Westin & Mowry – “Heart off the shelf”-Sometimes this song feels like a vintage 70s pop song, other times it feels like a modern folk tune, and sometimes… well I just don’t know. It is really good either way. The lead vocal is …
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Three new Americana/country tracks for your midweek
CF Watkins – “Dogwood”-I don’t play favorites when I cover music, but I do have to admit CF Watkins is one of my favorite finds of 2020. The glowing, old time sentiments of this track (and others from Watkins) are enough to restore …
Three talented story-telling songwriters you need in your life
Lily Kershaw – “Now and then” ft. Goody Grace-When Lily Kershaw sings “remember the way that I love you” with that little crack in her voice… oh. my. word. It is so good. There’s a richness and sincerity in this performance that I …
Three brand new Americana artists to steal your attention
Teller and the Tale – “Rodeo”-I am a really big fan of the electric guitar on this new track from Teller and the Tale. It reminds me of Needtobreathe or Rayland Baxter. The lead vocal fits in that company, resonating and soaring over …
Three folk songsters to put on your playlist
Age of the Bear – “Have yet to die”-If you’re looking for acoustic folk music, consider Age of the Bear. There’s a relaxing sentiment here that will pull you in right away. I am impressed by the easy going blending in the vocals …
Three rich and rewarding Americana songs to remind you why you love the genre
Eliza Edens – “Years go by”-There’s a grittiness to this track from Eliza Edens that wins me right away. The guitar feels unfettered, free with Edens harnessing its power. The two dance together to express some deep, even sometimes dark poetic lyricism. By …
Three exciting new tracks featuring Parker Ainsworth, Ron Pope, and Marc Scibilia
Parker Ainsworth – “The way that it was”-If you’re a fan of classic folk and Americana music, you’ll dig this new tune from Parker Ainsworth. In fact, you might wonder what year it is. It feels like a lot of different historical moments …
Three new Americana tunes for loyal fans
Juni Habel – “Run dry”-The fingerpicking in this track is really good. I appreciate the intimate recording style here that makes it feel like the listener is inside the song. The lead vocal is smooth and demands your attention. This is classic Americana …
Three Americana tracks that’ll put a smile on your face
Skyway Man – “Old swingin’ bell”-These lyrics are hilarious and amazing. Imagine a gospel tune about drinking a stiff drink. It’s really great. I love everything about the spirit and style of this track. The throwback energy is excellent. I feel like I …
Three Americana tracks featuring different textures of the genre
Isak Thomas and the Stoop Boys – “Out of time”-If you’ve been around my writing for any length of time, you know that I am a fan of retro soul. Isak Thomas and the Stoop Boys tap into that with a brilliant contribution …
