We have a real treat for you all today. As you may know, our staff is extremely selective on what cover songs we hype. The amount we receive is truly daunting. Yet, when we do accept and choose to show some editorial love, …
Category: Americana
Three brand new indie folk tunes to satisfy your soul
Chris Ho – “Borrowed books”-There’s something gently rewarding about this track from Chris Ho. The acoustic guitar works in perfect balance with the backing track on this one. The overall energy is genuinely calming. If you’re a book lover (like many music lovers, …
Three Americana tracks that will take you back to old time music
Montgomery Church – “Flowers on my doorstep”-If you’re a fan of bluegrass (and you should be), then you’ll definitely appreciate the old time style from Montgomery Church. What I love most about this recording is that you can’t tell if it was done …
Three remarkable new Americana tracks for your July playlist
Brian Douglas Phillips – “Trouble like you”-If you’re a fan of Americana music, Phillips should be a household name by now. His vocal and expressive writing style are quintessential examples of the genre in 2021. The easy going vibe brings in influences from …
Album Review: Blue Cactus – Stranger Again
Fans of moodiness of Neko Case, the soprano of Indigo Sparke, the jangled harmonies of The Jayhawks, and the bare bones country rock of American Aquarium give Strangers Again a spin today and dive deep into Blue Cactus’s cosmic American ocean.
Three more Americana jams to liven up the weekend
Miss Leo – “Sparrow”-If you’re looking for a timeless vocal, you need to sit down and meet Miss Leo. This track was my first introduction to this remarkable artist who is going to be a part of my life moving forward. The fiddle …
Three Americana tunes to bring a smile to your face this weekend
J. M. Clifford – “Kick the drum”-If you’re looking for a bluegrass based old fashioned feeling track, give Clifford’s latest a spin. The fiddle part harkens to some earlier days in true Appalachian fashion. The overall vibe feels like it’s from another era …
This ain’t your grandpa’s Americana: Three must-hear new Americana tracks
Alisa Amador – “Timing”-I haven’t heard a vocal with this much power in a long time. Fans of Lake Street Dive’s Rachel Price will find a lot to like in the vocals from Alisa Amador. Whether you call it new soul, neo-soul, or …
Daniel James McFadyen Impresses With “Seabird”
Daniel James McFadyen – “Seabird” “Seabird” is the perfect summer track. The indie folk style of the seasoned artist is heartfelt and beautiful, reminiscent of site favorites Run River North. The songwriting from the Canadian artist is tight in a way that surpasses …
Three beautiful Americana pieces to improve your weekend
Addison Agen – “When the morning comes”-This is an amazing Americana song. Addison Agen has one of the best voices I’ve heard in recent memory. The delicate intonation helps the listener feel deeply connected to the song. The minimal guitar and quality vocal …
