"I wrote this in a few hours' long burst of inspiration," says alt-country artist David Newbould of his new track "Sin & Redemption." "I honestly don’t know where it came from, I just know it felt important to me. Family tragedy can be a crippling cross to bear in life. I wanted to write a... Continue Reading →
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: “Something I Gotta Learn” by Don Gallardo
“Place” plays such an important part of who we are and who we become; place shapes the lens through which we view the world, influences how we think, how we sound when we speak, and what kind of music we make. In his new video, folk-rocker Don Gallardo pays homage to a very famous place... Continue Reading →
Video Premiere: “Long Way Down” by The Contenders
Folkicana duo The Contenders released their debut full-length, Laughing With The Reckless on November 3rd via Rock Ridge Music. The pair traveled the world in support of the album, the follow-up to their 2014 EP, Meet The Contenders, which explores the perseverance of hope in dark times along with the powerful way that music can connect... Continue Reading →
Premiere: “Country Roots” by Whiskey Wolves of the West
“Tim hates the idea. And I agree. Country Roots is a terrible title,” laughs Whiskey Wolves of the West band member Leroy Powell of their forthcoming album, out March 2nd via Rock Ridge Music. "But so is the name Whiskey Wolves of the West. It's completely ridiculous. That's what makes me love it so much. ... Continue Reading →
MCP Sessions: Hugh Masterson – “Lost And Found”
Hugh Masterson, Nashville-based alt-country troubadour and the pride of Butternut, Wisconsin, will release his solo debut, Lost + Found, on Friday, June 2nd via Rock Ridge Music. Recently, Masterson, who is a skilled craftsman of all things wooden, invited us to one of his happy places, and performed the album's title track just for us! The... 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 →