I know this is a little late in coming, and I apologize (I’ve been having some computer problems as of late). However, because of said problems, all earlier drafts of this post are gone for good thanks to good ol’ Word. So instead of a thoughtful, potentially insightful and possibly witty post, you get this. […]
Mayer’s Picks for 2007
As 2006 fades from memory, there’s a wealth of great music on the horizon in 2007. Here are a few eagerly awaited arrivals. Jake Brennan Its hard to believe that it has been three year’s since Love and Bombs, Jake Brennan’s last release. Brennan is expected to return later this year with a stripped down […]
Mayer’s Picks from 2006: The Songs
Love from a Scar, Will Hoge “ll stick with my description from last March: “The horns, oh the horns! Imagine a classic rock song finished off with the Muscle Shoals soul sound – this track is a lock for my list of 2006’s top songs. Even if the song weren’t a perfect blend of classic […]
Mayer’s Picks from 2006: Honorable Mentions
In addition to my top ten, there were many other great albums this past year. Here, in no particular order, are some for your consideration. From a Late Night High Rise by Matthew Ryan Great art is born of personal tragedy and pain, as evidenced by this powerful album. From the etheral ballad “Follow the […]
Mayer’s Picks from 2006: A Video Companion
From this person of the year to all the other people of the year… the video companion to Mayer’s Top Picks from 2006.
Mayer’s Picks from 2006: The Albums
With the passing of one year and the start of another, we at Twangville relish the opportunity to reflect on our favorite music of the past year. Over the next week I’ll be highlighting my favorite albums and songs from 2006, culminating with a preview of some highly anticipated 2007 releases. 10. Rebels, Rogues & […]
Best Albums of 2006, a Video Companion
My final “best of 2006†installment, here are some videos from artists that made my top 10. Playlist: Best of Albums ’06: a Companion Playlist Here’s to a great 2007! And on behalf of Sarah and I … Go Gators!!
Best Albums of 2006 (Tom’s Picks)
Here they are, my favorite albums of 2006. American Myth by Jackie Greene The back of the American Myth album cover pictures Jackie Greene sitting in a bedroom smoking a cigarette. Behind him are three concert posters. The headliners for those concerts are Rolling Stones, Hank Williams and Muddy Waters. These obvious influences are what […]
I Must Have Poor Taste in Music
In the coming days I’ll be posting a top 10 list of my favorite albums of 2006. Before I do so, I wanted to comment on something I found to be odd. I’m a subscriber of No Depression magazine, perhaps the top print magazine dedicated to Americana related music. Every issue is chock full of […]
Klausner Music Newsletter, Year-End Musings by Bobby K
Someday I’ll be able to convince Bobby Klausner to become a contributor on Twangville. He’s a friend of Mayer’s which makes him a friend on mine. I’ve never met Bobby but I know him for at least 2 reasons. At the end of every year he sends out a very thoughtful newsletter covering his favorite […]