It’s been a while since an album caught me out, like Charlie Crockett’s Clovis did in 2026. From the first discordant elements of “The Hallelujah Trail,” I felt that there was something different coming from this album. As I made my way through …
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Three dynamic new Americana tracks that bring lovely variety to your autumn playlist
Wildie – “1998”-When I clicked play on this song, I felt a connection with the mood right away. There’s a lovely approachable energy to the lead vocalist, but even before I got to that part I felt a sense of relaxation and calm …
Three new Americana tunes that will have you thinkin’ about the good times (and the old times)
Matt Wilson and Sinking City – “Enunciation, Pronunciation Blues”-If you’re a fan of New Orleans jazz and clever writing, definitely check out this unique song. It’s got that Frenchman Street charm to it, all the while utilizing some lovely “Nawlins” vernacular. The writing …
An Evening with Alex Amen – Rising Folk Singer Songwriter
by Scott Pearce, Guest Contributor Music Hall of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York October 27, 2026 I drove to Williamsburg on a Tuesday evening after work to find out if Alex Amen was real or an AI generation. Sixty-five miles, three bridges, the Holland …
Three new Americana singer songwriter tracks that add texture and nuance to this timeless genre
Elise LeBlanc – “Lavender Honey”-I adore a good toe-tapping love song. There’s a spirited two-step rhythm that keeps this track moving, which encourages the listener to take a spin on the dancefloor. It’s got vintage honky tonk energy right from the start. The …
Three new Americana tracks that will put you in that timeless headspace
Heavy Diamond Ring ft. Gregory Alan Isakov – “Take Whatever You Need”-It’s not every day that we get a submission featuring an icon like Gregory Alan Isakov, but here we did. It’s easy to hear why Isakov agreed to be a part of …
Three new Bluegrass and Americana tunes that will remind you of the timelessness of the genre
Tony Kamel and Kym Warner – “Gone, Boys”-When you think bluegrass, this is probably the sound you have in your mind. Driven by a well-struck mandolin and some sincere vocal harmonies. The guitar work is impressive as well. The pacing certainly fits in …
Three outstanding new Americana tracks that will remind you the genre is alive and well
Della Moorman – “Smoke in the Room”-When the first line of a song is, “there’s a ghost in the jukebox, there’s dust on the floorboards” you know you’re in for a treat. Name me one artist on Music Row who would even think …
Three new Americana tracks that will get your weekend playlist going
Grant Malloy Smith – “Tear Trail”-For those of you that know my other life as an educator, you might know that I’m a historian. So when a song like this comes across my desk, I’m immediately interested in the message that it’s going …
Three new alt country tracks that will have you ordering another round
Andrew Shier – “Rusted and Weathered”-From the time I started listening to artist like David Ramirez back in the day, I fell for alt country as a genre. It captures what I wish mainstream country would do. This track from Shier echoes that …
