The Hudson Branch – “Misplaced Mirror”-If you’re looking for a chill composition style with elements of folk and rock, this track by The Hudson Branch is definitely worth checking out. From first listen I was struck by how much it reminds me of …
Album Review: The Southern Residents – Folk Signals
If you’re a fan of traditional folk music, this is an important album from The Southern Residents. Right from the opening of the album, there are haunting and timeless string elements working together to create a wonderful sound. The instrumentation on the first …
Three Americana tracks that will make you crinkle your nose with delight
River and Rail – “Down”-There’s a lightness in the vocal here that definitely caught my attention from first play. I appreciate how the delicate work from the electric guitar helps to create some perspective as well. The full connection between elements on this …
Two New and Intriguing Rock Tracks
Mr. Gnome – “Not This Time, Devil” Living in Ohio, we are biased for this incredible two piece. They have steadily crafted tight and intriguing music for years and have recently broken through to a larger and deserving audience. On “Not This Time, …
Three intriguing new Americana tracks that will get your toes tapping and open your heart
Zach Short – “Building a Home”-If you’re looking for an up tempo style of Americana, definitely check out this acoustic track from Zach Short. It’s about cooperation, working together, and the joys of doing life together. It’s romantic, sure, but it’s also about …
Three new acoustic folk singer songwriters that will help get you through the weekend
Daybreaker – “Salt”-There’s a chill energy to this track that feels like it has the potential to soothe the listener right away. The understated vocal does a nice job of moving the song along. The mysterious energy of the backing instrumentation creates a …
Three contemplative folk singer songwriters that you’ll want for your own private collection
Bryony Lloyd – “Moon in Libra”-From the first time I clicked play on this track, I knew I was going to be a fan. It’s impossible not to compare Bryony Lloyd with Dodie Clark. The delicate folk guitar and subtle clarinet in the …
Three engaging new singer songwriters at the connection point of rock, Americana, and alt country music
Adrien Latgé – “Fresh Air”-When I first found this song, I experienced a number of successive moments of joy. I like the beat and the overall vibe, but then the voice hit me as well. There were a few of these chord changes …
Album Review: Matthew Moore – Even the Dying
If you’re looking for a folksy country singer songwriter, consider checking out this album from Matthew Moore. It has elements from classic folk blended with some other related genres like rock, alt country, and easy going adult contemporary. The opening track “Even the …
EP Review: SOZI – Bloom
If you’re a fan of introspective singer songwriters, definitely check out this engaging new four-song EP from SOZI. There are elements of indie pop singer songwriters alongside a spirited, energetic writing style that’s sure to win over a lot of fans regardless of …
