Deathcruiser and Lydia Luce – “Life number two”-There’s just not enough waltz time in the world, so I was really glad to find it in this track from Deathcruiser and Lydia Luce. It feels like a brilliant blending of the past and present. …
Category: Acoustic
Three variegated takes on the fabulous world of indie pop music
Sophia Alexa – “Buried alive”-This song feels like quintessential indie pop music to me. Everything about it feels just right. The sense of melody, the bright energy, and the quality on the lead vocal are all excellent. Alexa’s charming lyrical style makes the …
Three new acoustic folk tunes to enrich this early spring
Loud Forest – “Easy to love”-This is a captivating song for a number of reasons. Sonically, I appreciate the acoustic guitar and the sincere vocals. But perhaps more importantly, the lyrics are about how upbringing shapes the hardness of our hearts. These are …
Three new Americana tracks that will remind you of the good old days
Erika Lewis – “A thousand miles”-If you’re looking for an old time country sound, look no further than Erika Lewis. The slowed down song feels like it was ready made to sway with a dear one. Lewis sings with a tone that reminds …
Three artists that defy genre conventions – a short variety list
James Franklin – “she loves me”-If you’re a fan of 70s folk-influenced pop rock music, you’ll find a lot to like in this track. Bringing up bands like Eagles, Dire Straits, and even the solo artist James Taylor… this is a sound that …
Three Americana tracks with a folk spirit and unique expression
Denitia – “Highways”-I love this song. I know that’s not a very dispassionate “music media” perspective, but I just personally find it so charming and enjoyable. It’s got just enough of that old school roots country sound that it feels like the real …
Three Americana singer songwriters to capture your attention this midweek
Jessica Willis Fisher – “Fire song”-This is a song about fire. It’s also a song about measuring the substance and meaning of the past. We cannot live with regret. The power and energy of the lead song is really great. The vocal harmonies …
Three throwback Americana artists to keep tradition alive
Sarah McCulloch – “Half crazy”-It’s rare to hear a sound that feels so old school that you look to see if it’s a cover. I did that with this track from Sarah McCulloch. There’s a lonesomeness to the mix and vocal here that …
Three energetic singer songwriters for your late March enjoyment
Lee DeWyze – “Bridges”-Shhh. Whatever you are doing while you are multitasking just stop and concentrate on this song. It’s going to be one of the best songs you’ve heard in 2022 and I’m not exaggerating. The melody is charming and sweet but …
Favorite Songwriters: Alix Page, Luke Sital-Singh, and Matilda Cole
Alix Page – “June Gloom” “June Gloom” gives us endless feels. The ability of Page to craft poignant lyrics, is on par with artists already on your playlists, while her discipline in letting the track breathe, shows the act’s maturity. It is introspective, …
