10) Eva and the Vagabond Tales – Uncharted Ocean-Somewhere deep in my soul is a travelling vagabond who loves the idea of sitting around campfires every night playing music. That spirit feels good listening to this album from Eva and the Vagabond Tales. …
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2019 Song of the Year – Greg’s Picks
10) Royal Wood – “Make your mind up”-If you’ve been around my coverage in the past few years, you’ll know that gospel-influenced Americana is good for my soul. In the vein of another artist I love, Green River Ordinance, this tune from Royal …
Album Review: Mandolin Orange – Tides of a Teardrop
Several years ago Mandolin Orange put an album out that was essentially two full LPs and it was stunning. I covered it practically upon first listen. Since that initial virtual meeting with this duo, I’ve been delighted to cover their music. I am …
Greg’s 2016 Album of the Year: 10-1
Picking the best album of the year is a daunting task. Every year hundreds of thousands of people strum, hum, clink, and blurt. They heave and sigh over past loves, new experiences, and the beauty of the world around them. They wrestle with …
John Fullbright, Kiersten Holine, and Mandolin Orange – Singer songwriters and folk artists you need to know
Sometimes I just need to do a post of music I like. There’s no agenda here. I’m not being paid by these artists to promote their work. I can tell you that Fullbright has a new album *Songs* coming out soon. I don’t …
Best of 2013: Greg’s Top 10 Albums
It’s almost cliche to have a top ten list anymore, but it’s just something we love to do around here. It’s pretty incredible to find an album early in the year and have it last. It’s also wonderful to find something in early …
Best of 2013: Greg’s Top Songs, 10-1
Now these are the best. Some of these are not only contenders for best songs of the year, but best I’ve ever heard. It was a really good year. 10. Mandolin Orange, “Cavalry” -From finger-picking melodies to well-delivered lyric lines, the duo harmonies …
Mandolin Orange – This Side of Jordan – Americana duo brings soothing harmonies
Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz are a perfect music match. Their voices and overall music ethos click in track after track of their band Mandolin Orange. There’s always a bit of concern when an amazing band comes out with a new album. Will …