The bar was set high this past month with slammin’ new releases from Will Hoge, Willie Nile, Rhett Miller and more. While you will only see Hoge in this playlist, expect to see more of them in March. In the meantime, here are some songs that earned heavy rotation by me in February. Playlist also […]
Tom’s Pick of the Week, Rhett Miller
There’s no question this week. Hands down its Rhett Miller lead singer of the Old 97s. His second solo effort is outstanding. If you don’t “believe” me, trust Mayer or listen for yourself. Album contributors include guitarist Lyle Workman (Sheryl Crow, Beck), drummer Matt Chamberlain (Pearl Jam, Tori Amos, David Bowie), multi-talented Jon Brion (Kanye […]
Notable Releases: February 28, 2006
It’s generally a slow release week, but here are a few highlights: Rhett Miller, The Believer You might know him as the lead singer and songwriter for Old 97’s. This, his second solo outing, mines familiar Old 97’s territory: an acoustic-based mix of pop and alt-country with clever lyrics. Bruce Springsteen, Hammersmith Odeon, Live ’75 […]
Check out Annie Keating
Hailing from Boston, now rockin’ NYC, Annie Keating is one to keep on your radar. [audio:http://www.anniekeating.com/music/finish.mp3] Download “Finish What You Start” (MP3) “Keating is a wise mix of Lucinda Williams songwriting, Gillian Welch guitar and a vocal all her own…one of those singer-songwriters that lets her music do the talking. Her style invokes a cross […]
Check out the Boss Hoss
I haven’t heard anything this funny since The Gourds remade Snoop Dogg’s “Gin and Juice”. Check out Germany’s Boss Hoss, on their web site you’ll find a few downloads with names like “Hey Ya”, “Hot in Herre”, “Toxic” and “Without Me”. Thanks to Ray Randall for finding this gem. [audio:http://www.thebosshoss.com/adm/songs/10021ba0fd8f766d87c1ff17206522c4.mp3] Download “Hey Ya” (MP3) Source: […]
Mayer’s Playlist for January 2006
1. A Way to Say Goodbye, Mike Viola (from the album Just Before Dark) An achingly beautiful ballad recorded live in an LA club, with captivating vocals from Inara George. 2. You Made Your Bed, Daddy (from the album Daddy at the Women’s Club) Featuring the mighty Will Kimbrough and partner in crime Tommy Womack, […]
Check out the Last Chance Romeos
Some good alt-country coming out of Tacoma, Washington. Check out the Last Chance Romeos. Give ’em a listen… [audio:http://www.lastchanceromeos.com/music/DRMacon.mp3] Download “Back to Macon” (MP3) Source: LastChanceRomeos.com
Notable Releases: January 24, 2006
Patty Hurst Shifter, Too Crowded on the Losind End (Evo Recordings) The first of several anticipated releases this quarter, North Carolina’s Patty Hurst Shifter deliver solid rock and roll with a touch of the South. The band delivers some tear-stained ballads but is at its best with in-your-face rockers. (See my earlier preview here.) Cat […]
New Releases from Robert Pollard & more
The beginning of the year, new release yawnfest tapers down this week with a few new releases. — T.O. My hopeful pick of the week for January 24, 2005: Robert Pollard From a Compound Eye (Merge) indie, rock Other notable releases include: Patty Hurst Shifter, Too Crowded on the Losing End (Evo) alt-country The Gourds, […]
Best Albums of 2005 (Tom’s Picks)
My Top 10 Albums of 2005 listed in order. 1. Back to Me, Kathleen Edwards An impressive follow-up to 2003’s Failer, for me Back to Me was the album to beat all year. I’ve listened to songs from this album all year long. Her tales of absence and heartache delivered by smokey yet smooth vocals […]