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Welcome to RootsnRevelry, your ultimate destination for the latest news and updates on the roots music genre.
Our platform is dedicated to providing you with the most comprehensive coverage of these genres, including news, events, album reviews, and artist spotlights.
By joining our community, you’ll stay up-to-date on the latest trends and emerging artists in the music industry.
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Fairground Attraction Reunites after 35 Years for Anniversary Tour
After a long hiatus spanning 35 years, Fairground Attraction are setting the stage alight once more. Best known for their 1988 chart-topper Perfect and the critically acclaimed album The First of a Million Kisses, they have marked their return not just with nostalgia...
Review: Charlie Parr and his New Album ‘Little Sun’
Charlie Parr, renowned for his authentic and raw, clangin’ on a resonator guitar, approach to folk music, takes a bold step forward with his latest album. Widely recognized for his individualistic style and dedication to his craft, Parr has built a remarkable career...
Annie Dressner’s New Album: ‘I Thought It Would Be Easier’
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...
Ballads of Bloodshed: The Beguiling World of Murderfolk
Imagine a music genre steeped in the dark hues of Southern Gothic landscapes, telling tales of tragedy with a twang. This is Murderfolk, where the storytelling traditions of folk music (and country music) meet the grittier side of life—and death. It's a place where...
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...
Review: Addison Johnson’s New Album ‘Dangerous Men’
Addison Johnson emerges as a rising star in storytelling, hailing from Greensboro, NC. Despite his acclaim within certain circles, Johnson's name was unfamiliar to me until the release of his sophomore album, Dangerous Men. With 11 tracks spanning 45 minutes, this...
Review: Joe Pug’s New Album ‘Sketch of a Promised Departure’
Joe Pug makes a triumphant return with his highly anticipated new album, Sketch of a Promised Departure. As is characteristic of Pug's poetry, this album is rich with depth and complexity. Despite multiple listens, there’s still a couple of tracks that that evade my...
What is Deathgrass? Everything You Need To Know
Within the diverse tapestry of roots music, a bristling and spirited subgenre known as Deathgrass emerged, capturing attention with its unconventional amalgamation of genres. On the surface, it shares the acoustic string melodies of traditional bluegrass, but beneath...
Review: Luke Grimes’ New Full-Length Album: “Luke Grimes”
Luke Grimes has officially released his first full-length debut album, marking a significant milestone in his musical career. This album's journey has taken a somewhat unconventional path, a trend increasingly observed with streaming releases, with most of the songs...
Review: Shane Smith and the Saints’ New Album ‘Norther’
Shane Smith and the Saints: Norther Shane Smith and the Saints burst onto the scene with the force of a wrecking ball, unleashing their lat est album Norther with a raw, unyielding power. Renowned for his uniquely deep and weathered voice, Shane Smith leads the charge...
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...
Review: Joshua Ray Walker’s New ‘Thank You for Listening’
Joshua Ray Walker says "Thank You" Joshua Ray Walker's latest release, Thank You for Listening, marks a significant milestone in his musical journey. In light of recent personal challenges, including his battle with colon cancer announced in December, Walker's album...
Review: Amigo the Devil’s New Album ‘Yours Until the War is Over’
Amigo the Devil aka Danny Kiranos Amigo the Devil... Where should I begin? Until today, I hadn't formally introduced myself to the music of Amigo the Devil, also known as singer-songwriter Danny Kiranos. While I've casually encountered a song or two in my playlist's...
Review: Corb Lund’s New Album ‘El Viejo’
Corb Lund's El Viejo (For Ian) Corb Lund has once again hit a high note with his latest album, El Viejo. I wholeheartedly recommend this album without reservation. With 11 tracks, this latest release serves as a tribute to Lund's late friend and mentor, the renowned...
Review: Frontier Ruckus’ New Album ‘On the Northline’
Long-awaited: Another Ruckus on the Frontier Frontier Ruckus makes a triumphant return after a 7-year hiatus with their long-awaited album, On the Northline, featuring 12 new songs and 48 minutes of melancholic melodies. Frontier Ruckus defies categorization, drawing...