Annie Dressner is set to grace the ears of roots music enthusiasts once again with her latest album, I Thought It Would Be Easier, scheduled to release on April 5th via Dharma Records. With an established presence since her initial solo record in 2011, Dressner...
Rainbow Kitten Surprise: The Return with ‘Love Hate Music Box’
After years of near silence and fervent speculation on Reddit, Rainbow Kitten Surprise (RKS) has shattered the quiet with a stunning proclamation: Love Hate Music Box is winding up for release on May 10, 2024. Fans, once divided between hope and doubt, now unite in...
Josiah and the Bonnevilles Release New EP ‘by the creek’
Josiah and the Bonnevilles released their latest EP, by the creek, a soul-stirring collection that revisits two of the artist's most beloved tracks. This intimate acoustic set, featuring Ghost (by the creek) and Blood Moon (by the creek), offers a fresh, raw take on...
Vincent Mason: The ‘Heartbreak Kid’ of Country Music
Who is Vincent Mason? In the vast polluted waters of country music, certain stars shine brighter, captivating audiences with their unique blend of talent, authenticity, and passion for storytelling. One such luminary illuminating the country music scene is Vincent...
Todd Snider Kicks Off ‘All My Songs’ Series with New Album
Todd Snider Celebrates 30 Years With Accoustic Re-Tellings Of His Discography Hot off of the release of Crank it We’re Doomed, Todd Snider releases Aimless Records Presents: Songs For the Daily Planet as the inaugural entry in the "All My Songs" series. This album hit...
Amigo the Devil Releases New Album: ‘Yours Until the War is Over’
Amigo the Devil, known offstage as Danny Kiranos, has just unveiled his latest auditory journey with the release of Yours Until the War is Over. Kiranos emerges once more to captivate the roots music scene, coupling traditional instrumentation with themes shadowed by...
Frontier Ruckus Releases New Album: ‘On the Northline’
After a notable 7-year hiatus, the Michigan-based band Frontier Ruckus has made a comeback with their latest album, On the Northline. The 2024 release marks a significant return for the group, re-engaging their fans with a collection of songs that continue to showcase...
Psychonaut Billy Strings Reveals It All, Good and Bad
For those who may not be familiar, Billy Strings is currently leading the way in modern Bluegrass Music. With a long list of accolades and awards within the Bluegrass world, including a Grammy win for Best Bluegrass Album in 2021 with Home, Strings has solidified his...
Unpopular Opinion: Beyonce’s New Country Single “Texas Hold Em”
What is Country Music? What is country music? What is roots music? Does it matter at this point thanks to the internet? Will AI destroy us all, or at least what it means to be human? I don’t know, folks… I don’t know much… Due to the fact my children have afterschool...
Charlie Parr Announces New Album: ‘Little Sun’
Charlie Parr, known for his visceral storytelling and mastery of folk blues, has announced the forthcoming release of his eighteenth album, Little Sun. Set to grace the ears of listeners on March 22nd, this latest endeavor is a significant departure from Parr's...
Cash & Carter Releases Their Debut EP: ‘No Use Praying’
On January 5, 2024, the music scene welcomed a captivating new blend of Americana and UK country with the release of No Use Praying, the debut EP from Cash & Carter. Their collaboration pays homage to the genre's greats while introducing an innovative perspective...
New Music: “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” Soundtrack – A Hidden Bluegrass Gem?
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Soundtrack is a Modern O Brother, Where art Thou? I’d be lying if I said I didn’t initially dismiss this album. In fact, I first encountered Winters Come and Gone in a Charles Wesley Godwin playlist. Upon closer inspection, I was...