Ben Meyers – “Thunder”-There’s a driving rhythm to this track that I really appreciate. The expressive vocal style goes a long time in connecting the track to a wide range of genres. This is not the typical Americana that a lot of curators …
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Three Americana tunes to celebrate love this spring
Jake Whiskin – “Heavy”-This might not be your grandpa’s Americana, but we’re happy to support this creative flavor on a timeless genre. Whiskin’s vocal is absolutely engaging. You can hear every word of the lyrics on this evocative, folk-rooted acoustic sound. The melody …
Three brand new Americana tunes that caught our ear recently
Sarah King – “Poison”-What do you say to a man who won’t listen? Great question! The gospel-tinged piano work on this track immediately struck my attention. The lead vocal from King is, in a word, breathtaking. The combination of these effects (and all …
Three tracks with classic Americana and country energy
American Sparrow – “Little lovebird”-If you asked me to describe Americana music in 2021 to someone who had never heard it, I would describe a sound pretty darn close to this. There’s a nice strumming energy, a quality lead vocal, and a banjo …
Three Americana tunes that will make you miss the old days (even if you didn’t live through them)
Andrew Wilson Eskesen – “Ruins”-What. a. debut. This is the only track available from this talented singer songwriter. I was shocked that such an accomplished sound is coming from this artist with his first solo release. The Americana energy on this one is …
Three Americana tracks to make you think about the past and the future
GoldenOak – “Islands”-If you’re looking for a crispy modern folk style, go no further than GoldenOak’s great new style. The electric guitar really shines through on this one and the vocals are really well done. It’s got a moving rhythm to it that’s …
Three acoustic folk tunes to remind you why you started following our site
Ben Matchett – “Damn this feeling”-The easy going guitar work on this track is just the access point, but the more you listen the more you will be impressed by the pickin. Matchett’s vocal is also really good quality. The combination is a …
Three Americana tracks to capture your heart
Lullanas – “I have met my love today” (John Prine cover)-You had me at “John Prine.” You won my heart at those vocal harmonies. Oh my word this is a beautiful piece of music. I don’t know much about the connection between the …
Three captivating Americana tunes that keep the genre alive
The Roseline – “Seven Hundred Second Chances”-The layers of this song from the organ to the guitars and, of course, the quality lead vocal all come together for a sound that is quintessential Americana. The inflection of the vocal even feels like it’s …
Three Americana tunes to help you feel some deep emotions
Mac Greer – “Say it to my face”-There’s an authenticity to Mac Greer’s voice that is incredible. It reminds me most closely of Tyler Childers, but even still, Greer stands on his own. This song is full of emotional power and energy. If …
