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About Rich Evans
I am a Devon-based fan of all things Americana. As a former singer-songwriter I did lots of playing – these days I do lots of listening. My favourite artists are The Jayhawks, Gram Parsons and Townes Van Zandt.
Album Reviews

Dave Desmelik with an Army of Love “Childhood Battles” (Independent, 2018)

December 19, 2018 Rich Evans 0

As a music reviewer, one strives to approach each release dispassionately. However, on occasion it is nigh on impossible to separate an album from the story behind it. This is one such record. First, the personnel: Dave […]

Album Reviews

Neighborhood of Make Believe “Two Nighttimes” (Five Kill Records, 2018)

November 27, 2018 Rich Evans 0

In this era of online overkill, it is refreshing to encounter a band that has seemingly no real internet presence. Certainly, a number of abortive Google searches have unearthed no biographical information about Neighbourhood of Make […]

Album Reviews

Loudon Wainwright III “Years in the Making” (StorySound Records, 2018)

November 7, 2018 Rich Evans 0

After 45 years in the industry, Loudon Wainwright needs little introduction as an artist. Over 26 albums, he has created a diverse tapestry of music and has dabbled with a wealth of genres. ‘Years in the […]

Album Reviews

Benjamin Folke Thomas “Modern Man” (Aveline Records, 2018)

October 12, 2018 Rich Evans 0

Benjamin Folke Thomas’ musical career was kick-started when his second album – ‘Rogue State of Mind’ – caught the ear of Radio 2’s Bob Harris, who invited the Swedish troubadour to Nashville as part of BBC […]

Album Reviews

Darren Jessee “The Jane Room 217” (Bar/None Records, 2018)

September 13, 2018 Rich Evans 0

For much of his career, North Carolina’s Darren Jessee has contented himself with standing (or, more accurately – drumming) at the edge of the spotlight. Excerpts from his resume include: member of Hiss Golden Messenger, contributor […]

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Charles Wesley Godwin “Live From The Steel City”

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Classic Clips: Lee Bains III & The Glory Fires “Nail My Feet Down” – Spectra Sonic Sound Sessions, 2017

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Alice Howe & Freebo, live at the Town Hall, Kirton in Lindsey - 7th November 2025

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  • Charles Wesley Godwin “Live From The Steel City”
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  • Live Review: Alice Howe and Freebo, The Town Hall, Kirton in Lindsey – 7th November 2025
  • Bill Callahan announces new album “My Days Of 58”
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Ten to One: Cooper Kenward collects memories, good and bad

November 12, 2025 0

L.A.-based singer/songwriter Cooper Kenward’s third album is called “haha, now I’m sad” (Soggy Anvil Records, 2025), and you could say its emotions are all over the place. The title hints at the intertwined duality of happy […]

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Interview: Talking about his new album, collaborations and spiritual connection with Jerry Joseph

November 11, 2025 2

Jerry Joseph recently released “Panther Tracks, Vol. 1”, a raw, unflinching collection of songs that reflect his life, struggles, and triumphs. During Joseph’s recent UK tour, AUK’s Andrew Frolish spent some fascinating time with him over […]

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Interview: Liz Thomson on Greenwich Village, Joan Baez and the young Dylan

November 10, 2025 0

The last year has seen Bob Dylan take the media by storm, something that started with the success of “A Complete Unknown”, a biopic that covered his career between 1961-1965, which was a critical and commercial […]

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The Top 10 Greatest Ever Americana Artists: Keith Hargreaves

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Essentials: The top 10 Steve Earle albums

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Steve Earle announced his arrival in our lives with his debut album in 1986. Since then, he has racked up almost thirty studio and live albums under his own name or in collaboration with others. I […]

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The Song Remains: Eric Taylor 1949-2020

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I heard from a colleague,  who has contact with associates of Eric Taylor, that he had died on March 9th 2020 following a period of illness. I immediately checked the web for confirmation but there was […]

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