A few months ago a wonderful folk country band called The Rhinetones asked us to give their music a listen. After giving the album a quick spin, I found myself drawn to a certain element to their approach. It was honest, sincere, and …
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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 …
Sykamore – Petal – Powerhouse female singer songwriter Jordan Ostram
Sykamore is the moniker for powerhouse independent singer songwriter Jordan Ostram. Her commanding presence and confident musical ability soar on her new Canadian-influenced album. One part pop star, another part country artist, what Sykamore brings to the table is a rich talent and …
The Craven Family Band – The Flower Grown – Lancaster, PA Americana revival band reflects history and heritage
It’s not easy to make old time music sound good in the 21st century, but the Craven Family Band are experts at exactly that. They have a knack for both singing and songwriting in a way that sounds like the 1930s. But it …
The O’Pears – Our Own – Canadian female folk singers renew Andrews Sisters sound
The O’Pears are a band for people that miss the golden age of female vocalists. All with a seeming golden set of vocal chords, these young ladies know harmony better than their years might elude. Sounding like the Andrews Sister of a bygone …
Jesse Stockton – Thank You Very Kindly – Honest tenor vocals soar over folk string music
Jesse Stockton’s music is inviting and familiar. His voice is soothing but sincere and his songwriting is enjoyable. His high tenor vocals serve to give a distinctive sound to his mostly classic country flavor. Jesse Stockton, in short, is exactly the kind of …
End of ever – The Inside Out
Sometimes its difficult to find a “target audience” for a given album, but I can just tell its a really good album. There’s some middle ground between the Lilith Fair and the standard pop fans of the mid 90s that will really adore …
Elijah and the Moon – As Tall as the Sun
When people tell me all folk music sounds the same, I just want to slap them. Elijah and the Moon is the kind of folk music that show the wide variety of sounds that can be considered for the genre. Sounding like the …
Mission South – Migration Vol. 2
What few people will say about good rock music is that it’s not always the guitar licks or the heavy bass lines or even a good hi-hat… no, it’s the voice. Think about some of the classic rock vocalists of all time… Elvis, …
Fort Frances – The Atlas
Fort Frances has an ethereal vocal sound with a connected, raw acoustic guitar component. The component, almost the opposite of what has become “pop” rock is a strangely familiar and unique sound. Their unique combination of vocals and full band sound make them …
