I wrote this on No Depression last week and was going to re-post it here anyway. Unfortunately, the article feels more relevant than before, particularly if you skip to the last section. Thank you for reading. A few weeks ago…
I heaped high praise on Roof Beams’ previous album, Tectonics and it turns out the band has only gotten sharper in the past three years. Charon is sprawling in terms of theme: it takes on love, politics, religion, and the…
It’s my birthday so let’s celebrate! If you haven’t heard Lizzo’s Coconut Oil EP (and there’s a chance you haven’t), get off your ass and do it now. NPR has heaped praise on Lizzo’s exuberant and joyful performances, but I…
1. Rich Krueger‘s “In Between Kingfish” is a heartfelt ballad. If you caught Tuesday’s playlist, it’s clear that Krueger is not to be missed. 2. “The Well” by I, Anomaly takes me back (fondly!) to some of the rock acts…
I know this is often a roots blog but IT’S MY BLOG and it’s ALMOST MY BIRTHDAY so I can do whatever I want. When I came across The Greys I immediately purchased their album. It’s that good. Also, while…
If there’s any album that fits my mood right now, it’s I’ll Make the Most of my Sins. Contrary to the title, Robert Vincent’s newest album isn’t about self-flagellation. These songs are sad but they’re not sad bastard sad; it’s…
This past Saturday my family and I had a lively exchange via the means of textual messaging that unfolded upon these lines: Dad: Ever hear of Rihanna Giddens? A jazz artist Me: Rhiannon Giddens is a roots artist who plays…
1. I’m not entirely sure what’s going on in Elisa‘s “Då Vieåsen Var Verda” because it’s entirely in Norwegian and I don’t have any info on the band. But it’s certainly a fun song to listen to. 2. Marijuana Sweet…