Andrew Beck – “Anywhere I’ll Go”-If you’re a fan of chill acoustic guitar work, definitely give this track a spin. Andrew Beck has the type of rasp in his vocal that makes you believe he’s experienced what he’s singing about. I’ll be honest …
Category: Bluegrass
Bluegrass Album Review: The Pine Hearts – Lost Love Songs
The Pine Hearts have done something truly special with Lost Love Songs, an album that keeps classic bluegrass and “newgrass” in a delicate and meaningful balance. From the opening strum to the final note, this record is a celebration of everything that makes …
Three new Americana tracks that will have you thinking about the old days
Kacy Lee Anderson and the Waverley Pickers – “#croptopnroll”-You wouldn’t expect a song with a hashtag in its name to sound so old fashioned, but here we are. I love this sound; it’s got a real Kitty Wells vibe. It’s old fashioned in …
Three new alt country tracks for fans of the real deal
Remy Sher – “Barstow”-The first thing I did when I heard this song was share it with a friend of mine who is a songwriter. If that’s not an endorsement, I don’t know what is. It’s a beautiful story that shows how broken …
Three brand new tracks with a good old fashioned sound
Montana Sand – “The Great Divide”-There’s a jangle to this track that I really appreciate. The vocal comes through with clarity and charm. The lyrics have a nice connection to natural beauty and geography. The jangling banjo is probably my favorite part. It’s …
Three engaging new Americana tracks to bring back a bit of that old fashioned charm
Nathan Evans Fox – “Some Lights”-There’s a lot to be said for good phrasing in a classic acoustic singer songwriter tune. Fox has that part figured out with this song. It just feels like you should believe every word he says. The guitar …
Three Americana tunes that pull from the past to inform the present
John Davey – “Summer Nightwind”-When I first heard this track from John Davey, I couldn’t help but think of Andrew Combs. That’s high praise in these Americana circles. Everything from the guitar work to the vocal phrasing is at a high level on …
Featured Bluegrass Single: J.M. Clifford – “Complicated Man”
J. M. Clifford – “Complicated Man”-This is a fantastic example of bluegrass music executed with precision. The string work is great and invites the listener in. The imagery in the lyrics parallel the classic gospel roots of bluegrass while confessing the perspective of …
Three more Americana tunes to keep our loyal readers smiling
Mild Goose Chase – “Tennessee”-The art of phrasing is hard to put into words. For an artist, it’s not just about what you say but how you say it. Mild Goose Chase has perfect phrasing and articulation on this song. It’s a nice …
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.” …
