Stephen Babcock – “Truth of the matter”-The relaxing acoustic guitar work on this track stood out to me right away. Babcock has a fluid style that connects different acoustic runs together for some very ear-pleasing work. The harmonies on the chorus, “you’re always …
Category: Singer Songwriter
Three new tracks with a groove to put a smile on your face
Still Waters – “Fly away”-This song has it all. There’s a nice groove, a quality lead vocal, and some lovely balanced production. It will have you singing along, clapping along, and dreaming of better days. It’s about the inherent desire to escape your …
Three acoustic singer songwriters that capture the spirit of narrative music
Andy Sydow – “Alibi”-If you’re looking for an acoustic singer songwriter, check out this new track from Andy Sydow. Some of the inflections remind me a bit of what made me fall in love with Jason Isbell’s Southeastern. It’s a clever, sincere approach …
Three new folk songs to remind you why you love the genre
Abe Grossman – “Dirty cheap hotel”-It doesn’t get more traditional folk music than a strummed acoustic guitar. The quality on the lead vocal is evident from the start. As the track unfolds, there’s a sweet sentimentality about connecting with a love in the …
Three engaging new singer songwriters that could contend for “song of the year”
Leila Marie – “Home for you”-The first time I heard this song I thought maybe I opened a music box. The melody, vocal tone, and unhurried acoustic guitar all feel dreamlike in the best way possible. Leila Marie has a gentle yet entrancing …
Three new Americana tunes keeping hope alive in 2021
Paige Shannon – “This house”-This is a sad song, admittedly, but it gives me hope for the genre. It’s about living in a house that doesn’t have the same feeling of home anymore after a major change. I suppose it’s about a breakup, …
Three new indie pop tunes to bring in the weekend
Two and the Sun – “Come away with me”-This is an up beat tune with some real toe-tapping enjoy. If you’re looking for a foward-thinking, energetic song that feels like what “indie pop” is by definition, give this track a chance. Even the …
Three inspiring adult contemporary tracks to capture your attention
Ma and Pa – “I’m not afraid”-If you’re looking for a piano-based song with a remarkable amount of intimacy and connection, check out Ma and Pa’s track “I’m not afraid.” Equal parts pop and endearing love song, the track manages to avoid the …
Three singer songwriters to capture the spirit of the 2021 summer
Katherine Priddy – “About Rosie”-If you’ve been around my folk coverage at all in the past few months, you’ll know the name Katherine Priddy. I’ve been totally enamored by Priddy’s characteristic vocals. The lyrics on this track are also quite striking. The full …
Three acoustic folk artists to inspire listeners this midweek
Charlie Marks – “Meet me oh meet me”– I appreciate the old time energy of this track from Charlie Marks. There’s a tinny sound to the string work here that makes me think of a bygone era of American music. With a healthy …
