First off, year-end lists are hard to do. Especially rank ordering, which becomes murky as you proceed down the list. That being said number one was a no brainer for me. Marcus King’s “Young Blood” was addictive start to finish with his blues-tinged 70’s arena rock. Below is the rest of my list: 2. Old […]
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.
Tuesday Morning Video – We’re Back!
Now back to our regularly scheduled programming… Thanks for everyone’s patience while our hosting provider sorted through their problems. This seemed like an appropriate song to kick off our return. Happy New Year to all – bring on 2023 and loads of great new music! Oh, and scroll down for a bonus video – the […]
Teni Rane Video Premiere : Rosemary & Evergreen
Aside from the standards, I tend to shy away from holiday songs. It seems like they’re either syrupy sweet, or have lyrics meant to be sung by your drunk uncle. Every now and then one comes along that captures some of the holiday spirit while being able to hold its own as a good song […]
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 […]
Whitehorse – I’m Not Crying, You’re Crying
At this point, the fact someone made a pandemic album is hardly a surprise. Typically it’s been a collection of favorite covers, or a project filled with random songs that made the cut after months of alone time. Canadian duo Whitehorse turned that on its ear with their new record, I’m Not Crying, You’re Crying. […]
Monday Morning Video – Aloud
Los Angeles by way of Boston duo Aloud launch the countdown to their new album with a Beatles style rooftop acoustic performance of new single “The Comeback Kid”, the first single. As a bonus, I’ve included the full-on – and rockin’ – studio version of the song. The Comeback Kid by Aloud
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 […]