Hello Darling – “From me to you”-The folk duo harmonies are beautiful on this track. Something about the dance between the acoustic guitar and the piano really works well here. The combination of these different elements make for a folk sound that I …
Category: Singer Songwriter
Three new Americana tunes to remind you of the old days
Luke Ford – “Moldy Sandwich”-I really didn’t think I’d be a fan of a song about a moldy sandwich, but the expressive electric guitar right in the opening definitely captured my attention. The vocal harmonies on this track are outstanding. The combination of …
3 Of Our Favorite Rising Songwriters
Orly Raquel – “Chaos and Bones” Orly Raquel is one of our favorite artists currently. Her ability to compel listeners into her own expertly crafted sonic space, is rare. The enigmatic songstress shows a slow burning seduction on “Chaos and Bones”. The track …
Three indie pop tunes you didn’t know you needed in your life, but you do
Slomo Casino – “Marshmallow”-If this was the first song you ever heard in the “indie pop” genre, you’d have a pretty good indication of what it’s about. Does it feel good? YES! Does it have some upbeat rock elements? YES! Does it have …
Album Review: Andrea von Kampen – “That Spell” – Extraordinary folk songwriting
Andrea von Kampen is a site favorite, so folks who are familiar with our site will know the name well. If you’ve recently discovered von Kampen’s writing, do settle in for a gorgeous adventure. The style is beautifully satisfying, lyrically rich, with a …
Three new singer songwriters for your weekend playlist
Peter Stone – “Atlantic”-There’s a relaxing energy to this composition that immediately stands out to me. It’s clear that the songwriter Peter Stone brings a calming sense to his composition from guitar to vocal. The easy going energy works really well from start …
Three delightful new folk tunes for your Friday
Alex Dunn – “Southern star”-The calming acoustic guitar lays down a beautiful basis for this song. Once the vocal enters, there’s a timelessness to the track that strikes me immediately as noteworthy. The lyrics feel poetic, charming, and engaging. The production does a …
Three intriguing new indie folk tunes
Croix du Nord – “A song for the hills and for you”-The calming sentiment of this track is evident from the start. The comparison that easily comes to mind is Fleet Foxes, but truthfully it’s not exactly the same as that iconic new …
Three intriguing directions for the versatile genre of Americana
The Artisanals – “The Road”-There’s an easy going folksy rock energy to this track that really caught my attention. The opening is good, don’t get me wrong, but the first chorus definitely is my favorite part. It’s about taking a journey, a road, …
All The Queen’s Horses Leave us Stunned
All The Queen’s Horses – “The Troubled Tears of Drury Road” Steeped in Irish songwriting, this project of Sean Murphy is absolutely arresting. The beauty in “The Troubled Tears of Drury Road”, and honestly all of his music, is in every earnest note …
