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[ May 14, 2026 ] Live Review: Albert Lee, Union Chapel, London – 7th May 2026 Live Reviews
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Small Venue Heroes: Jarrod Dickenson

August 9, 2022 Andrew Frolish 1

Stadium superstars have their place, but it’s watching artists like Jarrod Dickenson in small venues where the live experience becomes truly personal and we feel like we’re part of a close community of fans and music […]

But is it Americana? – John Martyn

August 8, 2022 Lyndon Bolton 2

‘But is it Americana’ continues with a passionately argued case from Lyndon Bolton. He’s marshalled his facts and makes a good argument for John Martyn’s early work qualifying as americana; But do you agree? This series […]

AUK’s Chain Gang: Old Crow Medicine Show “Wagon Wheel”

August 8, 2022 Mark Whitfield 1

Last week’s chain featured Austin’s Asleep At The Wheel who put their own spin in the nineties on Tex Williams’ ‘Smoke! Smoke! Smoke! (That Cigarette)’. Which lead me on to thinking about country songs which feature […]

Classic Clips: Jesse Winchester “Yankee Lady” – Old Grey Whistle Test, 1976

August 5, 2022 Graeme Tait 0

My first opportunity to contribute to the ‘Classic Clips’ feature finds me returning to the same artist that was the subject matter for my first, ‘Classic Americana Album’ article back in March of this year, the […]

Classic Americana Albums: Original Harmony Ridge Creekdippers “Pacific Coast Rambler”

August 3, 2022 Tim Martin 0

When the first Original Harmony Ridge Creekdippers album appeared in 1997 it was praised in places like Mojo as a return to ex-Jayhawk, Mark Olson’s folk and country roots. The story of Olson, his then wife […]

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...
By fredhead , 3 days ago
RE: Versions!
@paul-villers Those versions keep coming
By Martin Johnson , 4 days ago
RE: What are you watching at the moment?
Just binged "Legends" - a British drama on Netflix abou...
By Paul Villers , 5 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 ...
By Jonathan Hincks , 6 days ago
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 ...
By Peter Thompson , 1 week ago
RE: What are you listening to at the moment?
@andyshort Yes, it makes a refreshing change from artis...
By Peter Thompson , 2 weeks ago

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 […]