American singer-songwriter Lissie teams up with Norwegian duo Darling West for this stellar performance of Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams”.
The Twangville Early 2023 Release Preview
Out of the Heart of Darkness by L.A. Edwards (6 January) L.A. Edwards kick of the year with an often brooding but always engaging song collection. Although the group hails from California, they make a mighty fine heartland rock sound. I’m Not Crying, You’re Crying by Whitehorse (13 January) The Canadian duo of Melissa McClelland […]
Mayer’s Picks – Best Songs of 2022, Part 2
I posted my list of favorite from the first half of 2022 back in July (here). Rather than replicate that list for my full year review, consider this a continuation — the best songs from the second half of the year. Paranoid Heart, John Fullbright (from the Blue Dirt Records release The Liar) “Well maybe […]
Kevn Kinney on Tour Van Maintenance and Why He Used to Love Band Rehearsals
Kevn Kinney of Drivin N Cryin talks about opening for the Black Crowes and the Violent Femmes and an old day job working as a carpenter.
Shawn’s Favorite Albums of 2022
It was a good year for music, both live and recorded. I heard some things pushing the envelope of an already large package called Americana. I heard some new takes on old songs and some old takes on new songs. I heard a few things that even though I knew what was coming, and looking […]
Mayer’s Picks – Best Albums of 2022, Boston/Dallas Edition
I’m fortunate to be able to explore and enjoy the music scenes of two cities – Boston and Dallas. Artists from both metropolitan areas have released some exceptional music this year. Here are a few favorites. Love it local. LOVE THAT DIRTY WATER (BOSTON YOU’RE MY HOME) Crackdown by GA-20 Two guitars and a set […]
Mayer’s Picks – Best of 2022, the Albums
10. When I Go I Ghost by Cory Branan Branan has never been known to pull his punches and he lives up to that reputation on When I Go I Ghost. From the opening rock blast of “When In Rome, When In Memphis” to the brooding closer “Of Two Minds”, Branan unleashes songs filled with […]
Monday Morning Americana – Session Americana “Roadrunner”
I’ve had several conversations recently about the greatness that is the Boston music scene. So what better way to celebrate it than sharing a cover of a Boston music classic performed by one of Boston’s current finest. Here’s Session Americana’s “big band” take on Jonathan Richman’s “Roadrunner”.
Buffalo Rose – Again, Again, Again
I find myself getting into music ruts sometimes. I listen to records I know I like, and even the new music that comes my way somehow reinforces what’s already in my collection. Then out of the blue something will come along that’s like a breath of fresh air after being trapped inside. Such was the […]
Monday Morning Video – Doc Dailey
It has been a decade since Alabama’s Doc Dailey released a pair of incredible albums but I still periodically check to see if there is something new. Even if it’s a new-ish acoustic performance of an older song, I’ll take it. Here’s the sad but outstanding “Let Me Down” from 2010’s Victims, Enemies & Old […]