Balsam Range Strike an Eerie Chord on “Franklin Country” (premiere)
Bluegrass mainstays Balsam Range release their Moxie and Mettle LP on Friday and share “Franklin County”, a slow-burning swamp-stomper basked in mystery.
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Rachel Baiman Presents the Look of “Young Love” on Way to AmericanaFest
Opening a three-part series previewing artists playing at AmericanaFest this month, Rachel Baiman lets the movements of two expressive dancers illustrate her beautiful song in this music video premiere.
Americana’s Cristina Vane Says ‘Nowhere Sounds Lovely’
Italian-born Americana artist Cristina Vane fuels the rich landscapes of her debut album Nowhere Sounds Lovely by wide travels across the US.
Sara Watkins Sings for the Kids on ‘Under the Pepper Tree’
Sara Watkins’ first solo LP in five years, Under the Pepper Tree, is a very relaxed covers record featuring lullabies intended for small children.
The Weeping Willows Find a “Black Crow” Following Them (premiere)
The Weeping Willows’ “Black Crow” sports stunning acoustic guitar work, heavenly harmonies, and a haunting melody rooted in American gothic.
Fiddler Mike Barnett Enlists Sarah Jarosz for Reflective “Hollow City” (premiere)
The track holds a special place in Barnett’s heart. He tells PopMatters, “This song means a lot to me. It encapsulates my process of letting go of New York City, where my closest friends and music community were.”
Sara Watkins of Nickel Creek on Growing Up Through Music
PopMatters talks with Sara Watkins of Nickel Creek about the beloved acoustic trio's vinyl reissues of their first three major studio albums.
‘Step It Up and Go’ Gives North Carolina Music Its Dues
David Menconi's Step It Up is an absorbing love letter to the artists, scenes, and sounds of North Carolina's contributions to American popular music.
Kelsey Waldon Takes Up the Fight on ‘They’ll Never Keep Us Down’
Kelsey Waldon covers seven famous protest songs to declare war on injustice today.
Mipso Keep Time on Their Side As a String Band on the Run (interview + premiere)
Mipso present a new music video that shows signs of perseverance and determination that they possess as versatile and accomplished musicians ready to release the fifth album in their nine-year career.
Molly Tuttle Discusses Honoring Music She Loves with a Fabulous New Covers LP
Singer-songwriter and award-winning flatpicking guitarist Molly Tuttle found a creative way to shake the pandemic by recording …but i'd rather be with you, covering a wide range of artists she loves.