Back in June, Anna Volpe released her debut EP Call My Name, a heartfelt exploration of pop music with significant influences from Volpe’s country music roots. I know Volpe through her collaborations with James Wilson of Paisley Fields, but I’m…
When art imitates life and then life imitates art, it can be a bit tricky. For Dutch artist Lewin, that scenario came abruptly. As she wrote a series of breakup songs with then-partner and producer Aaron Ahrends, it turned out…
Rachel is thankful for some good news and discusses this year’s country and Americana Grammy nominees — and of course some of the best folk, punk and country on offer! Dracula (Miami) — “Mononoke-hime” (Dorys & Eli) Catherine the…
In my interviews with queer country artists, I ask if they think there’s a particular sound to queer country — or if it’s a matter of the artist’s identity. Most artists have demurred — often pointing to the fact that…
Guest-starring one of Rachel’s favorite people! We’ve got jazz, pop, punk, and country — the usual! Also, you should watch the video for Jeremy and the Harlequins’ “A Chinese Restaurant on Christmas” — trust me. The link is in the…