In the heart of Maryland, within the vibrant creative nucleus of Strathmore, a profound musical connection has blossomed between three extraordinary musicians, transcending geographical boundaries and cultural divides. Grammy Award winners Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer, alongside Chinese dulcimer virtuoso Chao Tian, have embarked on a captivating musical journey culminating in their eagerly awaited album, …
Don’t let the cover put you off, Hearon’s ‘Impossible Man’ isn’t a surrealist move. Starting off with ‘Dead Man’s Cove’, Hearon’s voice comes through as singular tone in country. The ability of Hearon to utilise his low, raspy voice to paint a picture is exceptional on this album. Accompanied by acoustic guitar – and a …
Duo Brent and Anthony are back and they’re making it truly country this time. The title track is a very sweet ode to love plays on Everette’s more acoustic side, in contrast to electric recordings that have come previously. The pair don’t suffer for it, though, just two men with their acoustic guitars still make …
At just 16 years old, Odin Sokac, also known as Odin S, is making a name for himself in the Blues music scene. His passion for this beloved genre is palpable and he believes that anyone who feels deeply can sing and play the blues, regardless of their age. This sentiment is encapsulated in his …
It’s no secret that Bailey is talented. The UK Americana Award winner has returned with an album that is reflective of just how good she is. Upon reviewing this album, there wasn’t a single track that we were able to sit still for! From the dance-friendly introduction of ‘Enjoy The Ride’ (we should have taken …
Karley Scott Collins’s music is instantly identifiable by one thing: her love of an electric guitar. Collins’s passion for the instrument originates in another love for her, heavy rock and metal music. As Collins releases her brand new EP ‘Write One’, we take a look at her career so far, her rise to playing the …
The Cambridge Folk Festival returns this weekend, promising a spectacular celebration of Americana. This year’s line-up features an array of incredible artists across four main stages, with something for everyone – including the little ones. A major highlight of the festival is the Transatlantic Sessions, led by the multi-talented Jerry Douglas. The Sessions, known for …
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Bailey Zimmerman’s ‘Where It Ends’ is a bombastic track that mixes country with pop punk. It’s hardly surprising, looking at the team that put the song together though; there’s the producer, Austin Shawn, alongside three writers, Zimmerman himself, Grant Averill and Joe Spargur (also known as Joe London). Debuting at number seven in the Billboard …
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Americana artist Ruth Theodore’s latest release comes in blue (literally). It’s a raw, lyrically intriguing, poetic album that plots Theodore’s love life. ‘Full Metal Jacket’ is a jazzy standout that is fast-paced and includes very interesting harmonies. It’s the kind of track that makes you want to bounce up and down, makes you want to …
Psychedelia and country aren’t often the best bedfellows, but Cardiff band No Thee No Ess have managed to create an album that highlights the best of both worlds. The band are leaders, not followers, pushing the genre of country to exciting and intriguing new places. Perhaps intriguing is the best way to describe ‘Distant …
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