Reviews

Jimmy “Duck” Holmes

Mississippi’s Bentonia blues is a localized strain akin to the northernmost Hill Country blues in its haunting, percussive grooves, but often a shade darker in tone. The late, great Skip … Read more

The Mavericks

  It’s been 30 years since The Mavericks first appeared on the Nashville scene and got through the gates while the cookiecutter gatekeepers were out to lunch. Over that time … Read more

David G. Smith

This super fine collection was my introduction to this man and his art. David G. Smith firmly answers his own musical question posed in the title of this from-start-to-finish super-strong … Read more

Samantha Fish

If you’re not familiar with Samantha Fish, Kill Or Be Kind is a great opportunity to get acquainted. The Kansas City-born rocker has won numerous awards including Best New Blues … Read more

Tad Robinson

First things first; this is a true delight, an album of pure quality, beauty and surprising strength. Robinson’s vocal delivery is always full-on, forefront and soulful. And perhaps surprising, his … Read more

Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters

Beyond the Blue Door  is one of those albums you just know is gonna be worthwhile. The 23rd studio release from Ronnie Earl and his band, the Broadcasters, since they … Read more

Van Morrison

Here we are again. Three Chords and the Truth is the Belfast Cowboy’s sixth album in the last four years, a prolific pace that matches his early ‘70s output. Yet, … Read more

Big Star

Rarely have the words “ripe for reassessment” been more apropos. In typical fashion, 2005’s In Space was largely ignored upon its release, just like all the other Big Star studio … Read more