

SummerTyne Day 3!
For much of Day 3 I was off interviewing artists but I still got to soak up the festival atmosphere as I had more of the great street...


Day 2 at SummerTyne Americana!
Day 2 of SummerTyne started off at the Concourse stage for me at 1pm when Melanie Greggain and her band took to the stage. A large crowd...


Day 1 at SummerTyne Americana 2018
SummerTyne Americana Festival started off rather soggy this year as the heavens opened chasing everyone, artists and fans, inside. The...


Striking Matches talk about their last two EPs and their plans for the year ahead!
One of the highlights for me at Black Deer was Striking Matches a duo who I've been a fan of for a number of years now. I've seen them...


Sonia Leigh discusses her latest record "Sonia Leigh and Friends Live in London"
One of the highlights of Black Deer Fest this year was seeing Sonia Leigh steal the show on the Friday. With two very different...


Sam Palladio talks about his upcoming debut album!
First of all, you’re well known for playing a songwriter in the programme Nashville but how have you found the transition from being an...


The biggest Americana stars are set to appear at The Sage Gateshead!
Summertyne Americana Festival is unlike any other festival out there today. Last year was my first year and I was greeted by friendly...


Black Deer Day 3: Emphatic and energetic performances entertain Eridge Park!
Sunday began like the previous two days, the sun belting down on the festival site as the bands finished up their sound checks and the...


Black Deer Day 2: A foot stomping line up wows the crowds!
After little sleep, Saturday began the way Friday had ended… with a fabulous set from Sonia Leigh. As a very large crowd gathered and...


Day 1 of Black Deer: Striking Matches and Sonia Leigh steal the show!
The opening day of the very first black deer festival went off without a hitch, even the sun put in an appearance! The vibe was perfect,...



















