Ben Strawn – “Blackberry Wine”-Ben Strawn is an excellent songwriter, as evidenced by the melody, pacing, and vocal on this song “Blackberry Wine.” There’s a definite parallel with a few others in the modern folk scene, including Drew Holcomb. When that steel guitar …
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An acoustic singer songwriter playlist for your late Autumn
Lucas Davies – “No good for you”-The rolling fingerpicking style of this track won me over right away. Then Davies started to sing and I sat up in my chair. You have my attention, sir! I love the bluesy lyrics. He’s no good …
Five singer songwriters who will stop you in your tracks
Tim Schou – “If I’m being honest”-This song has a beautiful acoustic element that introduces a thoughtful and engaging vocal style. The overall production feels familiar. It’s a nice easy going folk pop sound that’s sure to find a lot of fans in …
Five inspiring singer songwriters, including the iconic Joshua Radin
Joshua Radin – “What Would You Do (Refugee Song)”-Listen to the words. Think about these lyrics. Think about what you should do about the crisis Radin’s writing about. Radin’s heart is on his sleeve with this beautifully engaging acoustic anthem. The song is …
Album Review: Sheldoncole – Belarus
Whether you call it folk music or “acoustic singer songwriter,” one thing is for certain; Sheldoncole is a talented musical act deserving of much broader attention. This 2019 release Belarus knocked my socks off from first listen. I am eager to present this …
Five singer songwriters for your sweet summer solstice
Gavin Cooley – “The Bridge”-Cooley has a songwriting style that articulately crosses between familiar acoustic and experimental chill rock. The blend, then, brings forth some glowing insights that feel almost shoegaze. When you add in the gentle, near-whispered vocal, you come away with …
Five singer songwriters for your weekend
Kaypo – “Welcome to the human race”-There’s a cool energy to this track that seems to be all bound up in the lead vocal. The guitar is cool as well, with an almost tinny sound in the strings. It comes together for this …
Album Review: Billy Keane – The Nearness of You EP – NMF Winner Ep. 44
Billy Keane “The Nearness of You EP” Review By: Dayna Duncan The sun in shining today—it’s 78 degrees. Spring has officially sprung where I’m at. (Korea, for all who wonder…or wander. Boom.) It’s the perfect kind of day to listen to a good …
Album Review: Gina Royale – Brain Waves (Winner New Music Friday – Ep 11)
Gina Royale writes with an upbeat and engaging style. It could be called pop rock. Royale’s vocals are enjoyable and the songs come along comfortably. Her entry beat out some really talented artists in the New Music Friday competition, so enjoy this dynamic …
Album Review: John John Brown – The Road
Album Review: John John Brown – The Road John John Brown is as talented a songwriter as we’ve found in 2016. This album, The Road, is an absolute stunner from start to finish. It’s not every day that you’ll find someone with the …
