New York’s Greg Jacquin has released the full-length album, Hudson River. According to his biography, Jacquin traces his roots and inspiration to the Hudson Valley. He was born in Sleepy Hollow, New York, in 1970. Jacquin’s release is one of the more impressive Americana albums to come along in 2018 – his pulse putting to music feelings of being alone, depression and even people watching make Hudson River a two-thumbs…
If you thought the Pacific Northwest was the only place that grungy music could be cultivated, The Twindows are here to tell you to think again, with their debut album Valkyrie 2.0, out now on CD and digital download. Perhaps just as grimy as the I-5 corridor that links Seattle and Portland is the gritty industrial graveyard that is central Pennsylvania. Once the center of the western world’s steel industry,…
Deviant Motions is the third album from Jake Allen. The 14-song collection will surprise and please fans of pop rock, alt rock and even New Age music. Allen hails from Michigan and while he doesn’t subscribe to the often blue-collar rock and Motown soul, Deviant Motions expands upon Allen’s previous album, Etherica, with less jazz and more synthesizer, ethereal pop. And, it’s hefty song compilation is bigger than the eight-songs…
One-time go-to gun for hire Jeff Plankenhorn has played guitar and lap slide for everyone from Joe Ely and Reckless Kelly to Hayes Carll and Kelly Willis. But as of recently he’s walked back into the center of the spotlight with his own records. Sleeping Dogs, his latest, shows why he was so in demand in his adopted home of Austin.
The Grand Brothers & Dee, both important presences on the modern pop scene growing in reputation and ambition with each new release, are teaming for a new project dubbed Patiently Awaiting the Meteorite. The first single “Electrified” from the collaboration’s forthcoming debut Canyon Diablo illustrates the production talents of the brothers while also illustrating the talents that have allowed Dee to land coveted spots like a Ford auto commercial during…
It’s been just shy of 20 years since Social Distortion front man Mike Ness released his two (and only, so far) solo efforts, but they are finally getting a proper vinyl re-release.
Anyone who ever said that hip-hop can’t possess humility and make fun of itself would do well to examine the comedic stylings of Kansas-based rapper Dawg Gone Davis (aka DawgGonDavis or simply Rebecca Rogers Davis). Whatever you want to call her, her new single “Butt on Fiya” is a hooky, whimsical song that is certain to put a smile on your face.
Going from the front man of a strongly influential band to a solo artist has always been a tough act to pull off, trying to keep up the good will and credibility banked. But, Steve Wynn showed how to do it with style in the early ‘90s when Dream Syndicate called it a day and he decided to carry on in a decidedly different direction.
Almost Awake is an up and coming group which is lead by female vocalist Vick Liano. The energetic group hits the stage with a fresh sound which is influenced by Paramore, Nirvana, Joe Satriani, and Blink 82. The genre ranges from feel-good music to rock and roll with the hint of jazz percussion. Their music could be categorized as Alternative Rock / Punk / Rock. Almost Awake was formed in…
Brkn (Unlove You) is the latest single from Tiffany Devonish, and this thoughtful song links together pop, R&B and EDM styles in a fashion that will draw in listeners of all three genres. There is an outgoing personality that is weaved into the vocals, while the emphatic beat tattoos the track’s melodies deep into the psyche of fans. Devonish is able to refresh the sound of performers like Ciara and…
With summer coming up, it seems like the perfect time to find that next epic mix of road trip worthy music. This becomes a more significant challenge as families look for something that is not too dark, dripping with foul language or not lighthearted enough for a car sing-a-long. A British band that has finally leaped the Atlantic to share their spin on beach-worthy music may be just the answer.…
Christina Custode’s “Light Of Day” is a tremendously powerful single that needs little more than Christina’s vocals and piano to tell a story that resounds through the ages. There are nods to Sarah McLachlan, Ani DiFranco and Natalie Cole here. The simplicity of Light Of Day makes it a must listen, as every note is carefully crafted to have the greatest impact. The piano would seem to be an equally…
Mollys Reech has just released their new single Sellin My Soul, an effort that unites the approaches of artists as wide-ranging as Sublime, early Offspring and even 21 Pilots into a tempestuous blend of emotion. The production of this single is perfect, allowing the guitars, drums, and vocals ample opportunity to shine alone or as part of the greater hole.
MJM’s Since You’ve Been Gone is a track that refreshes the 1970s hard rock style of Alice Cooper or Twisted Sister. Powerful guitar lines, an engrossing story and heart-broken vocals provide an honest and earnest style to this composition. The guitars, drums, and vocals unite to make a track that will tattoo its melodies deep into the minds and hearts of listeners. MJM’s ability to seamlessly blend together earlier hair…
Scotland might seem like a curious place for New York-based thrash band, Anthrax, to film their latest concert DVD, but co-founder guitarist Scott Ian answers that question about half-way into the set. “You motherfuckers have always been good to us.”
Cat Thompson’s inexorable rise into the heights of pop stardom makes another surge with the release of her latest single “Be Mine”. It’s a spectacular follow up to her previous single “All I Need” and positions the Australian born vocalist and songwriter for a 2018 run promising to bring her closer than ever towards achieving the global recognition and success she deserves and craves. Her multi-cultural frame of reference imbues…
If you like alternative rock that takes steep jumps to pop rock and slightly Americana edges, than the Doug McCurry & The Verticals II album will be a wonderful addition to your musical library. Of the 10 tracks on this gem, nearly all of them contain solid lyrical arrangements; pop friendly vocals and handy guitar work. Giving a definite nod to late 90s era rock, Charlotte, North Carolina’s McCurry elevates…
“Soul Man of the East” from Iranian group, BANAFSH is just a start to bridging the western world to the eastern world. Never mind the past, the preconceived biases and notions that the Middle East is in the Dark Ages. BANAFSH, a self-described “electronic world fusion ambient” band takes little time reminding listeners just how alike we really are.
Becky Buller and her band of many, return with Crêpe Paper Heart, the new CD produced and engineered by Stephen Mougin on the Dark Shadow Recording label. Originally from St. James, Minnesota, Buller is a very gifted award- winning bluegrass singer, songwriter, guitar and fiddle player with a writing history including names such as The Infamous Stringdusters. The CD was recorded along with an award-winning line-up of guests, including Grammy…
Ghosts of lost lovers and dreams dashed litter a broken trail from motel, to roadhouse, to Rocky Mountains and beyond. This is what the cold night holds in store for us that on Lord Nelson’s first studio album Through the Night. American and British fans alike will find solace in the blistering blend of rhythmic blues rock to behold here. Their reputation on the road these last few years has…