Mavis Staples Finds the Beauty and Sadness in Life
Mavis Staples wraps her vast musical experience in honeyed tones. A sweetness comes across even as she sings about war and injustice, as well as joy and happiness.
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Andy Shauf’s Foxwarren Make a Surprising Return
On Foxwarren’s 2, Andy Shauf long-distance reconnects with his original band and assembles an album that helps them recapture their place in the indie scene.
Slow Pulp’s ‘Yard’ Is Full of 1990’s Style Alt-Rock
Chicago-based Slow Pulp offer more 1990s-inspired indie rock on their sophomore album. Have they taken a step forward and did they even need to?
So Much Light: Oh, Yuck
So Much Light veers toward the depressed and lonely end of the pop spectrum.
Christopher Paul Stelling: Labor Against Waste
A new voice joins those of the masters before him on this album of spiritual travel and travail. A strong candidate for best folk album of the year.