10) Mackin Carroll – “Vampires”-When I say this song came out of nowhere for me, I mean that. I had never heard of Mackin Carroll. I’m not even sure I know how to identify the genre of this song. Is it Americana? Is …
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Album of the Year: Greg’s Top 5-1
5) Hollow Coves – Blessings-I rarely put EPs on this list, so you know if this one is in the top five that it has to be good. Well, it’s not good — it’s AMAZING. This is a breathtakingly beautiful piece of work. …
Three Americana tunes to help you enjoy the weekend
Olivia Ellen Lloyd – “In the valley”-If you’ve been around my Americana coverage much this year, you’ve seen Lloyd’s name a few times. I can’t get enough of this minimalistic, genuine Americana style. Lloyd’s poetic writing and pointed, sincere vocal, reminds me of …
Three indie folk tracks to jump start your week
Dylan Dunlap – “Soldier on”-Sometimes I think the term “inspirational” is overused, but I really do find Dunlap’s composition here to be inspirational. It’s the kind of composition that combines incredible harmonies with this sense of perserverance. Reflect a bit on where you’ve …
Three chilled out Americana tunes for your new week
Olivia Ellen Lloyd – “Loose Cannon”-This is an incredible song. I like every part of it. I like the acoustic guitar, the lead vocal, and especially the vocal harmonies. The lyrics are introspective and engaging. If you have ever looked back on your …
Summer 2020 Singer Songwriter Virtual Festival – Part 4
Joe Parsons – “Pilot”-If you’re looking for a singer songwriter that creates something you have never heard before, give Joe Parsons a spin. There’s some delightful folk energy in the opening, but as the song develops it hits on several other genres. The …
