Usually if the first line of an album is about being depressed, I’m going to say that it’s too melancholy and move on. But let me tell you, there’s a sincerity and believability to this album from Sam the Living that made me …
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Album Review: KC Jones – Queen of the In Between
In a world where genre boundaries often feel rigid, KC Jones brings a breath of fresh air with her album Queen of the In Between, embracing the spaces where musical styles meet and merge. From start to finish, the album is a captivating …
Album Review: Vivian Leva and Riley Calcagno – Vivian Leva & Riley Calcagno
It’s not often that an album feels both steeped in tradition and remarkably fresh, but Vivian Leva and Riley Calcagno have pulled off something special with their self-titled debut. This is roots music in its purest form—a celebration of Appalachian and old-time influences …
Album Review: Forest Sun – Follow the Love
In an era where authenticity in music often feels like a rare gem, Forest Sun’s Follow the Love serves as a refreshing reminder of the power of simplicity and heart. From the very first notes, Sun captivates with his soulful blend of folk, …
Album Review: Jeff Cramer – Forever Morning (Folk Singer Songwriter)
If the name Jeff Cramer seems familiar, it’s because we featured his single “Ravens” recently. That track is the reason I was eager to dig into a full review of this talented artist. Cramer’s songwriting has a cool acoustic guitar element followed by …
Album Review: The Singer and the Songwriter – Dreams! The Dead! Ghost! Future!
Often, I run across artists who call themselves singer songwriters. It’s actually a stylistic and genre category that we love to support. Now, imagine our surprise when I found two artists who split those jobs, with one being the Singer and the other …
Album Review: The Honey Badgers – The Earth Turns and So Do We
From the very first guitar notes of this album by The Honey Badgers, I knew I was going to like it. Call it artful folk or contemplative folk or orchestral folk… by whatever genre name, it is beautiful. The harmonies on the opening …
Album Review: Josephine Neumann – My Greatest Fears
The opening track “How” on Josephine Neumann‘s album has an acapella vocal that is sure to capture the attention of any listeners. The second song “Soon Enough” unfolds in a beautiful acoustic guitar with a quality vocal. It’s easy to hear why this …
EP Review: Lando Flakes – Our Life in Hibernation
If you’re a fan of singer songwriters, give this new EP from Lando Flakes a spin. It has a contemplative, calming style to it. It’s sure to win over fans from our acoustic folk readership as well as some leaning more towards pop …
Album Review: Smith and Tegio – Can’t Stay Here – Tried and True Americana
If you’re a fan of Americana, you’re always looking for the next great sound. This new album from Smith and Tegio checks a lot of those boxes. The classic instrumentation and gritty vocal style makes it feel like a band that you’ve heard …
