There once was a time you could find Justin Townes Earle touring with his dad, Steve, sort of hanging in the background while Earle and The Dukes did their thing. I never thought much of him ever becoming an artist with such a creative vision that he has now. Of course, I had no idea … Read more
Following up the 2009’s critically acclaimed Midnight at the Movies, Justin Townes Earle is set to release his next LP, Harlem River Blues, out September 14th on Bloodshot Records. The album features guest appearances from Jason Isbell, Bryn Davies and Calexico’s Paul Niehaus is a more mature, increasingly nuanced effort. Yet, it promises further standout … Read more
Artwork credit: Alyssa Shapkoff Wanna see the entire list so far? Click thisaway. 50 The Fresh & Onlys – Waterfall Gloomy guitars jangle flawlessly as angelic voices call out of the tugging wind and darkness, pleading with singer Tim Cohen to deliver hazy, yet romantic vocals. [buy the album] [more from The Fresh and Onlys … Read more
Good morning, 2015! It’s time to put 2014 to bed and look ahead. And we’re ready to share our 20 Most Anticipated Albums of 2015 for January through March. Kill the Christmas music and get these selections on your radar! January 6 Catfish & the Bottlemen, The Balcony January 13 Justin Townes Earle, Absent Fathers January 20 … Read more
The Decemberists sound check at The Pageant / All photos by Katie Guymon Last Wednesday, I attended my first ever sound check. Yes, I, along with approximately fifteen others, had the privilege (courtesy of my favorite indie radio station, KDHX) to witness The Decemberists, along with Nickel Creek’s Sara Watkins, gear up for that evening’s … Read more