On Keepin It Western, Banned & Outlawed are able to blend modern country music with a more late 1990s sound. By the time that listeners make it through the act’s latest single, they will be singing proudly along. Of particular note during Banned & Outlawed’s latest track has to be the sizzling guitar work and splashy drums that intermix to create a luxurious backing for the lead vox. This is the type of song that can garner serious radio and playlist rotation. It does not linger, either – the band closes up shop just as emphatically as they opened it.
Banned & Outlawed “Keepin It Western” / 2024 Self Released / 2:41 / Domain / Youtube /
John Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming culture since 1998. With over 25 years of continuous digital publishing experience, he has written thousands of hands-on game and record reviews, conducted in-depth hardware field testing, and analyzed digital media monetization trends. His work prioritizes first-hand evaluation and long-term product testing.
Beats: Independent Music, PC Gaming & Peripherals, Consumer Tech, Webmaster Tools
Testing & Ethics: All hardware, software, and media reviews are conducted through hands-on evaluation in accordance with NeuFutur’s editorial independence standards; sponsored consideration is strictly excluded from editorial ratings.
Contact: editor@neufutur.com
The best real country music tune since Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash and Alan Jackson!