Every once and while I decide to listen to the many albums that get sent our way and I find something, a song, a lyric, a voice, that makes me want to listen to the whole album. Jessica Campbell’s The Anchor and The …
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Water Liars – Wyoming
I don’t know if I’ve ever had my love for a band be so much focused on one particular song. That song, in the case of Water Liars, is their song “Linens.” From the intricate writing to the overall sound, it’s a fantastic …
Les Enfants – Les Enfants EP – Update* band renamed EZRA VINE (link in article)
If you’ve been checking out the music I’ve found here lately (Bears of Legend, Being Buffalo, Wooly and the Mammoth) you’re seeing a common thread. These are indie pop folk bands, to one extent or another, and I’m happy to add Les Enfants …
Andrew Brien- Closed Pages
Andrew Brien. Closed Pages. Andrew Brien/Bandcamp, 2013. Andrew Brien: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Andrew-Brien-Music/259094527453632 Andrew Brien began writing songs in 2009, and has recently released his first album on Bandcamp. A singer-songwriter working in Glasgow, Scotland, Brien has been performing in live venues and making music inspired by …
The Hems – Those Early Years
From my first listen of The Hems I was reminded of Justin Townes Earle, Mandolin Orange, and a little bit of Emmy Lou Harris. That’s pretty incredible company. I settled in with a fine beverage and embraced the acoustic sounds of Americana… bluegrass… …
Being Buffalo – Start the Fire EP
An EP has to be pretty exceptional for me to devote a review to it. Usually I prefer to give the “hey check this out” quick mention in the context of another post. But from first listen of Being Buffalo you will hear …
Wooly and the Mammoth – at bay
Anthemic folk music has almost become a cliché in the 21st century music landscape, but please DO NOT take these Brooklyn folk rockers lightly. They have a delightful full sound that is well worth your time and attention. From strings to harmonies (and …
Alan Brooks- A.liB.i
Alan Brooks. A.liB.i Alan Brooks/Bandcamp, 2013. Alan Brooks: http://www.alanbrooksmusic.com/ I’m going to break from my usual prattle of giving you a detailed artist bio and jump right into the review because this week I have a review and an artist interview for you. Check …
The Shouting Matches – Grownass Man
Remember the story of King Midas? You know, the guy who got his wish, that everything touched would turn to gold, only to regret that choice when he found that he couldn’t eat, drink, or even touch his daughter without them being turned …
Bicycle Thief- Fields
Bicycle Thief. Fields. Bicycle Thief/Bandcamp, 2013. Bicycle Thief: http://bicyclethief.bandcamp.com/ Bicycle Thief arose in 2009 from David Vila of Stealwater and his desire explore other music genres outside of Stealwater’s typical alt-rock sound. Bicycle Thief instead ranges into indie folk with spirit. Following the album …
