Album Reviews

Camper Van Beethoven, New Roman Times, Omnivore

Camper Van Beethoven – New Roman Times

Long live the “sci-fi alternate-reality rock opera” of New Roman Times, the mind-bending brainchild of Camper Van Beethoven frontman David Lowery. Celebrated as Camper Van Beethoven’s “official” reunion album after … Read more

Caitlin Canty – Reckless Skyline

Caitlin Canty hails from small-town Vermont, but honed her craft in New York City. She is a consummate songwriter who has collaborated with a number of different bands. This, her … Read more

Amy Speace – That Kind Of Girl

In just 47 minutes, folk Americana singer/songwriter Amy Speace has revealed her whole self to her listeners with her latest album That Kind Of Girl. Teeming with gorgeous ballads and velvet vocals, That … Read more

Ryan Culwell – Flatlands

While some artists tend to adopt a false veneer manifested in hard luck stories and a generally dour disposition, Ryan Culwell needn’t adapt any pretense when it comes to either … Read more

Steve Earle & The Dukes – Terraplane

Musically, Steve Earle couldn’t avoid the blues giants of his native Texas. Personally, he lived the hard blues just like his number one hero, Townes Van Zandt. And, despite being … Read more

Roses For Panjo – Somewhere Beautiful

A beautiful ode to her ailing father, singer/songwriter Tanya Leah’s project Roses for Panjo releases Somewhere Beautiful to an audience of dreamers and enthusiasts. Teeming with sparkling lullabies and hopeful–albeit … Read more

James McMurtry, Complicated Game, new album

James McMurtry – Complicated Game

From the opening line, “Honey, don’t you be yelling at me when I’m cleaning my gun,” James McMurtry gains your attention immediately. His songwriting legacy is incomparable in terms of … Read more