Rook Richards writes music from the heart and for the people, exploring concepts of heartache and the importance of perseverance in the life long pursuit of love and happiness. His overall message is one of hope, optimism and positivity. Creating…
It doesn’t get more country than an American-made pickup truck, wide open spaces, a loyal dog in the passenger’s seat. But this is no bro country song. Dylan Earl’s “White Painted Trees” is a true celebration of his life in…
Destinie Lynn’s EP “Little Ghost” is a five-song collection that embodies all that ghostliness means. To be sure, there’s a good deal of haunting here, and Lynn takes us on a journey with lilting guitars and a singing voice that…
I have a confession to make. I’ve never really listened to Lucero. I know what you’re thinking, and I agree — how? Virtually every band I reviewed between 2012 and 2016 was either in the band’s circle or heavily inspired…
As Bobby Stevens’ voice drifts between his spare picking, you know you’re in for something magical. Hushed, somber, and hopeful, the St. Louis-based singer-songwriter channels the sky’s majesty into humble contemplation. The song is gentle, but we can hear Stevens’…
Lafemmebear demonstrated her knack for reviving country classics with her remix/reimagining of Reba’s “I’m a Survivor.” She crafted the song with Mya Byrne on guitar, and the two have made lightning strike twice with their cover of Johnny Cash’s “Still…
Erika Olson’s path to music was not straightforward. A former lawyer who now lives in England, her experiences as a newly stay-at-home mom taught her to slow down and observe every moment life has to offer. Returning to her passion…
Life is a complicated thing — there’s much to revel in, and much to lament. On his new single “Cry,” Afton Wolfe unites these contradictions. In the face of a friend’s unimaginable grief, Wolfe brings a song that offers all…