Tim Buckley
Born on Valentine’s Day, 1947, Tim Buckley went on, in many ways, to become Cupid’s troubadour. By 6/29/1975, the singer was dead from a lethal overdose of alcohol and heroin. … Read more
Album Reviews
Cary Morin
Montana-raised, northern Colorado resident Cary Morin is a Native American who continues to evolve as one of the best acoustic pickers in roots music. He combines soulful vocals with insightful … Read more
Andrea Claburn
Andrea Claburn’s richly shaded and nuanced vocals aren’t the only reason this debut is such a grand delight to listen to. For the full immersion, cut yourself loose and boogie … Read more
The Wood Brothers
There’s an irresistible audience/band connection on this live date at Levon Helm’s Barn, which, if you’ve been there like I have, you know that it’s a superb listening room due … Read more
Blackie and the Rodeo Kings
As this a companion album to 2011’s Kings and Queens, comparisons are inevitable. Let’s get to them straight away. The former album had a more diverse group of guests across … Read more
Dennis Coffey
Resonance and its leader Zev Feldman have unearthed yet another gem, Motown guitar legend Dennis Coffey leading a trio that features legendary organist Lyman Woodard (Martha Reeves & the Vandellas) … Read more
The Band of Heathens
God-fearing or not, these Heathens have quite a bit to be thankful for. They’re naturally very talented, all five. And by the sounds of Duende, they’ll realize much deserved, big … Read more
Kingsley Flood
This Boston band’s latest release, Another Other, seems pretty darn personal. Frontman Naseem Khuri mixes his experienced-based songwriting with a hint of twang, some country melodies and a lot of … Read more
Popa Chubby
For a musician who’s made his reputation as a live performer, Popa Chubby has an extensive discography. There are studio albums with original material and live recordings that mix Chubby compositions with Hendrix, … Read more
Tim Gartland
Nashville means country music to most people, but the city has reached an almost unrivaled status as a recording center for all kinds of music these days. Here’s another solid … Read more
