Caleb Sweazy brings old-world charm to his Americana. His old-time crooner’s voice blends seamlessly with his twang-inflected ballads. “Soldier’s Heart,” a tale of love from WWI, is an instant winner — though considering how easily the song could be about…
I couldn’t resist being drawn to the romance of Tough Old Bird’s new album. Recorded in a barn in Hume, NY (which is probably not named after the great Enlightenment philosopher, but I’m going to pretend it is because upstate…
I’m not sure how many more times I can tell you that Karen and the Sorrows’ Queer Country Monthly showcase is one of the best things to do in New York City. The sense of community is palpable and wonderful.…
The backstory for Pops Staples’ posthumous release is almost as interesting as the album itself. To be honest, I only really knew about — and appreciated — Mavis Staples with her “comeback” album You Are Not Alone. (My parents pretty…
A while back I directed you to the Whiskey Charmers’ Kickstarter page. If you’re one of the people who was kind enough to donate, then you’, you lucky duck, already have had a chance to hear the band’s debut album.…