Maximiliano – “Step off”-There’s a lonesomeness to this track that struck me right away. It’s a kind of Americana that has appealed to me for many years. The lonesome sincerity in the vocal works perfectly with the acoustic guitar here. The sense of …
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Three folk singer songwriters that remind you why you follow this site
Asher Mohr – “Leaving”-The finger picking on the acoustic guitar here is really comforting, but the lyrics… whew… these lyrics are going to tug on your heart. It’s about leaving, of course, but it’s also about looking back at being with someone being …
Three indie pop tracks to get you hyped for the weekend
Jordan Whitlock – “Salty”-No matter who you are, where you’re from, or what kind of music you think you like… stop and listen to Jordan Whitlock’s “Salty.” It’s a bit of R&B, a bit of soul, a bit of pop, and a bit …
Three amazing tracks to show the versatility of the rock genre
Jesse Roper – “Hold On Me”-This is a soulful track with more energy than you are prepared for, I can guarantee that. Buckle up and click play on this one. There’s an excitement in the vocal that is really inspiring and the rest …
Three new indie folk songs that connect the past and the present
The January Lanterns – “Lantern of Love”-There’s a real charm to this song. From the first time I heard it, I felt something that was both old time and very new. The combination of accessible lyricism and colorful instrumentation makes for a really …
Three singer songwriters to play by the fireside this cold weekend
Dom Louis – “Send your loving”-Something about a clear electric guitar captures my attention right at the beginning of a song. Then the vocal enters this wonderful track and Dom Louis suddenly becomes an artist that I need in my playlists. There’s an …
Album Review: Addison Agen – When the Morning Comes
Fans of accessible, engaging Americana music will find a lot to like in Addison Agen’s album When the Morning Comes. It’s a sound that some might even call country music from a classic definition of the genre. Agen’s vocal is sweetly rewarding on …
Three talented new folk artists that you’ll want in your playlists this week
Ocie Elliott – “Coming home”-If you’ve been around our folk coverage in the past year or so, you know that we have featured Ocie Elliott a few times. Click on this song and it’s easy to hear what makes the sound so great. …
Three new tracks in the indie pop realm that are sure to inspire
Boyu – “Embers of Our Innocence”-There’s a chill vibe to this track that made me say yes right away. The lead vocal and overall blending was really good as well. The lyrical theme does a nice job of pulling in listeners who have …
Three truly unique Americana track showing the breadth of the genre
Sad Daddy – “Arkansas Bound”-When I accepted this track, my first thought was “wow, this singer sounds a lot like Melissa Carper.” Then, after I read who was in the band, I realized that my ears did not betray me; it is Melissa …
