Peter Thompson

History of the Eagles tour, 2014, Bernie Leadon (second from left)

The Top Ten Americana Songs of All Time: Peter Thompson

February 19, 2026 Peter Thompson 9

So what makes a song a credible candidate for the Top 10 Americana Song of All Time feature? The task of selecting the top 10 has been assigned to the AUK staff writers, but without specific […]

For The Sake Of The Song: Eagles “How Long”

January 26, 2026 Peter Thompson 0

Over a period of many years, there’s been collaboration between JD Souther and the Eagles. Eagles have recorded a number of songs that were written or co-written by Souther, including ‘Doolin-Dalton‘, ‘Best of My Love‘, ‘Victim […]

Can’t Live With It, Can’t Live Without It: Ryan Adams

January 7, 2026 Peter Thompson 6

Ryan Adams is one of the most talented and indeed prolific singer/songwriters of his generation, with a rich canon of work to support this assertion. Despite his undoubted talent Adams has had some well publicised issues […]

Classic Clips: Emmylou Harris “Where Will I Be” – BBC Later… with Jools Holland, 1995

November 21, 2025 Peter Thompson 2

A number of the top music artists who have managed to have long, successful careers have had the ability to reinvent themselves periodically. Think David Bowie, Elvis Presley, Cher, Madonna, Neil Young, Kylie Minogue, Johnny Cash, […]

Artwork for Andrew Weiss and Friends album “The Last of the Outdoor Kids”

Andrew Weiss and Friends “The Last of the Outdoor Kids”

October 10, 2025 Peter Thompson 0

Catchy tunes, jangly guitars and harmonies make this blend of Laurel Canyon folk rock and late 1970s power pop an enjoyable release. Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Andrew Weiss began drum lessons when he was only four […]