Brandi Vezina was a new name to me, the Winnipeg native looks to branch out as she releases this summer anthem, ‘Do It Right’. Drawing influence from the likes of Johnny Cash, The Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin and Miranda Lambert, you can see where she gets her feisty side from in her music. An autobiographical …
Following on from last year’s ‘Broken Road’, Ben Hemming returns with his fourth album. The album was recorded at Masterlink Productions, a studio located in rural Woking just outside of London, with producer James Welsh at the controls. Leaning more towards the rock and blues influence, ‘Marked Man’ draws upon the feelings of rejection and …
Canadian outfit, The Bros Landreth, made up of Joey and Dave have returned with their latest record ‘Come Morning’. What strikes me upon first listen is the spacious and somewhat dreamy soundscapes they create with the production and arrangement which gives the brother’s melody room to breathe. It opens with the laid-back ‘Stay’ which draws …
Sam Outlaw is known for his unique blend of SoCal country. His first three studio albums captured hearts of fans throughout the US and Europe and led him to the stages of some famous festivals and venues. His fourth album he created with vinyl in mind and as such is split into two sides. Side …
Hailey Whitters is one of the most talented songwriters in Nashville right now. She has just been nominated for two GRAMMY Awards for two songs she’s written with and for other people – Brandy Clark and Alicia Keys. But her latest album will surely bring in accolades of it’s own as she teams up with …
I reviewed one of the band’s previous records last year, it was my first time listening to them and I was pleasantly surprised by their all round artistry. The band really showcase their musicianship on their latest four song EP, opening with the dramatic instrumental that becomes the title track. It has a cinematic feel …
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Anna Howie is a homegrown talent who’s debut 11 track album seeks to solidify her status as one of the fastest rising stars of the scene. Howie penned some of the album in Nashville and reflects upon her time there whilst she also takes influence from family and friends and the trials and tribulations we …
Dustin Lynch has never quite got the respect and the attention that he deserves over the past few years. In his own words he says how excited he is to go on his headline ‘Party Mode’ tour because he’s always had to be an opener. His duet ‘Thinking Bout You’ with Mackenzie Porter was a …
For those of you who remember the group Southern Halo, you’re bound to enjoy American Blonde as the two older Morris sisters return to the spotlight to form the duo. The songs are grittier and edgier than Southern Halo’s but with a new producer on board the pair feel they have found their true sound. …
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Pamela Hopkins’ has had a successful career in law enforcement and as an English teacher, the latter of which has no doubt helped her when it comes to crafting lyrics. For this latest EP, Hopkins tries to establish music as her full time job and why not? Her voice is unique, a slight southern twang …
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