IZHAV – “Freight train”-One of the oldest themes in country and Americana songwriting is the freight train. Train hopping, hoboing, traveling the country as a way to leave rough beginning or to head to promising new places is a trenchant theme. This track …
Category: Americana
Featured southern rock single: Jesse Roper – “Make it all work out”
Jesse Roper – “Make it all work out”-Southern rock is one of those genres that can be very appealing. The gospel overtones of the lead vocal, the blues core of the track, and the hopeful brilliance of the song’s energy really works for …
Featured pop folk single: Jake Adler – “Happy home”
Jake Adler – “Happy home”-The stylistic comparison for this track is probably the Lumineers “Hey ho” or Phillip Phillips “Home.” Those aren’t songs we typically chat about around here, but to be honest this song is really catchy. I appreciate the sincerity in …
Three must-hear singer songwriter tracks, including a genre-bending masterpiece from Jake Etheridge
Jake Etheridge – “Strawberry chapstick”-I can’t stop listening to this song. After a few listens I put it on my song of the year candidate list. If you listen to the first line, you’ll hear why. The narrative form, expressive vocal, and excellent …
Three singer songwriters that will reinvigorate your love for music
Josie Toney – “Extra”-I thought about saving this track for an Americana playlist because it definitely fits in that world, but it’s such a darn good song as well. Toney’s vocal has a really approachable sincerity that I think a lot of people …
Three folk rock tunes that will have you reflecting on the season change
bandazian – “Please / Go”-If you’ve ever been in a position where someone you love is about to leave, this song will absolutely capture that emotion for you (for better and for worse). There’s such a beautiful lightness to the composition that captures …
Featured alt country single: Starpainter – “Low-hanging fruit”
Starpainter – “Low-hanging fruit”-If you’re a fan of rock-influenced country-leaning music, you’ll find a lot to like from this alt country tune straight from Starpainter. The easygoing energy of the track stood out to me right away. The bluesy effect from the guitar …
Three Americana tracks that are sure to bring joy to your late March
Carolyn Kendrick – “Walker Clay”-If you like throwback pop stylings with a jazzy charm, check out “Walker Clay” by Carolyn Kendrick. The phrasing on this song is so absolutely delightful. Each line feels conversational and comfortable. The vocal harmonies are wonderful as well. …
Favorite Creative and Unique Songwriters
Anna Jordan – “Willing” We have little hope for anyone who does not immediately love this artist. Her vocals are incredibly comforting, while her instrumentation is emotive. Her folk rock leaning is just right, even bringing in an electric guitar to show her …
New bluegrass single: “Moonshine Mack” by Lucas Pasley
Lucas Pasley – “Moonshine Mack”-If you’re a fan of old fashioned picking, you’ll find a lot to like on this traditional bluegrass tune from Lucas Pasley. The lyrics are endearing, featuring a grandfather with a penchant for moonshine and “a heart of gold.” …
