From blues to bluegrass; gospel to folk; alt.country to Southern rock, join the UK Americana Music Association for the year’s biggest celebration of American Roots music in the UK. After two years of COVID cancellations, the live awards show is back at Hackney Empire in 2023.

Presented by Radio presenter, DJ and Americana Music fan Baylen Leonard and with special guest host the legendary broadcaster ‘Whispering’ Bob Harris, this show will feature special musical performances and guests from both sides of the Atlantic.

The show will include awards for Best Song, Album, Artist, Emerging Artist and Musician, and also recognition for Lifetime Achievement, Musical Trailblazing and Grassroots support for Americana Music.