This dynamic trio is Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, and Aoife O’Donovan and they are… as you might imagine… PHENOMENAL. The world class bluegrass and Americana artists bring together the highest level of fingerpicking, songwriting, and vocal harmonies that music has to offer. I’ll …
Category: Americana
Four of Greg’s Favorites for Early 2018
I’m not saying that these songs are on the list for song of the year, but they are on my personal rotation. These are by some of my favorite artists making new music right now. Give them a chance, will ya? xoxox Darlingside …
Brand New Music: Rising Stars of Early 2018
One of the best things about running a new music blog is that we get to hear things a few weeks before everyone else. I know that people like to say they “don’t make music like they used to” but I can assure …
The Finest Tuesday Dream Folk Tracks
Freedom Baby – “When We Go” This one has all the feels. A nice mixture of folk and indie rock, the band are able to construct an emotive and vulnerable exposition on death. “The song is an ode to death and dying; both …
EP Review: The Get Ahead – Mind is a Mountain EP
If you’re looking for some good blues rock, look no further than The Get Ahead. We ran across this kicking band last year and are just now getting to cover them. They are an absolute treat, though, and do some pretty cool things …
Album Review: Dawson Hollow – Boy of My Youth (NMF Ep 72 Winners)
In their debut LP, the sibling quintet of Dawson Hollow brings together a fun and spirited collection of folk-rock tunes. Drawing inspiration from bands like The Avett Brothers and First Aid Kit, Boy of My Youth showcases the magic of sibling harmony while …
The Midweek Playlist – An Eclectic Americana Adventure
Are you ready for this? Probably not. Check out this eclectic mix of American traditions ranging from folk to blues. Dawson Hollow – “Hills and Roads” -We have a feature coming soon on these folks since they won a contest on our site …
Have you heard about Alan Barnosky?
Fans of old school folk music get comfortable because I’m about to introduce you to a new favorite artist. I’ve covered Alan Barnosky around here before, but I want you to take me seriously. If you’re a fan of Mandolin Orange style new …
Seven Singer Songwriters You Won’t Believe You Don’t Already Know
For all of you who love to discover talent before the rest of the world, you’re going to love this list. Unlike some of our lists that include major artists who squeak in, these are all artists from the depths of the indie …
Keeping Country Alive – Five New Tracks
If country music is your thing, check out these tracks. Some of them might be considered Americana, but no matter what you call them they are all pretty darn good. Mustang – “Walk Away” -Sometimes I imagine what it might sound like if …
