Levi Parham
The Oklahoma native son bursts forth with a fresh, vital sounding auspicious full album debut. Don’t let the title fool you, though– there may be subtle touches of blues influences, … Read more
Album Reviews
Tommy Womack
Think of the iconic singer/songwriter albums, and names like Dylan and Prine invariably come to mind. Their best works tell engaging stories, cynically comment on topical and political issues and … Read more
The Explorers Club
While most of us are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Beach Boys’ epic album Pet Sounds, one group of musicians is simply doing what they’ve done since their inception, … Read more
Joe Purdy
From his own label, Mudtown Crier Records, Joe Purdy’s Who Will Be Next? is a prophetic lament about the dissidence and urgency facing Americans right now. Very few artists do … Read more
Sulfur City
Anyone going to Sulfur City should expect to find themselves smack dab in the center of a full-on ’60s blue-rock revival, where Lori Paradis holds court. A simmering, humid swamp … Read more
Hot Buttered Rum
The past year has seen three EPs from the Americana/bluegrass/folk quintet Hot Buttered Rum. Showing off their various inspirations and diversity, the EPs each enlisted a separate producer to give … Read more
Silver City Bound
Throw away the map. A road trip with American roots music raconteurs Silver City Bound could go anywhere, and they make really good driving music, perfect for cruising down Route … Read more
Paul Mark & The Van Dorens
Paul Mark’s latest release, Stowaways was recorded in 2015. It’s the tenth studio release by the multi-instrumentalist/songwriter/producer. Mark’s discography spans several decades, embracing the Americana/Roots spectrum with an original take … Read more
Leland Sundries
Music For Outcasts, the latest by New York outfit Leland Sundries is an instantaneous lesson in obsessive listening practices. Within a few minutes the raucous jangle of the record realizes … Read more
Michael Doucet & Tom Rigney
Cajun Fandango is a perfect pairing of two of Cajun-roots music’s finest musicians. Kicking up a positive storm they are joined on this wonderful release by guitarist Danny Caron (Marcia … Read more
