SUSTO
2017 is a huge year for Charleston hometown heroes SUSTO, an alt-country band shepherded by Justin Osborne, formerly of Sequoyah Prep School. Expanding in atmospheric sonic texture and popularity, SUSTO … Read more
Album Reviews
Atlantic Union
There’s an essential purity to Celtic music that remains undiminished by commercial concerns and the intrusion of modern trappings. Based in Newfoundland Canada, the trio known as Atlantic Union cull … Read more
Santana
This has long been my favorite Santana album. Unfortunately, many people are not familiar with it, so this reissue is most welcome. Lotus was originally issued as 3 LPs … Read more
Soul Scratch
A San Francisco band with a mission, Soul Scratch calls on the healing power of R&B and soul to unite people in joy and love. Does this sound more like … Read more
Chuck Prophet
“I Fought the Law” was the only major hit for the Bobby Fuller Four, reaching the top ten in early 1966. By July, Bobby Fuller had died under mysterious circumstances. … Read more
Jack Snax
Multi-instrumentalist and record producer Jack Petruzzelli has worked with Patti Smith, Ian Hunter, Joan Osborne, Rufus Wainwright and Sara Bareilles; he holds the regular keyboard seat in the Fab Faux, … Read more
Nina Massara
Bold and brassy, with a gorgeous set of pipes, newcomer Nina Massara doesn’t lack for confidence. With its swagger, the opening title track to her classy, surprisingly assured debut LP … Read more
Caroline Spence
This is yet another one of those East Nashville gems from the recently relocated Caroline Spence who originally hails from Charlottesville, VA. Her sophomore release, following her highly acclaimed debut, … Read more
Noam Pikelny
Whew. LOTTA LOTTA notes, all played perfectly. Noam Pikelny (Punch Brothers) is a three-time Grammy Nominee and winner of the 2010 Steve Martin Prize for banjo. Pikelny’s new album delivers true … Read more
Geoff Achison
Geoff Achison hails from Australia and this album is nominated for Album of the Year in the 2017 Australian Blues Awards. It may be categorized as a blues album, but … Read more
