A few months ago a wonderful folk country band called The Rhinetones asked us to give their music a listen. After giving the album a quick spin, I found myself drawn to a certain element to their approach. It was honest, sincere, and …
Category: Country
The Deep Dark Woods – Jubilee – Forging new Americana style “Country Noir”
Usually one song isn’t enough to trigger interest in a given band, but Deep Dark Woods are the kind of unique sound indie rock band that can win over fans at first listen. Their latest album Jubilee is a timeless collection of emotional …
Mandolin Orange – This Side of Jordan – Americana duo brings soothing harmonies
Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz are a perfect music match. Their voices and overall music ethos click in track after track of their band Mandolin Orange. There’s always a bit of concern when an amazing band comes out with a new album. Will …
Sykamore – Petal – Powerhouse female singer songwriter Jordan Ostram
Sykamore is the moniker for powerhouse independent singer songwriter Jordan Ostram. Her commanding presence and confident musical ability soar on her new Canadian-influenced album. One part pop star, another part country artist, what Sykamore brings to the table is a rich talent and …
Jesse Stockton – Thank You Very Kindly – Honest tenor vocals soar over folk string music
Jesse Stockton’s music is inviting and familiar. His voice is soothing but sincere and his songwriting is enjoyable. His high tenor vocals serve to give a distinctive sound to his mostly classic country flavor. Jesse Stockton, in short, is exactly the kind of …
The Green Boys – Oh Delia – Delightful toe-tapping roots country
Steel guitar, acoustic guitar, and old timey harmonies are all abundant in the newest album from The Green Boys. Oh Delia is a smile-inducing, joy-filled old time country album that is sure to get people dancing. The Green Boys show off remarkable classic …
Graydon James and the Young Novelists – Canadian pop country show off harmonies
I found Graydon James and the Young Novelists how I find a lot of artists on the bountiful supply of new music that is bandcamp. Initially blown away by the songwriting and harmonies, I couldn’t wait to get a copy of In the …
Science! – “Seattle Song”
“No one here has umbrella… no one here seems to get wet.” From start to finish, the clever songwriting and great guitar playing on this track keep me smiling ear to ear. Having never been to Seattle, it’s pretty remarkable how well I …
Quick Hits: Crow Quill Night Owls and Misty Mountain String Band – Bluegrass and Roots Music Done Right
This quick hits is for fans of old timey toe-tappin’ music that puts us in another time period. Fans of Justin Townes Earle, Jack Klatt, and other bands that pay homage to the past really need to pay attention to these two incredible …
Free Music Friday! The Dirty Guv’nahs
The Dirty Guv’nahs, aside from having an incredible band name, is one of the premier independent southern rock bands out there. Their unmistakably Southern sound has brought them tons of fans and this album, Somewhere Beneath These Southern Skies, is their follow up to their …
