Live Show Review: Hugh Masterson

Hugh Masterson is a wonder--that was my impression after seeing him perform at Portland’s Mississippi Studios recently.  This Wisconsin-born Nashville resident handily won the crowd’s hearts and souls with his road-worn brand of Americana.  Touring with the venerable Lindi Ortega to showcase his debut EP, Lost + Found,  Masterson took us with him through his... Continue Reading →

Video Premiere: “Tidal Wave” by Roger Street Friedman

In January, singer/songwriter Roger Street Friedman released his masterwork, Shoot The Moon, via Rock Ridge Music; brimming with hook-laden, emotionally resonant rockicana, the 54 year old cohesively stitches together reflective vignettes from his real-life experiences, in a stunning display of vulnerability and bravery. “When my dad passed away in 2004 it really hit me that this... Continue Reading →

MCP Sessions: K Phillips – “Nobody Does It”

With his new album, Dirty Wonder, Tennessee-by-way-of West Texas troubadour K Phillips embodies the diverse sounds and styles of his Lone Star state upbringing. The album, released on March 10th via Rock Ridge Music, features "Nobody Does It," a frank conversation between soon-to-be ex-lovers framed up inside an easy-going groover. We met up with K and... Continue Reading →

Interview: Matt Brown

“Yeah, I guess it’s kind of creepy,” laughs soulful songcrafter Matt Brown about naming his baby blue Fender Telecaster. “I have lots of guitars, but ‘Stella’ and I have a special bond. I think every player has that ‘one’ guitar. She’s irreplaceable.” The Washington native with an old soul got Stella at the turning point in his... Continue Reading →

Interview: Kyle Cox

“I love making music more than anything; I often wish I was passionate about numbers or something so I could be a CPA and have a more consistent life, but I’m not,” says Kyle Cox with a laugh.  “I was in food service for a while, I was a worship leader for a while, I... Continue Reading →

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