I don’t know if I’ve ever had my love for a band be so much focused on one particular song. That song, in the case of Water Liars, is their song “Linens.” From the intricate writing to the overall sound, it’s a fantastic …
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Les Enfants – Les Enfants EP – Update* band renamed EZRA VINE (link in article)
If you’ve been checking out the music I’ve found here lately (Bears of Legend, Being Buffalo, Wooly and the Mammoth) you’re seeing a common thread. These are indie pop folk bands, to one extent or another, and I’m happy to add Les Enfants …
Lissie – “Shameless”
There aren’t very many people that get rock music right. I don’t mean the sort of hum-drum alt rock outfits out there. No, I mean real rock and roll that captures the attitude of rebellion and angst that defined the genre. Lissie’s vocals, …
The Hems – Those Early Years
From my first listen of The Hems I was reminded of Justin Townes Earle, Mandolin Orange, and a little bit of Emmy Lou Harris. That’s pretty incredible company. I settled in with a fine beverage and embraced the acoustic sounds of Americana… bluegrass… …
Being Buffalo – Start the Fire EP
An EP has to be pretty exceptional for me to devote a review to it. Usually I prefer to give the “hey check this out” quick mention in the context of another post. But from first listen of Being Buffalo you will hear …
Sara Watkins – Folkadelphia Session
Even though “free music” is kind of Casey’s gig, this is totally an awesome thing right here. If you’re not savvy on the Folkadelphia Sessions, then getchu some. Here’s a beautiful little recording of the incomparable Sara Watkins. I know she’s not emerging …
Wooly and the Mammoth – at bay
Anthemic folk music has almost become a cliché in the 21st century music landscape, but please DO NOT take these Brooklyn folk rockers lightly. They have a delightful full sound that is well worth your time and attention. From strings to harmonies (and …
Joe Johnson – Who’s Gonna Go Your Bond
Sometimes I find some really incredible mountain music. This is far from “emerging.” In fact, this music is older than everyone who will read this post… if their ages were added together. (Including my grandma… thanks grandma!)
The Stacks – How Can a Poor Man Stand Such Times and Live?
We often feature these roots-country duos that bring a healthy dose of strings and harmonies to our ears. One of the more intriguing YT “follows” is Kent State University’s “Folk Alley,” which seems to find some of the off-the-beaten-path artists that we love. …
Coming Soon: Josh Turner, Coyote Armada, and Larkin Dodgen
I’ve been a fan of Josh Turner, the YouTube guitar genius, for years now. He is now a student at Butler University and posted a few exciting announcements, including a new college band of his. As cool as Coyote Armada might be, I’m …
