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[ May 14, 2026 ] Essentials: The Top 10 songs by The Delines Essentials
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[ May 14, 2026 ] Thin Lear “Many Disappeared” Album Reviews
[ May 14, 2026 ] Live Review: Albert Lee, Union Chapel, London – 7th May 2026 Live Reviews
[ May 14, 2026 ] Angelo De Augustine “Angel In Plainclothes” Album Reviews

The Other Side of Me: Sean Hannam on the power of the Pet Shop Boys

August 16, 2022 Sean Hannam 2

If it wasn’t for the Pet Shop Boys, I might not be into americana, but, funnily enough, I don’t owe it to their 1987 HI-NRG version of the country song, ‘Always On My Mind‘, which was […]

AUK’s Chain Gang: BR5-49 “Me ‘n’ Opie (Down by the Duck Pond)”

August 16, 2022 Clint West 0

After a number of weeks on a drinking binge, Martin Johnson set us on a smoking course that our editor, Mark Whitfield last week enthusiastically embraced, adding an extra element whereby the smoking was that of […]

Classic Clips: The Dreaming Spires “All Kinds Of People” BBC “Andrew Marr Show”.

August 12, 2022 Paul Kerr 0

There is a wealth of classic music clips available these days, allowing one to vicariously enjoy moments which stretch over the years since the advent of film. Never seen The Doors or Jefferson Airplane or The […]

AUK’s Top 10 Americana Albums of the 21st Century: Alasdair Fotheringham

August 11, 2022 Alasdair Fotheringham 0

If the truth be known, and no disrespect intended, it’s always struck me as a little odd to start a list of ‘Top 10… whatever’ by emphasising the purely personal nature of the choices and the […]

Classic Americana Albums: Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris “Trio”

August 10, 2022 Rick Bayles 0

‘Trio’ was a dream album when it came out, back in 1987. Three of the biggest names, and voices, in country, country/rock, and americana all gathered together on one record and singing in perfect harmony. The […]

RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Ashley McBryde - Wild (vinyl)
By Peter Thompson , 2 days ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Liz stringer ‘ first time really feeling’Melbourne song...
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RE: Versions!
@paul-villers Those versions keep coming
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RE: What are you watching at the moment?
Just binged "Legends" - a British drama on Netflix abou...
By Paul Villers , 4 days ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Radio Paradise's Mellow Mix whilst on a bit of a drive
By Peter Thompson , 5 days ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
Amy Grant The 6th of January (Yasgur’s Farm): time for ...
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RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
The Lone Bellow - The Lone Bellow (vinyl)
By Peter Thompson , 1 week ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
XTC - A Coat of Many Cupboards (excerpts...it's a 4 CD ...
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RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
@andyshort Yes, it makes a refreshing change from artis...
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The Delines at Rough Trade East 7th May 2022

Essentials: The Top 10 songs by The Delines

May 14, 2026 0

Those sufficiently long in the tooth may remember Margaret Thatcher’s purported praise of senior Conservative Party politician William Whitelaw: “Every prime minister needs a Willie”. For americana enthusiasts, their Willy could well be a Vlautin, songwriter […]

Interview: Daniel Tashian on being a reluctant band leader and the joys of songwriting collaborations

May 14, 2026 0

Daniel Tashian is a legend in Nashville. He’s a deeply respected songwriter, he’s a solo artist with six albums to his name, he’s been in two superb bands, and he’s the go-to guy when you want […]

Thin Lear “Many Disappeared”

May 14, 2026 0

Thin Lear’s tales of death and loss sweetened by delectable pop melodies. New York-based Matt Longo, aka Thin Lear, grew up writing short stories, and that narrative style pervades his Many Disappeared album. Longo says he […]