Lee Gotvik – “Lonely child”
-Conscientious readers of our site will be familiar with the name Lee Gotvik as I featured this album recently. That said, “Lonely child” deserves its own shout out here as it is such a captivating example of contemporary Americana music. I can’t help but draw the vocal comparison to Stevie Nicks and some of the great Fleetwood Mac tracks. The coolness of the recording on this track makes it feel comfortable, perfect for thoughtful contemplation about early years and development. This is one of those tracks that feels good when you listen, you just might find yourself facing some challenging emotions.
Philip Bowen and Charles Wesley Godwin – “Old Kanawha”
-This is a song about a river and it’s divine. I appreciate the sentimentality and apparent love that these artists have for this river, the lifeblood of much of West Virginia. The easy going Americana style harkens back to the early days of the genre in the best way possible. It’s a love letter to a river, to a place, and to the feeling of home. This is the type of music that soothes the soul, connecting the the earth and the people that are so much bigger than ourselves. It’s a good song with a greater purpose. We’re happy to support this one!
Richard Simeonoff – “Ramona”
-“I’m lucky that I’m still standing after every time I risked it all.” Wow. This is a song that hits hard. The lyrical style reminds me a bit of another Americana artist we’ve featured called Water Liars. The phrasing, in particular, is fantastic on this track. The expressive electric guitar provides a good basis for the confessional, approachable lyrical style. Something about Simeonoff’s writing reminds me a bit of John Prine, too. It’s plainspoken and engaging, with a bit of tongue in cheek as well. It’s a love song that’s sure to appeal to a wide range of audiences particularly in the Americana genre. (Also… that organ…)
Image courtesy: Richard Simeonoff IG
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