If you’re a fan of Americana, you’re always looking for the next great sound. This new album from Smith and Tegio checks a lot of those boxes. The classic instrumentation and gritty vocal style makes it feel like a band that you’ve heard …
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Album Review: Jen Hawley – Fragile
Instead of leading this review with a genre tag, I just want you all to know that Jen Hawley has an amazing voice. That’s the most important part of this album; Jen Hawley can sing! Fans of pop-flavored music with aspects of several …
Album Review: Luke Beling – A Stone in the Mouth of the Ocean
When Luke Beling sent me this album, I was immediately intrigued by the title alone. A stone in the mouth of the ocean seems very… folk. I wanted to hear more once I heard the first few tracks. The guitar work is impressive …
Album Review: Ernest Aines debut Spiral Bound – Trailblazing pop singer songwriter
Layered vocals on the first track piqued my interest right away with this new album from Ernest Aines. From there, I was interested in the pointed variety of the songs on the album. This review introduces Ernest Aines to the wider pop singer …
Boy Bandicoot Comes Together to Release “Did I Fall Apart?”
by Laurent Chavannes An artist’s debut is met with great pressure. After all, the opportunity to make a first impression only comes once. This explains why Nashville-based artist Avery Benter went full force with his debut EP “Did I Fall Apart?” under the …
Album Review: The One Eighties – Minefields
The One Eighties‘ Minefields contains elements of folk songwriting, contemporary genre-bending production, and endearing harmonies. The sound is one that is sure to find a following among fans of unconventional contemporary music with its roots in classic pop-influenced music. The opening “Two Jet …
EP Review: Juliana Madrid – Afterlife
Fans of my music coverage over the past few years will know I’ve started to fall pretty hard for indie pop. Artists like Juliana Madrid have this incredible ability to capture emotions in a more atmospheric style. This EP Afterlife definitely does that, …
Album Review: Brooks Dixon – Rhododendron Highway
Fans of 20th century country and Americana music will find a lot to like in this new album from Brooks Dixon. The opening track gives treats all around from the easy going instrumentation, to the easy to follow lyrical message, and delightful two …
Album Review: HoJames Band Self-Titled
From the first notes of the HoJames Band self-titled album, I knew I was in for an Americana treat. The guitars drop with a timeless effect. It’s an album that shows reflections of great southern rock like Creedence and Skynrd. It’s a sound …
Album Review: Remedy Motel – We Are All Around Us
Fans of folk music will find a lot to enjoy on this new album from Remedy Motel titled We Are All Around Us. From the first notes on the album there’s a rich genre blend that’s going to find a lot of familiar …



