My full album stream pick of the week goes to What Made Milwaukee Famous. Its hard to believe Trying to Never Catch Up is the debut album for the Austin-based band as they’ve been at it for a while now. In reality, this is a reissue with some bonus tracks but it represents their first […]
The Damnwells & More, Album Previews
If you love The Replacements and Wilco the way I do, you’ve got to check out the latest from Brooklyn-based band, The Damnwells. I’ve haven’t been through the whole disc yet because I keep getting caught on standouts “Golden Days” and “You Don’t Have to Like Me to Love Me”. If you don’t look into […]
Gin Blossoms & More, Album Previews
When I found out the Gin Blossoms were releasing their first new album since 1997 I was intrigued but my expectations were quite low. Bands just don’t come back after all that time and sound like they used to. Excuse me while I pull my shoe out of my mouth… on first listen this album […]
Twangville Recommends: Eli “Paperboy†Reed
Boston’s “Paperboy” Reed is possessed with the spirit of rhythm and blues. His 2005 release made the Twangville Best of 2005 list and now he’s back with some great new tracks being previewed on his web site. “Am I Wasting My Time†swings with a soul so real you’ll swear it’s a discovery from the […]
Kelly Joe Phelps & More, Album Previews
Well, I guess finding good music streams this week is like trying to find relief from summer’s heat… not easy. Do check out the latest from Kelly Joe Phelps a Portland, Oregon-based singer-songwriter and acoustic/slide guitar player. Full album streams: Kelly Joe Phelps, Tunesmith Retrofit (AOL Music) The Klezmatics, Wonder Wheel (AOL Music) G.Love & […]
Tom Petty & More, Album Previews
I’ll have my eyes and ears focused on at least two new releases this week. The first is Tom Petty’s Highway Companion his third solo album in a long career. Not much can be said about Petty that you probably don’t already know, though I was unaware that this is only his third solo effort. […]
Golden Smog & More, Album Previews
After a short respite on a Florida beach, I’m back to share this weeks ear candy with you. My attention span is admittedly caught up in my day job but there are a few things that just cannot go unnoticed this week. First check out the eagerly awaited album from Golden Smog and then make […]
Johnny Cash, Album Preview
There’s really only one release worthy of notice this week. It comes from a man named Johnny Cash. That’s right, THE Johnny Cash. His body may be gone but he will never be forgotten. This record, his last, was recorded during his last years of life already a widow looking square in the eye of […]
Tim O’Reagan & More, Album Previews
Here’s a couple of album previews for week of June 27. I’ve given both of these albums a single listen. Grant-Lee Phillips of Grant Lee Buffalo fame releases an album of ’80s covers. Its a little underwhelming but I will say the selection of songs is great and for the legion of Grant-Lee Phillips fans, […]
Widespread Panic & More, Album Previews
Because I can’t find a Roman Candle album stream, you’ll find me over in the Widespread Panic listening booth with my headphones tuned to their release from last week. But don’t let that discourage you, Roman Candle does happen to few tunes on their MySpace profile for your listening pleasure. Don’t forget, this album was […]