Wolf van Elfmand – “Heavy”-There’s a calming acoustic sentiment at the core of this track that is sure to catch a lot of listeners’ attention. The lyrics roll nicely from concept to concept. The main idea is about having someone weigh heavy on …
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Three Americana tracks to help get you through this mid week
CJ Williams – “Running backwards”-I was hooked on this song the first time I heard it. I like everything from the beat to the guitar work and of course the expressive vocal. The whole thing comes together for something that feels like it …
Three thoughtful and evocative folk singer songwriter pieces you need to hear
The Light the Heat – “Morning Light”-There’s an acoustic energy to this track that provides a sweet bed for the rest of the song to emerge. The lyrics are beautiful, evoking thoughts of someone who is your “morning light” and shines through the …
Three singer songwriters you’ll want for a calming playlist
Lewis Knaggs – “I’ll survive”-It’s hard to put a genre tag on this song because it has elements of pop, folk, and of course the amorphous term “singer songwriter.” Here’s what I do know about this song, though. It’s beautiful. Knaggs has the …
Three modern folk artists keeping the classic style of the genre alive
Jon Allen – “Can’t stop now”-If you’re looking for a chilled out throwback folk rock sound, give Jon Allen a spin. Everything from the relatable hook to the easy going overall rhythm make it a great song. Something about the slight rasp in …
Three outstanding Americana tunes in the alt country vein sure to impress listeners
Lindsay Everly – “Queen Bandit”-This track is a fantastic vibe about a tough woman. The language is about keeping your distance from someone who is willing and able to defend herself. It reminds me of an anthem from a TV show or film. …
Three of the sweetest singer songwriter tracks you’ll ever hear
Bethany Sorenson – “Impossible things”-There’s a sentimentality at the heart of this track that really works well. The piano style feels just right for the thoughtful and engaging lyrical style. Sorenson’s approachable gentleness helps to create a lullaby-like style. I suspect that the …
Three Americana tunes that will steal your heart and give it back bigger than ever
Curtis Phagoo – “Makin hay”-Have you ever seen those bumper stickers that say “if you ate today, thank a farmer?” Well, Phagoo’s song is about farmers. It’s got a great classic 70s style of narrative folk. It reminds me of something that could …
Three Americana tracks to bring some energy to your playlists for the weekend
Dean Winter and the Heat – “Up and Break”-If you’re an Americana fan, you only need to listen to one line of this song and you’ll know exactly who I’m about to compare them to… yep, that’s right… Jason Isbell. And he’s gosh …
Three indie folk tracks that bring lyrical variety and musical quality
Souveneer – “Origin story”-There’s a complexity to this song that I really can’t do justice in a short review. The lyrics have layers of complexity about crafting your identity. It reminds me a bit of 90s alt rock mixed with esoteric poetry. Even …
