The Fisherman Three – “The Last Time”-If you’re a sucker for a good stand-up bass (and I am), then this song is an instant “yes!” The lead vocal does a great job of carrying that narrative folk song, which tells a story that …
Tag Archives: Americana
Three tracks in the Americana space that overflow with authenticity
SJ Hill – “Tonight”-If you’re a fan of bluesy rock music, there’s a lot to like about this track from SJ Hill. I adore the way the organ creates a sense of depth right from the start, but it’s the vocal that wins …
Three tracks at the unique intersection of Americana and alt country
Nathan Evans Fox – “Hillbilly Hymn (Okra and Cigarettes)”-This is one of the most unique songs I’ve found in all of 2025. It does something that I absolutely love… blending the sacred and the profane. This is lived life for me; it’s not …
Three new Americana tunes that will remind you of the timeless quality of the genre
The Burney Sisters – “South of Tennessee”-I’m not sure if I’ve covered these sisters before or if I’ve just listened to this track so many times that it feels like it’s been around for years. I love this sound from the Burney Sisters. …
Three new bands at the intersection of folk and classic rock for fans of Dawes
House Above The Sun – “King of the Valley (Restless Idealist)”-In typical folk rock fashion, this track is ultimately the story of a broken relationship and the unfortunate turn to alcohol for soothing. “It’s just another cold and lonely morning…” is the repeated …
Three Americana tracks that are a bit sweeter than you expect (in a good way)
Sara Trunzo – “One Small Step”-I hate that I do this, but I think every time I’ve written about Sara Trunzo so far I’ve mentioned how much she reminds me Olivia Ellen Lloyd. To be honest, though, since Lloyd won my album of …
EP Review: The Sons of Guns – You Shine the Sun
If you’re a fan of the type of folk music we typically feature on this site, you’ll definitely want to check out this new EP from The Sons of Guns. There’s a real sense of momentum to these songs, moving along with an …
Album Review: Jelly Ellington – Glow
Fans of Americana that features rock guitars are going to find a lot to like with this new album from Jelly Ellington. This album is right in the sweet spot, combining multiple genres that all swirl around the central theme of “Americana” music. …
Discover a pair of rootsy country tracks that will make you feel “homesick for somewhere I never been”
Abby Webster – “I Wanna Live!”-If you’re a fan of traditional country music sounds, this track definitely connects. The banjo is absolutely excellent. The lyrics have this hard edge to them, encountering drinking and smoking again. It’s about having a “hard time being …
Three new Americana tracks that echo with the sounds of the past
Joe Nolan – “Too Much Time to Kill”-If you’re a fan of authentic acoustic guitar with meaningful lyrics, you’ll find a lot to like with this new track from Joe Nolan. There’s a plaintive element to the delivery that feels minimalist in all …
