Andrew Wilson Eskesen – “Night Terrors (Dani)”-This track has a bit of an Americana bluesy vibe to it, but we’re going to count it as folk here. The easy going rhythm and guitar-rooted sound works really well. The overall energy of the track …
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Three singer songwriters to charm us all this summer
Leila Marie – “I want to run into your arms” (ft. Curiocide, Joey Libertore)-This is a wonderful piece of music. I don’t know how the producer achieved the atmospheric style on the vocals, but it really works well. It’s like a fantasy. It’s …
Three Americana tracks to grab your attention this mid August
Music by KOTA – “Fine Line”-Everything from the syncopation to the show out guitars work on this track. The mix is ripe for a big crowd in a small venue with every person swaying to this beat. The song feels like soul and …
Three new rock-infused indie folk tracks to inspire your midweek
Sutter Zachman – “Matters in the dark”-It’s easy to hear why this track was a yes from me — the layered string work and quality vocal are evident right from the start. It sounds like a dream from the 70s brought to life …
Three new Americana tracks to bring some sunshine this early August (including a song of the year candidate)
Mike Fuller – “Ms Wrong”-If you’re looking for an upbeat classic rock flavored track with a clever lyrical style, check out Mike Fuller’s latest track “Ms. Wrong.” The electric guitar work on the track will make you think you’ve stumbled across some Canned …
Three new folk tracks to keep the genre moving forward
Marlo Mudd – “Wife”-The range of influences in this track is fascinating. I hear everything from 60s pop to modern folk singer songwriter. There are crispy electric guitars and honey-dipped vocals. The overall vibe blends together these various forces for something that feels …
Three Americana tracks to prove traditional music is still alive
Jane McNealy – “Chickee-ada-la-deeay”-In one of the most complicated song titles I’ve ever featured, Jane McNealy brings a clever bluegrass tune that feels like it could have been written in the 1940s. It harkens back to simpler times. Perhaps it will remind listeners …
Three acoustic singer songwriters to ask some philosophical questions
Christian Beck – “Suit and tie”-I appreciate the approachable sound here from Christian Beck. It’s a relatable feeling that will have a lot of listeners relating, either personally or connecting with a friend who made the choices Beck outlines in the lyrics. The …
Three Americana tracks to bring us all back to earth in crazy times
Casey Frazier – “The Shelf”-In a world that seems to be pretty hectic, encouraging people to turn to their vices for a false sense of comfort, Frazier brings some hard truth to the situation. While much country and Americana music glorifies drunk life, …
Three folk singer songwriters for your late July joy
Stephen Babcock – “Truth of the matter”-The relaxing acoustic guitar work on this track stood out to me right away. Babcock has a fluid style that connects different acoustic runs together for some very ear-pleasing work. The harmonies on the chorus, “you’re always …
