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Matt Andersen spreads positive energy on triumphant new albumThe Big Bottle Of Joy, out march 10th Powerhouse singer/songwriter and his band return with an inspiring set of songs steeped in blues, rock, americana and gospel Acclaimed Canadian musician Matt Andersen announces the release of his latest album The Big Bottle of […]
Mike Scott of The Waterboys and Judy Collins to receive the UK and International Lifetime Achievement Awards. Nickel Creek recognised as International Trailblazers Country music legend Loretta Lynn to be honoured in multi-artist tribute Nominations Shortlist Announced (see below) After two years’ of COVID cancellations, the UK Americana Music […]
Festival favourites Black Water County kicked up a storm on the first night of their tour with a big, loud and riotous performance. Playing to a sold-out audience in Guildford, the punk/folk six-piece led by dual lead vocalists Shannon Byrom and Tim Harris delivered a show packed with energy, […]
Charley Crockett has come a long way since we reviewed his debut London show in 2018. His rise has been meteoric. He’s released ten albums since 2015, played at Nashville’s Opry and headlines at the Ryman later this month. Storyteller Crockett is bringing old country to a new […]
“This is my show so I’m going to play what I want” Canadian blues maestro Matt Andersen quipped during the last leg of his UK tour as he played an intimate solo gig at the Hope and Ruin in Brighton. This was a 3-2-1 gig. Three acts on the bill. […]
Furthering their mission to spread the culture of South African heritage, music, love and harmony, Ladysmith Black Mambazo delivered an evening of beautiful singing, co-ordinated and spontaneous traditional dance routines, and spectacular high-kicking. The five-time Grammy-winning South African vocal powerhouse wowed Guildford’s G Live venue with incredible prowess. […]
Ashley Campbell said “We’re Campbell Jensen” to a packed Star pub in Guildford, making it plain that this is a duo and not one backing the other. This side project with musical partner Thor Jensen is a pure delight. Different from her country fare this association with the […]
“Are we ready to have some fun?” asked legendary American Troubadour Don McLean to a packed London Palladium. This pandemic (which McLean refers to as the “damn panic”) delayed show marked the 50th anniversary of his iconic American Pie album. McLean is very appreciative of his English fans […]
The Keep, Guildford ***** Whether it be with his Champions of the World band, solo or supergroup trio Bennet Wilson Poole, Loose Music artist Danny Wilson is a force to be reckoned with. A musical force of nature. Wilson’s exuberance and stage presence is infectious. He recently delivered […]
Celebrated Canadian musician Matt Andersen has announced tour dates in the UK and Ireland for October this year. The powerhouse singer/songwriter, renowned for his dynamic live performances, will play the following shows: OCT 8 Dublin – The Workmans Club* OCT 9 Belfast – Deers Head* OCT 11 Birmingham […]
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