Elephant Revival. These Changing Skies. Itz Evolving Records, 2013. http://elephantrevival.com Elephant Revival is a quintet that’s emerged from Nederland, Colorado, and in 2011 won a best album of the year award in the progressive edge category from the Indie Acoustic Music Project. Their …
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Broken Fences – “Simplicity” – Acoustic duo keeps it simple and beautiful
We’ve been keeping tabs on Broken Fences for over a year now. They have an almost understated ability to make a melody feel natural. This may not be the kind of pop song that makes you sing it all day, but it is …
Bear’s Den – Agape
I think I’ve shared this song before, bu this song is incredible. Bear’s Den has made some magic with only 3 members and this video shows the beautiful, simple sound of “Agape”, undoubtedly one of my songs of 2013.
Finches and Crows
Finches and Crows. Finches and Crows. Finches and Crows, 2013. http://finchesandcrows.bandcamp.com Finches and Crows is a band formed in 2011 out of Oberlin College, specializing in bluegrass, folk, and country tunes. If you follow Carolina Chocolate Drops, you know that Rhiannon Giddens is …
Lily and Madeleine – “I’ve Got Freedom” – New album next week!
We were excited to hear that the sweet sisterly duo Lily and Madeleine are releasing a new full length album NEXT WEEK! We’ve put in a request for a review copy and will try to get to it ASAP. Until then, enjoy this …
Susquehanna Hat Company- For Love of the River
The Susquehanna Hat Company. For Love of the River. Susquehanna Hat Company/CDBaby, 2013. http://www.susquehannahatco.com The Susquehanna Hat Company formed in 2010 with an accordion and banjo, and soon joined forces with a bass harmonica, fiddle, and guitar. Sharing a name with a classic …
Tyler Lyle – Nashville
Tyler Lyle is, for my money, one of the best singer-songwriters out there. His music is poignant and beautiful and “Nashville” is a great example. Personal and universal, lines like “the world spins on without our permission./ We can hold our breath and …
Luke Hawley – “Your Bones Get Old” – Gifted acoustic artist gives intimate recording on YouTube
Luke Hawley is the kind of artist I love to write about. He’s good at what he does, has a genuine approach to music, and writes from his heart. I’m hoping to review his latest album on Bandcamp very soon, but until then …
Mike Mangione and the Union – Red-Winged Blackbird Man
There’s something special about Mike Mangione and the Union. Nothing that they do and none of the instruments that they use are particularly ground breaking, but their sound is so unique and so heartfelt that it stands above the rest. From the first …
Russell Howard – Home Sweet Home (acoustic)
We featured Russell Howard last year because he’s awesome. He contacted us again with some new versions of his songs, allowing us to experience his awesomeness all over again. Here we give you “Home Sweet Home,” a subtle and familiar relaxing acoustic track …
