Singer-songwriter Sam Barber releases his sophomore long player, Broken View, co-produced by Barber and Joe Becker (“Indigo,” “Straight and Narrow”), with additional songs co-produced by Aaron Dessner (Taylor Swift, Noah Kahan). Across a baker’s dozen of tracks, on Broken View, Barber explores the intricacies of simply living, including motifs of loss, self-discovery, and love. Originally […]
Mid-West-based Americana singer-songwriter Kenny Hotopp releases his new album, The South Looks Good on You, an exploration of love, loss, introspection, and family. The South Looks Good on You showcases Hotopp’s evolution as an artist, shaped through his work with Nashville musicians who took his songs and expanded them into fully realized arrangements. As the […]
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Kenny Hotopp Early Times Waterford, Wisconsin-based singer-songwriter Kenny Hotopp just released his new EP, Early Times, a five-track collection of songs exploring motifs of marriage, fatherhood, and the resilience of love. Talking about the EP, Hotopp says, “These are stories I’ve lived or witnessed, but I leave space in the lyrics for you to find […]
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Jess Wayne photo by Mark Maryanovich Based in Taos, New Mexico, folk, country, and blues singer-songwriter Jess Wayne recently released his album, Ancient Door, a fusion of contemporary folk, country blues, and easy jazz, all flavored with dollops of Americana. Talking about Ancient Door, Wayne explains, “Many of the songs on this new album are […]
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Jill Andrews – Modern Age Nashville-based singer/songwriter Jill Andrews‘ musical style transcends the typical trappings of what many would consider “Americana.” She utilizes indie-pop and synth tones to drive points that mesh well with the sensibilities of the genre. When paired with her vocals, these messages shine. Her newest album, Modern Age, releases on August 18th. […]
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Pat Byrne and David Tribble in Fort Worth The Post at River East A cold night came to a close in grand fashion at the Post at River East in Fort Worth Tx. The night began with a chilly but much enjoyed set by local musician Jacob Furr in the courtyard. I sat listening enjoying […]
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