Premiere: “Rocking Boat” by Kerri Powers

Rootsy songcrafter Kerri Powers knows how to tell a story—her forthcoming album Starseeds, set for release on May 4th, brims with tales and metaphors that soothe souls and challenge ideas. Today, she unveils “Rocking Boat,” a single from the new album. “I wrote ‘Rocking Boat’ one morning after waking from a vivid dream,” she explains. “I... Continue Reading →

Premiere: “Solace” by Monocle Band

Boulder-based quintet Monocle Band takes all of their influences—the mysticism of the west, the majesty of the Colorado landscape, and the richness of the surrounding folkicana music scene—and creates a storytelling journey through bluegrass, roots, rock n’ roll, and beyond. The band will release their second full-length album, The Clearing, on October 20th. Recorded at... Continue Reading →

Premiere: “Bored Young Ghost” by My Politic

Nashville-by-way-of-Ozark, Missouri (and a few other places in between) roots collective My Politic is readying to release their studio debut, 12 Kinds Of Lost, on August 25th. Propelled by compelling songwriting, tight harmonies, and stringed prowess, My Politic has created a storytelling masterpiece on 12 Kinds Of Lost; the album explores the human condition through empathetic narratives against a backdrop... Continue Reading →

Live Show Review: Quiles & Cloud

The intimacy of the City Winery listening room was the perfect setting for grassy folk trio Quiles & Cloud to share the moving music from their latest release, Shake Me Now, out in March via Compass Records. Made up of Maria Quiles, Rory Cloud, and Oscar Westesson, the three hail from the temperate climes of... Continue Reading →

Interview: Blackfoot Gypsies

Sitting for a chat at Calypso Cafe in East Nashville with three of four members of blues rock outfit Blackfoot Gypsies is like being in the middle of a ping pong match or a comedy routine--one might gather that they have spent a lifetime together, yet the bulk of their musical journey began only a... Continue Reading →

“Simple Love” – New Music from Fanny and The Atta Boys

San Diego-based Fanny and The Atta Boys are preserving and promulgating the red hot sound of pre-war jazz; their latest single, "Simple Love," is a sauntering selection of sultry sass and swagger. The song will be featured on their forthcoming album, "A Peck Of Dirt," give it a spin:   Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

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