country Archives – At The Barrier

Heidi Talbot – Sing It For A Lifetime: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 24th May 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

Heidi Talbot releases Sing It For A Lifetime. Seldom has heartbreak sounded so beautiful. And so positive.

Jamie McDell on Linda Ronstadt: Why I Love

By Special Guest on 6th March 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

We are honoured to welcome Jamie McDell to the pages of At The Barrier to write of her love for the legendary Linda Ronstadt.

Jamie McDell – Jamie McDell: Album Review

By Howard King on 23rd February 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

Prolific New Zealand singer/songwriter, Jamie McDell, releases a self titled album to add to her already well received musical catalogue.

At The Barrier’s Favourite LIVE Albums – Of All Time!

By John Barlass on 13th February 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

What is the greatest live album of all time? At The Barrier’s writers take a look at their favourites from the history of live albums.

Alan Tyler – Made In Middlesex: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 22nd November 2021 • ( 1 Comment )

The Mockingbird rooster, Alan Tyler, retreats to a quirky lockdown project, nearly free of his characteristic country vibe.

Alicia Stockman – These Four Walls: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 6th November 2021 • ( Leave a comment )

Zesty debut from Utah folkie turned Nashville country rocker. Alicia Stockman releases These Four Walls.

The Hello Darlins – Go By Feel: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 10th October 2021 • ( Leave a comment )

The Hello Darlins deliver a classy and sophisticated wash of Canadian country-pop, with echoes of Alison Krauss guesting with Fleetwood Mac.

Maverick Festival 2021, 3rd-5th September: Live Review

By Seuras Og on 12th September 2021 • ( Leave a comment )

Our man in a sleeping bag corrals up in East Anglia, finding it all a bit better than OK. Seuras Og takes us to the 2021 iteration of the Maverick Festival.

Ross Cooper – Indian Summer: Single Review

By John Barlass on 26th August 2021 • ( Leave a comment )

A taster for an enticing album from the Lubbock Rodeo Rider; Ross Cooper.

Malcolm Holcombe – Tricks Of The Trade: Album Review

By Howard King on 16th August 2021 • ( Leave a comment )

Malcolm Holcombe takes us on a journey through blues, country, rock and bluegrass on Tricks Of The Trade.

Counting Crows – Butter Miracle, Suite One: EP Review

By Gareth Allen on 20th May 2021 • ( Leave a comment )

Counting Crows release the first in a series of musical suites, that provide an immersive and musically evocative soundtrack for our times.

Anna Elizabeth Laube – Annamania: Album Review

By Howard King on 13th April 2021 • ( Leave a comment )

Anna Laube’s fifth release Annamania will bring a breath of fresh air to your spring listening with a joyful mix of country sounds.

Twinnie to release Hollywood Gypsy (Reimagined) EP

By At The Barrier on 11th April 2021 • ( Leave a comment )

British country-pop singer/songwriter Twinnie will release a reimagined 5-track EP in celebration of the 1-year anniversary of her debut studio album.