest single from Santa Cruz, California-based singer-songwriter Brock Davis. As soon as All of You opens with quivering slide guitar, followed by tinkling keys, it’s clear that this is a song with melody at […]

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 […]

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