If you’ve ever been a fan of Jason Isbell’s heart-wrenching version of Americana, you really need to play this track. I’ve compared Bartels’ vocal to David Ramirez in the past and it seems to hold up on this track. It’s a gritty, raw, …
Category: Folk
Five singer songwriters for your weekend
Kaypo – “Welcome to the human race”-There’s a cool energy to this track that seems to be all bound up in the lead vocal. The guitar is cool as well, with an almost tinny sound in the strings. It comes together for this …
This Week’s Best Tracks: : Early Contenders for ‘Song of the Year’
Ess Bogale – “Addicted” Sometimes when we question why we go through the struggle of writing about music for little more than an occasional “thank you”, we receive a track that affirms what we do. “Addicted” is such a track. The beauty and …
So you’re an Americana fan, are ya? Check out these tracks then
DL Rossi – “Good Woman”-When I listen to DL Rossi I can’t help but think of David Ramirez. That’s like telling someone their hitting style looks like Hank Aaron. Rossi has just the right kind of rasp to his voice that works perfect …
Noah Kahan: : : 200 Million Streams and A Whirlwind
After over 200 million streams garnered by the hit “Hurt Somebody”, the life of artist Noah Kahan got messy to say the least. The young artist found sudden international exposure like few every taste. “I was really overwhelmed with a lot of the …
“I’m Not Your Enemy”::: Further Proof That Greg Holden is Incredible
If you have read us for any bit of time during the last few years, chances are you have heard us speak at length about songwriter Greg Holden. His 2015 album Chase The Sun was one of our favorites in recent memory and …
Lily & Madeleine’s “Canterbury Girls” is a Celebration of Women and Harmony
There are those moments when something falls in your lap at the perfect time. Some call it fate, others say it’s God’s will… whatever you believe, what Lily & Madeleine have offered us, at such a time as this, is the perfect celebration …
Rising Indie Songwriter Covey Shines With New Release
The sound of British multi-instrumentalist Covey is warmly familiar. Like a heavy blanket on a frigid day, his sonic embrace is welcomed. Taking cues from richly transparent and creative songwriters like Neutral Milk Hotel and Nick Drake, Covey expands on the tradition those …
Mid-week music mix – folk, rock, and indie pop
The Currys – “Fault Lines”-If you’re new around here, then let me tell you a secret; I’m a sucker for harmony vocals. I absolutely love when they come with an enjoyable song and a melody that pulls you in. The Currys have a …
The Donnis Trio: Compelling and Dreamy Songwriting
From the beginning of “Separate Tracks”, you can hear something mature, compelling, and incredibly concise. The Donnis Trio have rightfully had their music showcased by various television shows, and can honestly fit into any playlist or preference by even the most picky of …
