Nashville-based Jesse Daniel Edwards talks about his song “Meatloaf, Corn & Potatoes”, his approach to eating while on tour, and making peace with his guitar.
Taken For a Ride – a Premiere from Nathan Mongol Wells
Our introduction to Dallas musician Nathan Mongol Wells came via his rock band Ottoman Turks. Their 2019 debut delivered some fun cowpunk and their 2021 follow-up rocked with a harder edge. His forthcoming solo debut, however, showcases his gentler side. Among the better examples is the ballad “Taken for a Ride”. A pedal steel gives […]
Monday Morning Video – Carson McHone and Julianna Riolino
Last week I shared a video from Daniel Romano’s Outfit. This week let’s enjoy a pair of solo gems from Outfit members Carson McHone and Julianna Riolino. First up is McHone’s “Hawks Don’t Share” from her 2022 release Still Life. Then it’s Riolino, backed by the Outfit, covering Fairpoint Convention’s “Come All Ye” segueing into […]
Marina Rocks – Texcentric
Marina Rocks calls Texas home. She embraces its whole self, warts and all, and takes you on a musical journey through it on her latest record, Texcentric. Starting as a child in the state capital, her mother encouraged her musical exploration at an early age, with not just the gift of a guitar but also […]
Sandy Bailey Premiere – Daughter Of Abraham
There are plenty of musicians who were raised in a deeply religious environment, chose a different path, but maintained and built upon the musical foundation of the church. You can attribute that talent to all the time spent in choirs and gospel services–the 10,000 hour meme. Sometimes, though, you just sense it comes from somewhere […]
Mayer’s Playlist for Summer 2023
Tumbleweed, Jeremie Albino (from the Good People Record Co. release Tears You Hide) While Jeremie Albino may tease with 30 seconds of old-time pickin’ on album opener “Dance With Me”, he very quickly brings out the good time – and rowdy – fun that defines Tears You Hide. “Angeline”, the first full track, finds the […]
Jeff Black on Field Parties and Getting Paid to Drive
Singer-songwriter Jeff Black talks about working in a contract business, never missing a gig due to a tour vehicle breakdown, and another cup of coffee.
Samantha Fish on Pizza, Hannah Montana, and New Orleans
Blues artist Samantha Fish talks about how Miley Cyrus helped her get her first gig, her first live record, and curating a style in the age of social media.
Monday Morning Video – Daniel Romano’s Outfit
I watched Daniel Romano’s Outfit lay waste to New York City’s Bowery Ballroom this past weekend. All rock, no banter (except when the drummer broke the bass drum – when was the last time you saw THAT happen). The set not only featured songs from Romano’s extensive catalog, but also a few from bandmates Carson […]
Cry Me a River – a Premiere from My Sister, My Brother
There’s something special when independent artists collaborate. I’m not talking about two songwriters sitting in a room to write a song together but rather when they weave their talents together to create a cohesive and collaborative piece of work. The results can be magical. Such is the story of Garrison Starr and Sean McConnell – […]