The 502s Embrace the Sounds of Celebration with 'Because We Had To' (album premiere)
An ebullient blend of boisterous Americana, Orlando's 502s strike a celebratory chord with their new album, Because We Had To.
21 Jun 2018
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With "Standing Still", Rebekah Rolland Showcases Meditative Americana (premiere)
Tucsonan singer-songwriter Rebekah Rolland's delicately crafted music video for "Standing Still" evokes the nostalgic beauty of its prairie setting.
20 Jun 2018
Xavier Rudd Offers Up a Positive and Uplifting Perspective on 'Storm Boy'
In a time of political dysfunction, Xavier Rudd's Storm Boy offers a positive and uplifting perspective while critiquing the global systems that render social injustices.
18 Jun 2018
Ed Vallance Soars in 'Midair' (album stream)
Ed Vallance and his band traverse the darker corners of indie folk with a captivating new album Midair.
14 Jun 2018
Kate Vargas Moves the Table "7 Inches" with Clever Ballad (premiere)
Kate Vargas is all at once ominous and captivating with this jazz-infused folk song "7 Inches".
14 Jun 2018
Modern Studies' 'Welcome Strangers' Possesses a Timeless Cinematic Quality
Scottish chamber pop ensemble Modern Studies document and detail the unknown with strong writing and recording on their second album Welcome Strangers.
04 Jun 2018
Matt Costa Looks Back on Love with "I Remember It Well #2" (premiere)
Celebrated indie folk artist Matt Costa's latest music video is a sepia-toned look back on love and loss in California.
04 Jun 2018
Tim Carr Wrestles With His Heart on "Take Me There" (premiere)
Over laid-back acoustic guitar, graceful instrumentation and hazy harmonies, Tim Carr finds the perfect bed for his intimately fragile yet warming vocals that evoke the radiant glow of a fresh Californian morning.
01 Jun 2018
Father John Misty Turns Inward on 'God's Favorite Customer'
Forgoing the epic sweep of his previous album, Josh Tillman takes things down a notch, but still delivers a beautiful, unique album.
01 Jun 2018
Canadian Quartet lastli Keeps It In-House For New Video, "i hope you're full from eating my mind up" (premiere)
Complex matters intermingle with soaring choruses and a neo-Americana vibe on lastli's new song.
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31 May 2018
The Oshima Brothers Head "Online" to Vent Digital Age Frustrations (premiere)
The Oshima Brothers' latest song saunters with blues swagger as they focus on "frustrations with the internet and social media".
30 May 2018
Ryley Walker: Deafman Glance
Attempting a bold departure from the English folk style, Ryley Walker and his pickup band's pseudo-jazz flourishes and prog-jam pretentions drift in search of a destination.
25 May 2018
Leon III Finds Unique Psych Roots on Their Self-Titled Debut
Merging a wealth of ideas with precise construction, Leon III push beyond their country music roots into exciting new areas where folk and psych meet.
24 May 2018
Horse Feathers' Metamorphosis From Americana Constructionists to Country-Rock Band Is Complete
Anchored by strong songwriting and an evolving sonic palette, Horse Feathers turn in yet another solid record with Appreciation.
22 May 2018
Claude Munson Climbs "Broken Stairs" in New Song (premiere)
Claude Munson's latest entry to his "impressionist folk" catalog leaves its mark, using washed-out synth and hazy vocal reverb to paint a vibrant picture.
18 May 2018
The Promise Is Hope Offer Journey on Healing "River" (premiere)
Family tragedy becomes a song of inspiration for folk duo the Promise Is Hope on "River".
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11 May 2018
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