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Now & Then: Rose’s Pawn Shop’s American Seams and the reach of Southern Rock Opera

Monday, March 09, 2026 By Tom Osborne

There’s a specific kind of American band that always sounds like it’s been driving all night, even when it’s standing perfectly still. The rhythm section has road dust in its pockets. The harmonies feel like the front porch light got left on. The songs smile at you, but they’re squinting, like they’ve seen how the sausage gets made.

Filed Under: Reviews Tagged With: Drive-By-Truckers, Rose's Pawn Shop

Paul Givant of Rose’s Pawn Shop on 3 Legged Vans and Random Guitar Repairs

Tuesday, February 03, 2026 By Mayer Danzig

Roses Pawn Shop (credit Kremer Johnson)

Paul Givant of Rose’s Pawn Shop reveals how the band got its name and why diving in the deep end of the music business is better than just dipping a toe.

Filed Under: Americana, Interviews, Why It Matters Tagged With: Rose's Pawn Shop

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