The Junipers – “You’re My Sugar and Spice”-Instead of looking at the clock to see the time, you might be looking at the calendar to see what year it is with this great throwback sound from the Junipers. Everything from the chord selection …
Category: Roots
Three new Americana tracks showing the heart of the genre is still alive and well
Stefan J. Selbert – “Sugar Peas”-This song has it all; it’s got acoustic fingerpicking, a stellar banjo, quality vocals, and lyrics that pull the listener in right from the start. The poetic phrasing is wonderful here, connecting ideas from line to line. I’m …
Three outstanding alt country tracks that show the genre is alive and well in 2024
Kacie Hill – “Splinter”-“I take my time in record speed. I’m not scared of losing anything.” This might be the grooviest breakup song I’ve ever heard. The writer has the blues but the song is not bluesy; it’s downright anthemic in its soaring …
Lumineers Member Shines on Latest Effort
Stelth Ulvang and the Tigernips: “Dissolve” and “Bones There is an unmistaken feeling we get from listening to Stelth Ulvang. It is a feeling of a possible world that might not be as bleak as it seems. The spirit of the artist is …
Three new takes on an old genre; Americana done right
William Wallace – “Closer by the Firelight”-From the first time I clicked play on this song, I found myself engaged with every element. The acoustic guitar is great, the vocal feels familiar, and the lyrics are complex, making me listen closely every time. …
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 …
Rootsy EP Review: Rise Early by Sweet Joe Pye
If you’re looking for a sweet new roots sound, look no further than Sweet Joe Pye. This new EP Rise Early was such a treat to receive in my inbox. I hope you’ll give it some consideration, dear reader. The first track “Blote …
Three new tracks in the Americana and alt country space
Abby Webster – “BBQ Chips”-Just like BBQ chips, this song puts a smile on my face as soon as I click play. The banjo work here is worth the price of admission. Then the vocal starts and it’s all the more classic feeling. …
Album Review: Familiar old fashioned Americana Honey On Our Tongues new album The Mountain Above Us
If you’re a fan of genuine mountain music, this is an album you want to pick up right away. I will be up front with this assessment; if you’re looking for studio polish and unrealistic sounds, this is not for you. This is …
A pair of alt country tunes that’ll help you wrestle with some tough emotions
Remy Sher – “Sunflower Seeds”-Remy Sher is one of those artists that has become almost an automatic yes. There’s a depth and sincerity to the lyrical choices made on this track. Sher’s vocal style makes you trust what he has to say. The …
