“Live 1966: The “Royal Albert Hall” Concert” is nearly required listening for any self-respecting folkie on the test for Dylanologists. The concert marked a pivotal moment after the 1965 Newport Folk Festival, where Dylan began […]
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Album and song reviews
Bombay Bicycle Club Steps Out Of The Shadows For ‘My Big Day’
Now that it’s fall, comfort season has arrived. I’m welcoming pumpkin bread, hoodies and fleece-lined sweatpants with open arms. For my auditory needs, few things have been as comforting as Bombay Bicycle Club. Since the […]
Squirrel Flower Ignites Her Songwriting On ‘Tomorrow’s Fire’
It’s easy to let the warm, fuzzy vibes wash over you while listening to “Tomorrow’s Fire,” the latest album by singer-songwriter Squirrel Flower. Released Friday, Oct. 13, 2023, via Polyvinyl Records, the album is the […]
Shakey Graves Creates A Cinematic Soundtrack For ‘Movie of the Week’
Psychedelic and cinematic, “Movie of the Week” by Shakey Graves promises to withstand the test of time. Released Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, on Dualtone Records, the fifth studio album from the singer-songwriter is more than […]
New Music Friday, Sept. 15, 2023
It’s already halfway through September and just like Hurricane Lee coming up the east coast, New Music Friday is coming in hot for Sept. 15, 2023. Barenaked Ladies are back and soaring with “In Flight,” […]
Tall Tall Trees Finds A New View On ‘Stick To The Mystical, I’
Leaning into the unknown is often the most challenging exercise. It’s like the scene in “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” where our hero has to take a leap of faith. That exploration process is […]
‘City Of Gold’ Is Home To Molly Tuttle’s Bluegrass Brilliance
It’s a good idea to double down when you’re on a winning streak. Molly Tuttle has done just that with “City of Gold,” her latest collaboration with Golden Highway, released Friday, July 20, 2023, on […]
Darlingside Finds Its Way On ‘Everything Is Alive’
In the 1960s, singer-songwriters struck gold with upbeat, straightforward melodies that delved into the human experience, often accompanied by harmonious notes. Darlingside, comprised of folk multi-instrumentalists Don Mitchell, Auyon Mukharji, Harris Paseltiner, and David Senft, […]
Andrew Bird Sounds Intospective On ‘Outside Problems’
After a decade of writing this blog, it never ceases to amaze me how I sometimes overlook some of my favorite artists. Andrew Bird – singer, songwriter, guitarist, violist, and expert whistler – quickly falls […]
Claud Shows A New Side On ‘Supermodels’
One of the true joys of following musicians is witnessing their creative progression, like nurturing the trust in a budding friendship, hoping for an enriching journey and maybe getting a good recommendation for a satisfying […]