Richard Parkinson

Elvis Costello to release six disc set “King Of America & Other Realms”

September 17, 2024 Richard Parkinson 0

Elvis Costello has announced the release of “King Of America & Other Realms”, a six-disc Super Deluxe Edition box set, which celebrates and explores the songwriter’s lifelong love, fascination, and influence of American music, spanning his […]

The Delines announce UK tour dates in support of new album

September 13, 2024 Richard Parkinson 0

One of Americana UK readers’ favourite acts, The Delines, has announced a welcome return to the UK in support of their fourth album, to be released early next year, including a show at the Union Chapel, […]

Jenny Don’t and the Spurs announce 2025 UK dates

September 13, 2024 Richard Parkinson 0

Based in the US Northwest, Jenny Don’t and the Spurs have spent over a decade building a global reputation as hard-working stalwarts of the country and western scene, with dynamic music that also acknowledges their roots […]

It’s a hat trick! New album, single and UK tour dates announced for Danny and the Champions of the World

September 12, 2024 Richard Parkinson 0

Danny & the Champions of the World have announced the release of their new album “You Are Not A Stranger Here” on 18th October 2024 via Loose. The band has also announced a major UK tour […]

Live Review: Jess Williamson +Eleni Drake + Dana Gavanski, St Martin-in-the Fields, London, 29th August 2024

September 12, 2024 Richard Parkinson 0

After two sold out shows in January, Jess Williamson wanted to add something special for her London audience on her summer tour. She did just that, playing the renowned St Martin-in-the-Fields church on Trafalgar Square with […]

Mildred “Bird Laugh” – snow is falling

September 30, 2026 0

Mildred have not let the grass grow; their debut release came out earlier this year, and already they have new music in the form of a double A-side single, of which Bird Laugh forms an A-side. As […]

Video: Arborist “The Taming Of Horses” – Time is all in our minds

September 30, 2026 0

Here’s the latest single from award-winning singer-songwriter Arborist, also known as Mark McCambridge. The Taming Of Horses features layers of atmospheric instrumentation that lift up the tuneful keys and reinforce McCambridge’s ranging, melodic voice. His vocals […]

Interview: Shawn Colvin, celebrating 30 years of “A Few Small Repairs”

September 29, 2026 2

Shawn Colvin has long established herself as one of the most captivating of singer-songwriters. She’s an accomplished guitar player, possessed of a fine voice, and she’s a storyteller of great talent. Her first album, Steady On, […]

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