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This Week in Americana
Sept. 1, 2017
Eddie Berman
Before the Bridge
Jake Bugg
Hearts That Strain
Johnny Dango
Recluse in Plain Sight
The Grascals
Before Breakfast
Jon Latham
Lifers
Joan Osborne
Songs of Bob Dylan
Penny & Sparrow
Wendigo

  • Andrew Combs has just shared his intimate cover of Tim Hardin's "Black Sheep Boy," which will be included on Amazon Music's "Amazon Acoustics" playlist on September 8. Listen here

  • Ghost of Paul Revere sing about lovers knowing when to let go on "Montreal," the first taste of their sophomore record Monarch (out Oct. 27). Listen here

  • Hiss Golden Messenger has just premiered two new songs from Hallelujah Anyhow (out Sept. 22), check out "Domino (Time Will Tell)" and "When the Wall Comes Down". Listen here

  • "I like to think I'm a survivor": The Lone Bellow persevere on "Deeper in the Water," the next selection from Walk Into a Storm (out Sept. 15). Listen here

  • Becky Warren sings about drinking as an escape on "Full of Bourbon," a track taken from the deluxe version of her 2016 album War Surplus (out today). Listen here
  • Paul Cauthen will embark on tour this fall with support from The Texas Gentlemen and Vandoliers, starting the trek on September 9 in Dallas, TX. See dates here

  • Lee Ann Womack is also hitting the road this fall in support of her new album The Lonely, the Lonesome & the Gone (out Oct. 27), kicking things off on September 8 in St. Charles, MO. See dates here
Americana On Your Screen
The Avett Brothers & Bob Weir
Lockn' Fest 2017
Courtney Barnett & Kurt Vile
"Over Everything"
CALICO the band
"Cold Cold Love"
Hurray for the Riff Raff
"Living in the City"
Jason Isbell
NPR Music's Tiny Desk Concert
New & Noteworthy News
  • Surprise! We have just announced additional AMERICANAFEST℠ performers. The Lumineers will be treating attendees to a special acoustic trio performance during an intimate set at the Cannery Ballroom on Thursday, September 14. The trio along with Joe Henry, Wynonna & The Big Noise and more will be joining our already-stacked lineup of almost 300 artists. See the 12 new additions here

  • We have also unveilved our show-stopping performers for the 16th annual Americana Honors & Awards on September 13 at the historic Ryman, which will include unforgettable moments by Rhiannon Giddens, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Jason Isbell, Van Morrison, Graham Nash, Margo Price and more. See the complete list of performers here

  • Our thoughts are with those currently affected by Hurricane Harvey. Our friends at MusiCares have partnered with Guitar Center to launch an initiative to help impacted musicians. Assistance from the former's relief fund includes medical expenses, clothes, recording equipment as well as basic living expenses. Read more

  • Steve Earle is the latest guest on Chris Shiflett's Walking the Floor podcast, discussing looking up to Johnny Cash as a young teen, his admiration for up-and-comer Colter Wall and more. Listen here

  • The "Queen of Rockabilly" Wanda Jackson has just announced her autobiography Every Night is a Saturday Night, which contains stories of her life ranging from performing with Elvis Presley to offering an intimate look into her childhood. Read more

  • Lukas Nelson revealed the origin of his band name "Promise of the Real" as well as his love for the road, the real-life romantic inspiration behind the heartbreaking "Forget About Georgia" from their new self-titled album (out now) and more.

  • "You're in control of your own destiny." - Margo Price shared some words of wisdom with Billboard, including the importance of focusing on one's true passion, building a support system ot surround yourself with and the value of self-care. Read more

  • Chart news: Shelby Lynne & Allison Moorer's Not Dark Yet debuted at #8 on Billboard's Americana/Folk Albums chart - see full chart here. Across the pond, Iron & Wine's Beast Epic and Ian Felice's In the Kingdom of Dreams debuted at #4 and #10, respectively, on the Official Charts' U.K. Americana Albums chart - see full chart here. JD McPherson's Undivided Heart and Soul debuted at #20 this week on the Americana Radio Airplay chart - see full chart here.
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