Evan Effres – “Second to none”-We’ve covered Effres a few times here in recent memory; it’s easy to hear what we like about the style. The guitar is always good, but it’s Effres’s expressive vocal style that continues to stand out. There’s a …
Tag Archives: Americana
Three energizing Americana tracks
Brett Fromson – “Pillowcase Blues”-There are a lot of different versions of Americana out there, so when we look for this genre we get a wide range of styles. This up tempo banjo style track immediately stood out from the crowd. The elements …
Three incredible singer songwriter tracks that all make my SONG OF THE YEAR CANDIDATE list
Ocie Elliott – “Eyes fall”-This is an incredible acoustic song. It’s got the soul of some really iconic folk singers all while providing this fresh, modern flavor as well. Elliott’s vocal inflection is absolutely perfect for the genre. The subtle vocal harmony feels …
Three unique takes on the catchall genre of Americana
Love, DEAN – “Put on a record”-Oh… soul. Oh my soul that’s some soul. This new track from Love, DEAN called “Put on a record” is soulful, delightful, and genre-bendingly good. The lead vocal is out of this world good. I genuinely appreciate …
Three delightful new acoustic Americana tracks
Tommy Goodroad – “The Martian (That don’t bother me at all)”-When I received the two Tommy Goodroad submissions last week, I couldn’t help but connect with both of them almost immediately. The immediate comparison that popped into my head is the legendary Blaze …
Three songs right on that folk and Americana line that we’re happy to support
Jenner Fox – “Buffalo”-The acoustic guitar on this track is really intriguing. The lead vocal does a nice job of expressing a clear sentiment. The concept of “learning how to love” seems to permeate the lyrics beyond the first verse. There’s a light …
Three Americana tracks preserving the heart of the genre
Miss Leo – “I’ve endured” (Ola Belle Reed cover)-When a song starts “born in the mountains” there’s a really good chance that it’s going to be a quality track. Miss Leo’s cover of the Ola Belle Reed song “I’ve endured” is the Americana …
Three Americana tracks to grab your attention this mid August
Music by KOTA – “Fine Line”-Everything from the syncopation to the show out guitars work on this track. The mix is ripe for a big crowd in a small venue with every person swaying to this beat. The song feels like soul and …
Three new Americana tracks to bring some sunshine this early August (including a song of the year candidate)
Mike Fuller – “Ms Wrong”-If you’re looking for an upbeat classic rock flavored track with a clever lyrical style, check out Mike Fuller’s latest track “Ms. Wrong.” The electric guitar work on the track will make you think you’ve stumbled across some Canned …
Three Americana tracks to prove traditional music is still alive
Jane McNealy – “Chickee-ada-la-deeay”-In one of the most complicated song titles I’ve ever featured, Jane McNealy brings a clever bluegrass tune that feels like it could have been written in the 1940s. It harkens back to simpler times. Perhaps it will remind listeners …



