The instant this record started, we could only think of one thing; Pettitt embodies Led Zeppelin. Pettitt’s singing style is highly reminiscent of 1970s folk rock, but for the modern age. In particular the track ‘Drop Out’ highlights the use prescription medication as a means of escape, with Pettitt’s flow of consciousness writing working perfectly …
Daly taps into the pain of watching someone you love struggle with their mental health on this track. It’s a quiet, lonesome track with just Daly’s voice and acoustic guitar until the second verse, where drums and violin enter the mix, providing an even more sorrowful tone. It’s intensely emotional, a very impressive feat of …
This was a fun listen! Admittedly, we all need some more fun in our lives, particularly when it comes to music. Murphy opens with the chugging, string focused ‘I Never Learned To Drive’, a track that emulates its topic in an imaginative way – to its merit. In fact, all the tracks on this EP …
The EP delivers a fresh take on contemporary country, blending traditional sounds with a modern twist. There’s something about the way that Barnes sings that speaks to influences from Britpop in a way, an Oasis twinge perhaps. The absolute standout track is the closer here; ‘Still Believe In Crazy Love’ captures Barnes’ ability to create …
The Dutchman is back! With his blend of folk and bluegrass, Devries has always danced to his own tune. Kicking off the album is ‘Shadow Of A Man’, it’s a gentler prodding of the subject matter than an all-out critique of himself. That is, as ever with Devries, the music is still upbeat and dance-able, …
This was an unexpected album. Daly absolutely shines on this record, the lyricism and high-tension delivery of the opener ‘Ain’t Got A Cape’ is the perfect sad country track. Clearly taking some inspiration from his Americana peers, Daly rests on his talent, it creates space between his vocal line and acoustic guitar throughout the album. …
Mix some Sheryl Crow and Shania Twain together and you get this track. Unabashedly tongue-in-cheek, ‘Cats Over Men’ isn’t just funny, it’s aimed as a political takedown. By the time the pre-chorus comes, the downstrokes of guitar build the track to its titular line: ‘Sorry, but it’s cats over men’. Witty rhymes like ‘my calico …
Sometimes a slower track comes by and makes you feel wistful for a time that never happened – that’s how this track came to us. Part Joni Mitchell, part Father John Misty and a sprinkling of country with Amanda Anne Platt’s familiar twang, this song is quieter, more acoustic and would be best enjoyed outdoors …
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There’s a South American feel to this track. It’s not surprising from The Mavericks, their Latin influence often shines through, but it adds to the storytelling of this track in particular. Half a lament, half an unfilled, pessimistic dream of the future. The bands experience comes through immediately, it feels like you’re in a safe …
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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 …
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