We have officially entered the smack-dab center of Summer, which can be a slow time for high profile new releases. But it’s never too late or too early to consider music that’ll move you and make you want to move. […]
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This week our reviewers have taken a look at some releases that ring with authenticity. There’s Sara Watkins, shedding any remaining kid sister image with an album that’s all grown up and equal parts rock and reflection. Tommy Womack nails […]
Sure, this week’s new releases spotlight starts off with the Avett Brothers, who just unleashed a full album of downer tunes. But even downer tunes can occasionally be delightful. Indeed, we’re digging into some music this week that delivers pure […]
“Atomic Number” by case/lang/veirs from the self-titled album, available now. case/lang/veirs is a one-of-a-kind album from Neko Case, k.d. lang, and Laura Veirs.
Couchville Sessions, the new album from venerable Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Darrell Scott, was released on May 13 via Full Light Records. Ever the unconventional artist, Scott has always forged his own path. He has penned hit songs for mainstream artists, and […]
Anyone who’s tuned into Elizabeth Cook’s “Apron Strings” radio show on Sirius XM probably wouldn’t peg her as the dark sort, but her latest album is full of raw and honest explorations of life’s darker sides. You can read more […]
Aside from family bands, there is no stronger thread in American roots music than the power of a strong collaboration. Whether it’s the importance of paying one final tribute to a great artist who has passed away (see: Allen Toussaint), […]
This week, we’re all about digging up deep roots. It kicks off with a meaty 45th anniversary collection from Alligator Records – the brightest blues label around. As reviewer Grant Britt notes, anywhere you enter the collection, you’ll strike pay […]
Produced by Bill Reynolds of Band of Horses, Weight of the World — the debut album from Western Centuries (June 3, Free Dirt Records) — introduces a group of roots music mavericks with influences ranging from early rhythm and blues all […]
Sure, music can help us look out at the world with fresh eyes and a clear mind. But it can also help us look in the mirror with a clearer view. This week’s spotlight turns toward a handful of artists […]
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