Jason Ewald – “Much at all”-I’m not sure what to call this track genre wise, but it’s definitely a timeless little Americana tune with a lot of character. I guess it’s most noticably an off-shoot of the great American jazz tradition. Some of …
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Three new Americana tunes for your tender hearted weekend
Hayden Arp – “Holding on”-This song starts off good and swells to an excellent track. I really love the harmonies on this track. There’s a lush quality to the composition here. I definitely find myself humming and singing along with this one. The …
Three captivating brand new tracks that prove they do still make music “like they used to”
Sam Rappaport – “Til the morning comes”-I’m an absolute sucker for a good bluesy piano and this track has it in spades. I love the expressive melodic style throughout the track. I like the way the standup bass gives it that extra layer …
Three exciting new folk songs for late January
Jonny and Clyde – “Redbird”-Something about this track feels Old World to me. Then again, something about this song feels like 90s punk music as well. The combination, especially with the acoustic guitar root, feels really rewarding in the end. The whole composition …
Three creative takes on acoustic folk music for your midweek joy
Aaron Espe – “Free”-There’s a delicate, intentional delightfulness to this song. I appreciate the way that Espe’s voice bounces on the “top” of the recording. I can’t quite explain it in different words, but there’s a lighthearted peacefulness to this song that gets …
Three chilled out Americana tunes for your new week
Olivia Ellen Lloyd – “Loose Cannon”-This is an incredible song. I like every part of it. I like the acoustic guitar, the lead vocal, and especially the vocal harmonies. The lyrics are introspective and engaging. If you have ever looked back on your …
Three Americana tracks proving that the genre is alive and well in 2021
Danny Rose – “Lassie’s song”-The first time I heard this song, I had to search for it to see if it was a cover. Honestly, Danny Rose is one of the most convincing narrative folk singers I’ve heard in nearly a decade of …
Three unique textures in Americana music in 2020
davidwallace – “Forget who we are”-If you’re a fan of timeless rock music, you’ll enjoy this track from davidwallace. I find that that chorus has a rewarding repetition to it. The overall energy of the track will get your toes tapping. I rarely …
Three Americana pieces for late December bliss
Leeann Skoda – “Still”-The acoustic guitar work on this track definitely sets a mood. Once Skoda’s vocal enters the track, I am transported into a sublime place. I really appreciate the tenderness to the song. It might be easy to mention comparisons to …
Three Americana tunes to keep you honest this year’s end
Andy Kahrs – “When will my heart be free?”-This track carries the weight of the world on its shoulders. It reminds me of something Woody Guthrie used to do in being able to make macro problems hit really close to home. I appreciate …
