Parker Ainsworth – “The way that it was”-If you’re a fan of classic folk and Americana music, you’ll dig this new tune from Parker Ainsworth. In fact, you might wonder what year it is. It feels like a lot of different historical moments …
Category: Roots
Three Americana tracks featuring different textures of the genre
Isak Thomas and the Stoop Boys – “Out of time”-If you’ve been around my writing for any length of time, you know that I am a fan of retro soul. Isak Thomas and the Stoop Boys tap into that with a brilliant contribution …
Three “stop what you’re doing and listen” soul tracks from the old to the new schools
Micah Edwards – “I never like it when you leave”-This track has an incredible swing that brings together several genres, noticably jazz and soul. Edwards has a wonderful voice that invites listeners to sing along. The lyrics offer an accessible message. As a …
Three Americana tracks to get your toes tapping
Jeremy and the Harlequins – “Fury”-There’s a throwback rock energy here that I really appreciate. The Americana guitar style works from start to finish. The up tempo energy is tried and true rock n’ roll. I appreciate the blending of the sacred and …
Three brand new tracks in the “classic rock” genre
The Gus Glynn Band – “Old songs”-Something about the lead vocal on this song reminds me of George Harrison. The spirit of this track seems like something old George would have appreciated as well. There’s a nice texture to the electric guitar here …
Three emerging singer songwriters for your playlist
JMES – “Hopeless romantic”-The pop glow on this track is positively infectious. The way the backing track connects with the mood of the vocal is really good. The lyrics have an abstract meaning that is open to the interpretation of the listener. The …
Three indie folk tunes to get your toes tapping
Fever Dolls – “From dusk to dawn”-The guitar work in the opening of this song is enough for a yes from me. Then the lead vocal enters the track and it goes from “good” to great. There’s a sense in this track that …
David Ramirez Plays to “Heaven”
The fifth LP from Austin songwriter David Ramirez is a refreshing love note for a broken world. My Love is a Hurricane was written in a fury and inspired by a short but inspired romance. The result is a surprisingly upbeat album with …
Three acoustic folk tracks for your weekend
Pulford Avenue – “You”-If you’ve been a fan of folk music for a long time, you know that there are a lot of different textures within the genre. As long as it has an acoustic guitar and some good vocal harmonies, it’s going …
Featured Single: Gene Micofsky – “Bad Ways”
-These fuzzy guitars and driving beat will have you putting up your rock fist in no time. When Micofsky’s aggressive blues vocals enter the track, you’ll feel a burst of energy for sure. There’s a sort of “motorcycle shop” vibe to this song …
