by Mayer Danzig in Uncategorized

The River in Reverse, Elvis Costello & Alan Touissaint

A potent combination inspired by one of America’s disgraceful disasters.

Zoysia, The Bottle Rockets

The pride of Festus, Missouri rediscover the rock-and-roll side of country.  For more on the Bottle Rockets, see the Twangville preview. 

Oppenheimer, Oppenheimer

The English duo were a pleasant surprise at this year’s SXSW.  Using a variety of synthesizers and instruments, they create a refreshing pop soundscape.   

Rockford, Cheap Trick 

The legends of power pop return with a tribute to their hometown.  Who cares if the combination of Rick Nielsen playful electric guitars and Robin Zander’s classic rock vocals remain the same, the party never ends!

For more of this week’s release, visit the Twangville release calendar.

About the author:  Mild-mannered corporate executive by day, excitable Twangville denizen by night.