Justin Lucas – “A Song Just For You”-This easy going country pop-tinged Americana tune is unlike anything you’ve heard before. The vocal harmonies are like something the Eagles would have released back in the late 60s but the steel guitar sings like vintage …
Yearly Archives: 2020
Three instrumental tracks to add to your reading and meditating playlist
Sherwood Roberts – “Us”-The relaxing, cinematic quality of the piano in this piece from Sherwood Roberts put a smile on my face from first listen. It’s clear that Roberts has a sound that is driven by emotion. The rise and fall of the …
Three indie folk jams for your Sunday
Party of the Sun – “Goldenwood”-Something about this tune reminds me of another era. The energy of the composition feels vintage. The tone of the guitar and even the vocal quality seem to capture something of the late 70s. If you’re a fan …
Three engaging new indie folk tunes
Kilo Bravo – “Only love”-I like this song for all the reasons you might imagine – I like the way it sounds, I like the message, and I like the gruff aesthetic that gives it a distinctive form. It’s the kind of song …
Three new singer songwriters to help you mellow out this weekend
Coyote Island – “Here before”-This is a jam right here. Shut your trap and calm your fears. Pour a drink. Find a chair. Whatever you like to do to chill out… but whatever it is, play this track. The beat is saucy, the …
Three exciting new indie folk tunes for your weekend
Thomas Lavine – “Bridges”-If you’re a fan of acoustic folk music, Lavine’s latest “Bridges” will be sure to appeal to your ear. The song connects a traditional folk energy in the opening to more of an experimental rock style later in the track. …
Three brand new releases from emerging singer songwriters
Alex Gibson – “Dance with you”-If you remember Brett Dennan and similar pop singer songwriters, you’ll feel something familiar with Alex Gibson. There’s a quality in the vocal that pulls me in right away. If you’ve ever had your eye on someone and …
3 Favorite Rock Acts For Your Thursday
Stables – “Summer (And a Sunny Side of You)” This is perhaps the first quintessential summer track of 2020. The duo have a magically dreamy sound on their new track that helps us melt into sunshine. Vocally it has some great moments as …
Book Review: Nick Awde, Singer-Songwriters Vol.1
Featuring David Cousins, Arlo Guthrie, Iain Matthews, Ralph McTell, Al Stewart, and Richard Thompson Fans of singer-songwriters throughout history will love this first volume of an ambitious project from UK author Nick Awde. The book shows a unique interview style highlighting singer-songwriters with …
Three indie folk tunes for a smile-filled day
Hollow Coves – “Evermore”-There’s something mysterious about this song that makes me want to listen close. It reminds me of a fantasy novel for some reason. There are these hidden corridors full of mysterious creatures. Lyrically it is a love song, but the …
