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Known as a bass-toting sideman for artists like Jonny Fritz and Andrew Combs, Jackson, Tennessee’s own The Kernal is headed to center stage with the release of his forthcoming debut, Light Country, out on John Paul White’s own Single Lock Records on March 3rd. “I’ve been waiting to put this out for a while, and... Continue Reading →
Many sites have crafted all manner of "Best Of 2016" lists, reviews, and other musical offerings--we decided not to partake this year, because honestly, we go to great lengths to feature only the best music all year long--and what a year it's been! In 2016, Mother Church Pew reviewed over 40 stellar releases from amazing... Continue Reading →
John Paul White’s new album, Beulah, isn’t a happy album. A cursory glance at the song titles, “Make You Cry”, “Hope I Die”, and “I’ll get Even”, to name a few, offers clues to the album’s darker subject matter. However, don’t let that deter you from experiencing the wonders of Beulah, John Paul White’s first... Continue Reading →
John Paul White has announced that he will release a highly-anticiptated new album, Beulah, on August 19th, his first solo work in nearly a decade. Beulah, produced by Ben Tanner (Alabama Shakes) and White, was recorded in Muscle Shoals at the renowned FAME Studios and at White’s own Single Lock Studios, which he founded and runs with Ben Tanner and Will Trapp.... Continue Reading →
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Andy Baxter, who, with Kyle Jahnke, comprises folkicana duo Penny and Sparrow. The pair released their delicious new album, Let A Lover Drown You, on March 11th via Single Lock Records, and were en route to a venue in Seattle: Andy: Social media has been kind, and... Continue Reading →
The United Kingdom ruled music in the 60s, Laurel Canyon dominated the 70s—now, it’s Nashville’s turn, and producer Dave Cobb is leading the revolution. With today’s release of Southern Family, his latest gift to the world—I’m going to go ahead and call it a masterpiece, and so will you as soon as you listen to... Continue Reading →
“When you called, I saw ‘Tennessee’ pop up on the cell phone; usually it’s New York, California, or somewhere like that these days and I was like ‘finally! I get to talk to a Southerner,’" says Jay Burgess, in his gentle, easygoing drawl. Burgess, the frontman of Alabama Americana outfit The Pollies, was at home on... Continue Reading →