Local Pittsburgher, Brooke Annibale, is making quite a name for herself in this area. Part of that comes from her being a prolific performer, but more and more that’s because, when she gets the chance to perform, she’s been blowing people away. I …
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Artist Interview: Maggie Rogers
Maggie Rogers is a student, an artist, a writer, and a very hard working young woman. She has stars in her eyes for the adventurous college years of her life. She’s learning all she can about the music industry at NYU but she’s …
Beth Whitney – “Sweet on You” – Americana love song that’ll make you swoon
Beth Whitney’s voice reminds me of Sara Watkins. Besides that, she’s just wonderful. From the banjo to the standup bass and the overall composition, this is just a hit. It’s a hit in the Americana folk way that fills me full of all …
Maggie Rogers – Blood Ballet – Emotional, captivating singer songwriter sings her heart
Maggie Rogers is, frankly, one of my favorite finds of 2014. From her single “James,” the first time I heard it on bandcamp, I was taken by her style and tone. She is, in a word, stunning. I was extremely excited to get …
Goodnight, Texas – A Bank Robber’s Nursery Rhyme
I’m always excited when something that I’ve been anticipating comes out and even more excited when it exceeds expectations. This new song, “A Bank Robber’s Nursery Rhyme”, from Goodnight, Texas, is off of their new album, Uncle John Farquhar, due out in August. While …
Maggie Rogers – “James” – Advanced single before full length album later this summer
Maggie Rogers is an exceptionally gifted singer. From the time I clicked play on this single “James” I knew she was a talent I wanted to hear. We’re currently working to get an advanced review of the new album for you all soon. …
Aliza Carter Band – Clearer – Breathtaking new album with powerful, transcendent harmonies
When I first listened to this album I emailed the band with excitement. This is honestly one of the best albums of the year, regardless of genre or label level. It’s breathtaking and incredible. There are harmonies on top of harmonies on this …
Free Music Friday! The Likes of Us
Happy Free Music Friday! This week, we have an artist that we’ve featured before. The Likes of Us released an album of love songs that we absolutely loved, no pun intended. This new album includes some of those songs and others that weren’t …
Passenger – 27
Passenger has a new album out this week and I had no plans to cover it. But it quickly jumped to the top of my priority list when I heard this song. Though there are a lot of albums of review and songs …
James Bay – “Let it go” – High solo male lead with crystal clear intonation, the real deal
James Bay is the real deal. He’s been compared to a number of other artists, but honestly his sound is just really spectacular. He’s both intimate and arena-worthy. He could soar the highest heights or fill the cracks of the smallest room. There’s …
