John Meeks

AUK Back Pages No.18

September 3, 2025 Paul Kerr 2

We bounce into the middle months of 2010 with a spring in our steps. Partly due to the latest innovation on the monthly CDs (as mentioned previously) of having a short blurb for each of the […]

Vinny Peculiar “The Curse of You Know Who”

September 17, 2026 0

On his tenth album, the UK singer-songwriter gives his own, surprisingly fresh take on events both past and present. Americana isn’t exactly a genre known for its up-to-date commentary on things like pop culture and the […]

Freightliner “Canadian Cowboys” – blue jeaned dreams

September 17, 2026 0

This song by Canada’s Freightliner is about a dream, and a dream that died but not for the reason that dreams usually die – you know, the half-hearted try that ends in failure that’s followed by […]

Video: Fruition “Compass” – we all get lost, but we all can be found

September 17, 2026 0

Here’s the gorgeous new single from Portland band Fruition. Compass finds Fruition in fine form with beautifully arranged instrumental layers, building up in sweet melody. Kellen Asebroek’s vocal performance is clear and pure, a light and […]

AUK Back Pages No.18

Vinny Peculiar “The Curse of You Know Who”

Freightliner “Canadian Cowboys” – blue jeaned dreams

Video: Fruition “Compass” – we all get lost, but we all can be found

New(ish) Dean Owens album out next month with intimate tour dates to support

Mama’s Broke “Reunion”