Titus Calderbank – “Mistakes”-This is one of the most impressive, dynamic Americana songs I’ve heard in years. I had never heard Calderbank’s name before clicking play on this song, but he won me over immediately. There’s a power in the vocal that really …
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Rock’s not dead – a playlist for rock fans that are looking for something new
Jamie Sloan – “New Orleans Queen”-This song has a wonderful core to it. The rasp on Sloan’s voice certainly gives it a distinctive sound. He reminds me a little of Matthew Mayfield, who we also really enjoy. The energy of the track crosses …
Featured Single: Mabes – “Saint”
Striking. This song is strikingly beautiful. I’ve long been a fan of the “girl and her guitar” style. Here with Mabes we discover a questioning, puzzled lyrical style that reveals a heart of seeking. It’s about self discovery with an enchanting acoustic guitar …
Mid-week potpourri playlist – songs about life, love, and loss
Hugo M Hardy – “Swallow Your Words”-If you’re looking for a song that can apply to many different situations, this easy going pop-flavored song from Hugo M Hardy will do the trick. It’s complex in places, but also accessible for anyone who has …
Contemplative neoclassical music for meditation and reflection
Ben Crosland – “On the carousel”-This contemplative neoclassical piece has wonderful movement from the start. The melody line is fascinating as it keeps rolling from one phrase to the next. I find this type of piano music to be inspiring and bright. It’s …
Eight exciting new emerging singer songwriters
Ariza – “Keep on”-This track is one of those genre wonders that seems to fit just about anywhere and nowhere. Something about it reminds me of some classics like the Eagles, yet it feels very new at the same time. I like the …
Album Review: Arts Fishing Club – Human I
We first ran across Arts Fishing Club a few years ago with a Bandcamp track that really stood out for its folk bonafides. Now with his new songwriting, the act of Arts Fishing Club has taken on a new rock-based Americana style. We’re …
They do make music like they used to – 2019 new music with classic styles
Carson James Argenna – “Budding Romance”-This is a lovely song. If you were a fan of great singer songwriters in the late 50s or early 60s (or grew up listening to them on “oldies” stations) you will love this song from Argenna. The …
Americana – Music from sea to shining sea
Farewell Company – “Shadows”-The jangly Americana style from Farewell Company keeps impressing me. I don’t always jive with this type of loose, party folk rock music, but this band seems to strike a chord (see what I did there?) with me. I think …
Catch these fantastic indie rock bands on the rise!
Tribe Friday – “Sixteen Minutes”-It’s hard to explain how much feel good energy this song has, so I encourage you to just click play on it. Do you feel like dancing? Me too. I love the clever lyrics, the perfect crack in the …
