Laurin Hunter – “Silver and Blue”-I like this track from Laurin Hunter because it has so many of the key elements of good music for me. Hunter’s guitar and vocal are both extremely quality. I try not to throw around iconic comparisons too …
Category: Acoustic
John Paul White’s Album “The Hurting Kind” is a Master Class in Multiple Genres.
There’s something so equally delicate and intense about John Paul White’s voice. The same can be said about his songwriting! It’s such a beautifully fierce exchange of hard and soft and new and old. His new album, released last week is pure joy …
A variety playlist for this holiday weekend
Mile Twenty Four – “Heart is home”-I have listened to this song several times. Each time I hear a different wrinkle that makes me love it even more. There’s a cool tone on the guitars that highlights the quality on the lead vocal …
An oasis for fans of Americana and country music
Jim van der Zee – “I do believe it’s time”-About once per week I find a track that makes me grin from ear to ear, throw down my headphones, and say, “hot damn.” Then I put my headphones back on and start it …
Luke De-Sciscio Inspiring and Beautiful Folk
One of the all too rare gifts we receive in running a moderately successful music site, is when we come across an artist that inspires and compels us to describe the flight of our weary music loving souls. Every year, we are lucky …
Some folksy music to put a spring in your step – April 2019
Nicholas Edward Williams – “Happy Life”-Williams has an easy going folk style that keeps a smile on your face. There’s a definite theological point to this track, but it doesn’t come across as preachy. It’s optimistic and even joyful. The bouncy nature of …
Album Review: Andrea von Kampen – Old Country
The first time I heard Andrea von Kampen’s music, I was stopped in my tracks. After listening to those first few tracks and eventually interviewing her, I was thrilled to hear that she had a full length debut album out in early 2019. …
Matt Maeson: Excellent Songwriter Celebrates Humanity and Struggle
The genre defying sound of songwriter Matt Maeson has been a needed wind of refreshment recently. The Chesapeake Bay troubadour’s newest release, “Beggar’s Song”, is a enthralling performance of all he does so well. His lyrics are on point with an inner examination …
Singer songwriters for this April rain
Katie Bird – “Put You Away”-The songbird’s voice on Katie Bird is absolutely beautiful. I love the way the lines of this track lead so easily into one another. The acoustic guitar provides the base to a thoughtful track. The lyrics will make …
The 3 Best Indie Tracks You Need to Hear
Sabel – “Mirth Drive” This one gives us all the feels at once. “Mirth Drive” is an impressive and beautiful exploration into the changes of life, both positive and negative. Backed by an all-female band, the sound itself gives incredible support to the …
