This EP feels rather misplaced in Maverick Country with it’s heavy pop production, but the songwriting is still good. From start to finish the Australian duo’s latest offering is littered with catchy hooks and melodies, from the chorus of ‘I Found Me’ to the pre-chorus of the title track. That’s the stand-out song for me …
The Last Inklings, made up of multi-instrumentalists David Hoyland and Leonardo MacKenzie, explore the world of folklore and myths on their debut album ‘The Impossible Wild’. Their storytelling lyrics set to symphonic arrangements are something to be marvelled at. Making use of the Cello and Mandolin to great effect the pair’s sound is unique and …
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Ziggy Alberts has released a new single titled ‘I BELIEVE’, a complimenting track to his 2021 ARIA Top 5 Album ‘searching for freedom’. Alberts’ says “I wrote I BELIEVE as a mantra to remain strong through hard times…I deeply needed a song to sing that would keep my eyes out to the horizon, beyond the storms we …
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The Outlaw Orchestra have always crafted a unique sound, fusing their love of country music and rock ’n’ roll. ‘Makin Tracks’ expands their scope as well as giving their loyal fans what they know and love. The gravelly tones of Dave’s vocals shine throughout but especially on ‘Done My Time’, the country-rock enthused first single …
The band create a unique soundscape with their new album; drawing upon their Americana influences they blend this with pop sensibilities, the traditional instrumentation stripped away. However, it is their most personal collection to date as they explore heartbreak, depression and isolation. Despite how that sounds, there are moments of jubilation punctuating the record too …
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Fisher’s latest release is his most authentic to date, with him writing or co-writing all of the songs, it is both patriotic and passionate. A true outlaw country artist, Fisher isn’t afraid to say it like it is, his gravelly vocals add weight to his statements. ‘Whiskey and the Dog’ is a stand-out, despite it’s …
This record is exactly what it says on the tin; it was recorded over two days in a church in Terlingua, Texas. It was recorded during his break Edrington’s break from The Hoth Brothers but sonically, it is not much of a departure from their Appalachia, Americana sound. I adore the twang and tone of …
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The duo, made up of singer-songwriter Iain Matthews and guitarist/singer-songwriter/producer BJ Baartmans, came together to find solace in co-writing during the pandemic. The result is this unique collection of colourful songs. It opens with the gentle tones of ‘Sleepwalking’, the slow, soothing tempo matching the lyrical content, laid-back drums keep it moving forward whilst the …
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The primarily acoustic album from Dutch singer-songwriter Eric Devries is full of passion, humour and in depth storytelling lyrics set to a folky, bluegrass backdrop. Featuring traditional instrumentation, such as banjo and fiddle, Devries tells stories about unrequited love and real people who have resiliently overcome the struggles of everyday life. ‘Jericho Walls’ is a …
Upon first listen I recognise that this is Sinclair at her very best. The folk singer’s lyrics are both intricate and inspired as she uses her words to paint vivid imagery in the listeners mind. Her vocals are smooth, Sinclair has a lovely tone to her voice and the production gives them space to linger. …
