In my opinion, there are just simply not enough short, sweet, beautiful love songs. Often musicians try to overcomplicate the emotion and make it into something that it’s not. Ben Abraham (whose cover of Bob Dylan’s “To Make You Feel My Love” still …
Monthly Archives: October 2013
The Deep Dark Woods – Jubilee – Forging new Americana style “Country Noir”
Usually one song isn’t enough to trigger interest in a given band, but Deep Dark Woods are the kind of unique sound indie rock band that can win over fans at first listen. Their latest album Jubilee is a timeless collection of emotional …
Tossing Copper – Of Life and Love and Longing – A Shining Singer/Songwriter Example
Tossing Copper is the moniker of Jake Scott, a fresh on the scene singer/songwriter from Arkansas. With a name that Scott claims “represents the things that we all look to in our lives to give us whatever we may be seeking, but unfortunately …
Mandolin Orange – This Side of Jordan – Americana duo brings soothing harmonies
Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz are a perfect music match. Their voices and overall music ethos click in track after track of their band Mandolin Orange. There’s always a bit of concern when an amazing band comes out with a new album. Will …
Finches and Crows
Finches and Crows. Finches and Crows. Finches and Crows, 2013. http://finchesandcrows.bandcamp.com Finches and Crows is a band formed in 2011 out of Oberlin College, specializing in bluegrass, folk, and country tunes. If you follow Carolina Chocolate Drops, you know that Rhiannon Giddens is …
Prince of Spain – Rising Sun – 21st Century Folk Music
There really aren’t words for a gorgeous song. It’s just best listened to. I’ve found ways to describe some pretty incredible music over the years, but this track from the Prince of Spain really is transcendent. It’s got an ethereal sensation built into …
Blitzen Trapper – Ever Loved Once
Blitzen Trapper is one of the most unique bands making music today. There’s no one else out there that sounds like their Southern rock/folk rock/garage rock combo. It’s an incredible sound and each album seems to show that more and more. Their last …
Lily and Madeleine – “I’ve Got Freedom” – New album next week!
We were excited to hear that the sweet sisterly duo Lily and Madeleine are releasing a new full length album NEXT WEEK! We’ve put in a request for a review copy and will try to get to it ASAP. Until then, enjoy this …
Tossing Copper – Truth Be Told
Listen up folks. I haven’t been this impressed by, excited about, or thrilled to be on the bandwagon early for an artist as I am about Tossing Copper. This EP, which is free, more on that when the review comes soon, is phenomenal …
Sykamore – Petal – Powerhouse female singer songwriter Jordan Ostram
Sykamore is the moniker for powerhouse independent singer songwriter Jordan Ostram. Her commanding presence and confident musical ability soar on her new Canadian-influenced album. One part pop star, another part country artist, what Sykamore brings to the table is a rich talent and …
