Raising Daughters – “House Song”-If you’re looking for a song that seems to bring together all the best of the down home sound, definitely click on this one. Harmonies? Gottem. A classic instrumentation that feels timeless? Got that too. And a sense of …
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Three new folk tunes that will remind you why you love this old time storytelling genre
Brook St – “Crystal Palace Park”-There’s a chill, understated energy to this track that definitely caught my attention from first listen. The vocal harmonies are subtle yet satisfying. The poetic lyrical work is really well done. If you’ve ever been with someone that …
Album Review: J.S. Mahlon – Childhood
If you’re looking for a well-produced album with some wonderful singer songwriter elements, definitely consider this new contribution from J.S. Mahlon. It’s the type of album that’s nice to put on and ruminate, a soundtrack for meditation or focused work that reflects beautiful …
Three Americana tracks to help you end the year on a good note
Cat Rose Smith – “What I’m For”-Cat Rose Smith is one of those artists that I don’t know personally, but I feel like I know because of the connection the music forges. The calm and accessible instrumentation is delicate Americana, allowing the listener …
Three outstanding singer songwriters making folk music you’ll be glad to discover
Glenn Kye – “Life Together”-Something about this song reminds me of community. Whether it’s church or a neighborhood gathering, the “rally around the campfire” vibe here is too good to pass up. The inflection of the lead vocal is outstanding and the harmonies …
Three alt country tracks that will help listeners connect with the roots of the genre
Clover County – “Under These Conditions”-This might be the latest entry to the song of the year running that I’ve ever had, but it’s so good I have to include it. Clover County has this sound that is endearing and inviting in one …
Three new tracks within the Americana subgenre that are not on your radar (but should be)!
Tania Elizabeth – “What you need”-There’s a calmness in this vocal that captures my attention with every listen. I’m sure there are some good comps in classic country music to this vocal, but honestly I think Tania Elizabeth deserves to stand on her …
A pair of country tracks that will make you glad you follow indie music and not the mainstream radio
King Kyote – “Blackbird”-The energy of this track is engaging right from the start. I hesitate to compare the vocal to Chris Stapleton, but there is definitely some similar intonation and style going on. This track has an easygoing energy that makes the …
Three exceptional songs in the alt country and Americana space that will stop you in your tracks
young friend – “the real deal”-This is a song about contrast; there’s a story about a family member losing everything in a broken marriage and how the main character here doesn’t want to follow a similar fate. What a concept! There’s a raw, …
Three new Americana tracks that bring in a wide range of influences for polished sounds
Andrew Beck – “Anywhere I’ll Go”-If you’re a fan of chill acoustic guitar work, definitely give this track a spin. Andrew Beck has the type of rasp in his vocal that makes you believe he’s experienced what he’s singing about. I’ll be honest …
