CJ Williams – “Running backwards”-I was hooked on this song the first time I heard it. I like everything from the beat to the guitar work and of course the expressive vocal. The whole thing comes together for something that feels like it …
Category: Americana
Three thoughtful and evocative folk singer songwriter pieces you need to hear
The Light the Heat – “Morning Light”-There’s an acoustic energy to this track that provides a sweet bed for the rest of the song to emerge. The lyrics are beautiful, evoking thoughts of someone who is your “morning light” and shines through the …
Three outstanding Americana tunes in the alt country vein sure to impress listeners
Lindsay Everly – “Queen Bandit”-This track is a fantastic vibe about a tough woman. The language is about keeping your distance from someone who is willing and able to defend herself. It reminds me of an anthem from a TV show or film. …
Three Americana tunes that will steal your heart and give it back bigger than ever
Curtis Phagoo – “Makin hay”-Have you ever seen those bumper stickers that say “if you ate today, thank a farmer?” Well, Phagoo’s song is about farmers. It’s got a great classic 70s style of narrative folk. It reminds me of something that could …
Three Americana tracks to bring some energy to your playlists for the weekend
Dean Winter and the Heat – “Up and Break”-If you’re an Americana fan, you only need to listen to one line of this song and you’ll know exactly who I’m about to compare them to… yep, that’s right… Jason Isbell. And he’s gosh …
Three indie folk tracks that bring lyrical variety and musical quality
Souveneer – “Origin story”-There’s a complexity to this song that I really can’t do justice in a short review. The lyrics have layers of complexity about crafting your identity. It reminds me a bit of 90s alt rock mixed with esoteric poetry. Even …
Three folksy Americana tunes that’ll steal your attention today
Dustin Dale Gaspard – “Further I walk”-Take a dash of gospel, add in a portion of throwback country, and a wonderful lead vocal… here’s the recipe for this excellent track from Dustin Dale Gaspard. Something about the organ and the steel guitar working …
Three folk rock tracks you have to hear to believe, including the iconic Paolo Nutini
Paolo Nutini – “Through the echoes”-Most of the submissions we get are from up and coming artists, so when we get a track from an established artist like Nutini it’s always a welcome contribution. Let me just say that the blues folk rock …
Three engaging Americana tunes to get the weekend started off right
Luoma – “This is the song”-If you’re looking for an acoustic tune with a lot of spirit behind it, give Luoma’s “This is the song” a chance. There’s a colorful sound palate use on this one. The vocal has characteristic tones and turns …
Three indie folk tracks that will set the tone for your new folk playlist
Griffin Anthony – “Honest easy”-I like this song so much I put it on four playlists (three on soundcloud and one on spotify). So, yeah, how’s that for an endorsement? The acoustic is as smooth as silk. The vocal is carefully balanced in …
