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The Other Side of Me: David Jarman’s long love of the eclectic output of Jeff Beck

July 5, 2022 David Jarman 1

From ‘Hi Ho Silver Lining’, Dad’s disco dancing favourite, to sharing the stage with Johnny Depp at the Royal Albert Hall – this has been my journey with Jeff Beck, and I’ve enjoyed every twist and […]

Black Deer Festival Interview: Caroline Spence

July 4, 2022 Clint West 0

Caroline Spence talks about making her new album, playing festivals, and a talented friend to look out for. One of the highlights of this year’s Black Deer Festival was the appearance of Caroline Spence at the […]

AUK’s Chain Gang: Mark Lanegan “Beggar’s Blues”

July 4, 2022 Sean Hannam 0

As the last writer, Tim Martin, noted, this series of articles has turned into a drinking game. The previous entry was ‘16 Days’ by Whiskeytown. It’s now my round and I’m sticking with whiskey, but I’m […]

AUK’s Top 10 Americana Albums of the 21st Century: Martin Johnson

June 30, 2022 Martin Johnson 0

Deciding the Top 10 Americana Albums of the 21st Century has proven to be surprisingly difficult, and the list has been through many drafts before crystalising into its published form. I’ve been trying to understand why […]

Classic Americana Albums: Mickey Newbury “Frisco Mabel Joy”

June 29, 2022 Graeme Tait 3

“He was my hero and still is. I learned more about songwriting from him than any other writer”. An eye catching quote and an accolade that any songwriter would be proud to be the recipient of, […]

For The Sake Of The Song: Bonnie Raitt “I Can’t Make You Love Me”

August 3, 2026 0

During the almost 55 years since the release of her eponymous debut album, Bonnie Raitt has established herself as a top quality singer and slide guitar player; she has won many awards over her career, including […]

artwork for Mason Jennings album "Dark Wings"

Mason Jennings “Dark Wings”

August 3, 2026 0

Minneapolis-based troubadour draws upon the Creative Spirit in turbulent times. Dark Wings is the eighteenth studio album from the prolific Mason Jennings. With a significant following in the USA and worldwide, new releases from the Minneapolis-based […]

Exclusive AUK Mini-Gig: Samuel James Taylor

August 3, 2026 0

In one of several playfully erudite, self-written reflections included in press materials accompanying his debut solo album, Wild Tales and Broken Hearts (Sweet Irene Records, 2022), Sheffield troubadour Samuel James Taylor brands himself a believer in […]

The Other Side of Me: David Jarman’s long love of the eclectic output of Jeff Beck

Black Deer Festival Interview: Caroline Spence

AUK’s Chain Gang: Mark Lanegan “Beggar’s Blues”

AUK’s Top 10 Americana Albums of the 21st Century: Martin Johnson

Classic Americana Albums: Mickey Newbury “Frisco Mabel Joy”

For The Sake Of The Song: Bonnie Raitt “I Can’t Make You Love Me”

Mason Jennings “Dark Wings”

Exclusive AUK Mini-Gig: Samuel James Taylor

Sophie Moore “Trouble in Mind”

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