She & Him & Them (Sunflower Bean) Deliver Sounds of the Season
When She & Him follow Sunflower Bean into Denver for shows promoting new albums during an unseasonably warm late spring, this twofer only means one thing, it’s getting hotter in here.
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Folk Duo RISO Look Ahead with “New Eyes” (premiere)
Arizona folkies RISO debut “New Eyes”, a forward-moving tune that recalls the likes of Chris Thile and Madison Cunningham.
S.G. Goodman Leaves ‘Teeth Marks’ in the Heart
Americana artist S.G. Goodman addresses all the complications of romantic love alongside critiques of our economic system in her heartfelt new LP, Teeth Marks.
‘One Day’ the Cactus Blossoms May Be Better Known Than the Everly Brothers
One can’t hear the Cactus Blossoms without being reminded of the Everly Brothers. If they continue to produce such good music, the opposite may be true soon.
Thomas Dollbaum Launches Impressive Debut with Folky, Textured ‘Wellswood’
New Orleans singer-songwriter Thomas Dollbaum fuses vivid lyric imagery with eclectic musical choices on his impressive debut album, Wellswood.
Sharon Van Etten Carries the Weight of the World on ‘We’ve Been Going About This All Wrong’
Sharon Van Etten grapples with love and parenthood in pandemic times in the ten deeply felt songs on We’ve Been Going About This All Wrong.
Faye Webster Reimagines the Past with an Orchestra on ‘Car Therapy Sessions’
The most surprising thing about Faye Webster’s new record, Car Therapy Sessions, is its lush production. The orchestra purposely aims for the beautiful.
Fox and Bones Celebrate Love on Folk-Rock Anthem “Never Give Up on It” (premiere)
Folk-rock duo Fox and Bones celebrate an evergreen love on the anthemic, horn and harmony-driven “Never Give Up on It”.
Tomberlin Sings for Those Who Need to Hear It
Tomberlin’s songs on i don’t know who needs to hear this seem to dwell in a space where time doesn’t pass. There’s something cosmic about the experience.
Josh Rouse Discovers a “Hollow Moon” Shines Down Upon Us
Josh Rouse recently released a catchy new single, “Hollow Moon”, from his forthcoming album Going Places. The song has a jaunty feel and a bounce in its step.
Calexico’s ‘El Mirador’ Builds an Inclusive Bridge with Southwestern Framework
Calexico’s El Mirador celebrates the power of community and accentuates the power of togetherness in encouraging political change and discouraging division.