The Rounder Circle – “California Bound”-Everything about this song feels just right to me, from the expressive guitar to the mandolin highlights and the expressive lead vocal. There’s a soft sincerity in the lyrical message about the hope of moving to California. The …
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Three sweet tracks showing the tender side of Americana
Hills of Belgium – “Sourwood Mountain”-So the highest compliment I could give this song is that when I clicked play on it, I was reminded of reenactments and festivals I’ve been to with authentic 19th century music. This tune and overall style reminds …
Three intriguing new Americana tracks that will get your toes tapping and open your heart
Zach Short – “Building a Home”-If you’re looking for an up tempo style of Americana, definitely check out this acoustic track from Zach Short. It’s about cooperation, working together, and the joys of doing life together. It’s romantic, sure, but it’s also about …
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 …
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 new alt country tracks for fans of the real deal
Remy Sher – “Barstow”-The first thing I did when I heard this song was share it with a friend of mine who is a songwriter. If that’s not an endorsement, I don’t know what is. It’s a beautiful story that shows how broken …
Three new tracks in the Americana and alt country vein that will absolutely make your day
Nightingale Radio – “Savannah”-This is a heartache song with the sorrow of an old time photograph. The expressive vocal style on this one immediately stood out to me. The lyrics are about being in “awe” of “the way you made the words lilt.” …
Three brand new Americana tracks to make you think of the old days
IZHAV – “Freight train”-One of the oldest themes in country and Americana songwriting is the freight train. Train hopping, hoboing, traveling the country as a way to leave rough beginning or to head to promising new places is a trenchant theme. This track …
Three new country tunes that actually sound like country music (and not pop)
Riddy Arman – “Spirits, Angels, or Lies” -If you’re looking for a real heart breaking country song, check out Riddy Arman’s fantastic “Spirits, Angels, or Lies.” This is the kind of country music that doesn’t need a qualifier. It’s not alt. It’s not …
Three Americana tunes showing off the versatility of the genre
Of Sea and Stone – “The day before everything”-If you love folk duos, you need to know about Of Sea and Stone. I’ve had the privilege of covering this band a few times now and they are a delight every time. Everything from …
