summersets – “Pass me by”-The light, lovely energy of summersets is perfect for a summer playlist for folk lovers. The string work leaves plenty of space in the mix for sweet summery breezes. It feels like the kind of song that was written …
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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 …
Three more singer songwriters to grab your attention this weekend
Charli Adams – “Seventeen again”-If you’ve ever wanted to go back in time and see your old friends, this song will resonate with you for sure. It’s a song that hits on a sentiment I’ve definitely felt myself. In fact, I see faces …
Three singer songwriters to bring calm for your weekend
The Moors – “Waiting in line”-If you’re a fan of acoustic guitar work, check out this track from the Moors. It has a super chill energy to it that’s sure to connect with a lot of listeners. The lead vocal has a familiar …
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 indie folk artists to set the tone for a good week
Couchsleepers – “After all”-The subtle composition here is really appealing to me. The energy is definitely engaging but it’s not an in-your-face kind of song. I also really like the untainted piano work in the interlude. The whole mix on the track has …
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 folk songs you’ll want on your summer 2021 playlist
Hollow Coves – “Blessings”-If you’ve been following my folk coverage of late, you already know the name of Hollow Coves. We covered another track of theirs earlier this year and were thrilled to get another from these talented writers. The song itself is …
Three indie pop tracks to give you something to think about this weekend
Rowan – “Nothing’s gonna change”-I don’t care what genre you want to call this song, it’s a bop. It’s got all this power and light at the same time. I definitely dig the moving rhythm, little guitar riffs, and the kick drum. The …
Three new singer songwriters with stories for the weekend
Space Nat – “Nightwalker”-There’s something about the unique blending of influences in this track that jumped right out at me on first listen. The vocal is good, of course, but the overall style feels like it brings together a wide range of styles. …
