Tag: americana
Lyrics Of Two: “Let’s Make This Earth From House To Home” – a potential utopia
In a seemingly indefinite era of violence and indifference, philosophers can prove to be radicals by simply telling us what we should already know. The [more…]
Dave Vargo: “Burning Through” hits all the right rhythms and mood notes
The album “Burning Through” by Dave Vargo clearly deserves a 5 star rating, but just I want to get my two cents worth in there [more…]
Grant Maloy Smith: “DUST BOWL – AMERICAN STORIES” – the undeniable link between music, people and nature
When we listen to award-winning Americana singer-songwriter, Grant Maloy Smith, we often hear a shrug, a battered heart, and the steely reason of hard-earned wisdom [more…]
Steady Work: “Identity Theft” – a powerful songwriter and an even better storyteller
Dallas Schwake aka Steady Work, is an independent music artist based out of Colorado Springs, CO. Originally a Mississippi Native, Dallas moved to Colorado in [more…]
Dustin Steen: “Mixed Genres” – a profound personality with a caring heart and a thinking mind
With an onslaught of pressure from modern record labels to produce high-selling records frequently and consistently, and the need to secure a loyal consumer base, [more…]
Americana band The Muddy Roses practically deserve their own genre!
The San Francisco-based band, The Muddy Roses, consists of three primary collaborators – Elizabeth Lewis (Lead Vocals), John LoGiudici (Vocals, Guitars) and Diana Greenberg (Vocals, Violin, [more…]
Billy Roberts and the Rough Riders: “No One Knows Me” is connected to the juice of rock and roll
From the opening jangle run of “No One Knows Me”, the song provides a showcase for Billy Roberts and the Rough Riders’ consistent craftsmanship and evolving [more…]
Eddy Mann: “The Consequence” brings in some lush, warm canvasses
The past couple of years have presented the market with multiple artists reinventing the acoustic folk genre by dragging the music kicking and screaming into [more…]
Uncle Brent and the NostoneMusic Band: “Bobbing for Crapples” – heartfelt songs, a fearless unbridled sound, and a timeless feeling!
Uncle Brent and the NostoneMusic Band is an acoustic Americana Rock band that resides in the Austin area and book performances throughout in Texas. Uncle [more…]
The Soap Boxers: “Monster” – an amazing ensemble inventing a whole new style!
The Soap Boxers are an indie roots rock band with a twist of folk, pop and blues from Austin, Texas, consisting of Jeff Norby (Vocals/Keys), [more…]
Red Porch Kid: “Rocketship” blends rustic Americana with stylish ambient soundscapes
Indie boffins have a way of being overly pretentious, of valuing groups and artists who are only marginally interesting. They claim genius for artists simply [more…]
Calle Ameln: The new single “I Know My Whiskey” hits home quickly and deeply!
Swedish singer-songwriter Calle Ameln, is back with a brand new single, entitled “I Know My Whiskey”. The song which has just been officially released to [more…]
Ben Brookes Belcher: “Place In The Sun” – confident and assured, backed by a crystal-clear production!
Singer-songwriter Ben Brookes Belcher first picked up a guitar at the age of ten, and the excitement that he feels when he picks up his [more…]
Cranky George: “Nighttime” – There are layers of beauty here!
Cranky George, the folk-influenced indie-rock band featuring actor Dermot Mulroney and co-founder of The Pogues, James Fearnley, released the first single from their upcoming debut full-length album, Fat Lot of [more…]
The Famous Unknown: “Greatest Hits” pulls from both Indie Rock and Americana strains
The Famous Unknown is a trio from the Southwest Suburban area of Chicago that has been making music since 2010. Collectively they have over 25 years [more…]
Americana Prog Rockers Birds Over Arkansas Release “So Much Sky” Single
On Stirring “So Much Sky” Single, Americana Prog Rockers Birds Over Arkansas Provide Poignant Reminder of Personal Sacrifices Like Reinhold Rudenberg, the scientist subject of [more…]
Mike Scully: “Take Me When You Go” possesses both a poet’s ear and a truth-teller’s heart
I think Mike Scully is an extraordinary singer and songwriter. His impassioned songs can veer between the exhausting struggles of life and heartbreaking episodes of [more…]
The Copas Brothers: “Copas 2016 Americana Deluxe” – an authentic trip through Americana
Consider that “Copas 2016 Americana Deluxe” is an album released by a band who played their first gig on March 3,1974 at Club Le Cheval [more…]
Troy Lindsey: “One Drop” – robust and surefooted!
Troy Lindsey has been described as “the epitome of a rolling stone”, and “a wandering prophet”. I would add, “A modern-day troubadour”. Either way, he [more…]
