Billy Bragg review: A masterclass in secular communion
"The most insidious thing that Margaret Thatcher ever said was 'there is no such thing as society'...if you refuse to wear a mask to get into a gig, you're siding…
Buffalo Nichols review: exploring misery with luscious delivery
A self-assured and insightful debut that handles introspection and unflinching social commentary equally well.
Arkells Blink Once album review
It’s hard to overstate how much of a phenomenon Arkells are in their native Canada. They are the country’s most-played alt/rock band. They’ve also earned 200 million streams, 7 Juno…
Country To Country (C2C) 2022 line up revealed!
"I can’t wait to listen to the best music in the world, enjoy the fantastic atmosphere of the main auditorium, catch the excitement of the pop-up stages and meet the…
Join The Shires live online
UK country duo The Shires were named by Billboard as “the best-selling country duo in the UK.” Career highlights including selling out Royal Albert Hall and performing on BBAC Radio…
AFI are back!
“"Coming back is a return to a home I've always known" - Davey Havok
Jennifer Nettles reinterprets American Songbook Classics
"As a child who grew up in musical theatre, this album feels like a homecoming to me. I savoured every note"
Congratulations American Country Music Award winner Jimmie Allen!
Allen was the first Black artist to launch a career with two consecutive No. 1 hits on country radio
“It’s a little harder country than even I’ve done in the past”: Country music superstar Alan Jackson is back
"Real country songs are life and love and heartache, drinking and Mama and having a good time…but it’s the sounds of the instruments too" - Alan Jackson
Brian Fallon and Dave Hause concert review –
Brian Fallon and Dave Hause: February 23, 2017 – KOKO, London “Holy shit, London, we’re doing this!” With Dave Hause, you know exactly what you’re going to get. The show…
Ed Cosens found a way to support the music venues that supported him
"Without the grassroots venues...the musical landscape of this country would be vastly different"
Living The Dream: Hailey Whitters
“The first time I heard Hailey Whitters’ voice, I was in. I believe every word she sings. I was so happy she asked me to sing with her" - Trisha…
AmericanaFest 2021: Musical tribute to John Prine
"What a beautiful tribute! Well done everyone!" - Jake Keating
AMA-UK Americana Showcases 2021 – Day 2
"Such a thoughtful, considered and fun virtual showcase. This is how it's done - absolutely engaging!" - Millie Millgate