From the very first notes of “Tuscarora,” the opening track of Strong Water’s latest album Bearfoot, we sonically soar through the verdant Virginia landscape that the band calls home. With stretches of singing fiddle and bubbling banjo rolls, the band… Continue Reading
It’s a common understanding that the strongest trees have the deepest roots–in their new EP In Bloom, folk-pop trio VON GREY celebrates their acoustic roots and spreads their wings of independence. The six-song gem features new tunes and breathes life into… Continue Reading
When American Aquarium releases new recordings every couple of years, the bulk of their songs often come straight from the observations and life experiences of lead singer BJ Barham. In their upcoming June 1st release Things Change, that fact garners… Continue Reading
Anthemic acoustic guitar riffs mixed with contemplative finger-picked melodies. Lyrics spanning from reflective to whiskey-drunk. Dramatic vocal builds alongside gentle harmonies. Waves of folk crashing against shoals of rock and blues. Together, these traits define both the heart of Americana… Continue Reading
The combination of great songwriting and great singing causes a chemical reaction in the brain–not that lightbulb, ah-ha kind of moment, but a subtle click that causes an ensuing tsunami of emotion and harmony that works so well together, you… Continue Reading
See You Around, the much-anticipated debut album from I’m With Her, sounds as natural and opiate as one would expect of a release combining the talents of three of folk music’s most accomplished musicians, songwriters, and vocalists. What’s more is that… Continue Reading
Undiscovered musical talent is all around us; sometimes, it opportunely breaks into the national consciousness—and, through the magic of the internet, there are no limits to music’s reach, and sharing it has become simple. Austin-based Johnny Dango’s new album Dear Everybody,… Continue Reading
It’s so refreshing when artists challenge themselves to push the boundaries of their previous work, when you can’t help but know that each word, phrase, and musical note is carefully crafted and precisely placed. Siblings Tyler and Maggie Heath, who… Continue Reading
Trout Steak Revival has nothing to prove, yet everything to show off in their fourth album, Spirit To The Sea, set for release on November 3rd. This Colorado-based quintet displays growth and maturity as they reach great heights in their… Continue Reading
The Infamous Stringdusters, with their marathon touring schedule, have somehow found time to drop their 3rd release this year. Undercover Vol. 2 offers an incredible follow-up to their highly-touted Undercover EP from 2015. The album offers a way for the… Continue Reading