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CRITICS POLL: ND Writers’ Favorite Roots Music Albums of 2022

CRITICS POLL: ND Writers’ Favorite Roots Music Albums of 2022

Hot on the heels of our annual Readers Poll, we checked in with No Depression’s staff and contributors to get their takes on the best roots music albums released in 2022. As usually happens, there’s only a little overlap between the two polls, but the good news is

No Depression Readers' 50 Favorite Roots Music Albums of 2022

No Depression Readers' 50 Favorite Roots Music Albums of 2022

After two years severely curtailed by COVID-19, the music industry got back to full speed in 2022, with busy touring schedules and a steady river of new roots music releases throughout the year. As we do every year, we asked No Depression readers to share their favorite new roots music

The 2022 No Depression Guide to Holiday Music That Doesn’t Suck

The 2022 No Depression Guide to Holiday Music That Doesn’t Suck

The holiday spirit is in the air, and so is holiday music — everywhere you go. Sure, it’s comforting to hear familiar favorites (and admit it, even Mariah Carey puts a smile on your face the first dozen or so times you hear her this time of year), but it’

Madeleine Kelson – 'Make You Proud'

Madeleine Kelson – 'Make You Proud'

Nashville-based artist Madeleine Kelson has been writing and performing music since childhood, developing a unique, country-leaning style of Americana laced with elements of rock and blues. She spent her early career performing with her twin sister as The Kelson Twins in Chicago before branching off to launch her solo career

No Depression’s Best Roots Music Albums of 2022 (So Far)

No Depression’s Best Roots Music Albums of 2022 (So Far)

We’re at the halfway point of 2022, and what a ride it’s been. Luckily, there’s good music to get us through. In what’s become a tradition at No Depression, we once again wanted to take a minute to appreciate the steady stream of great roots music

Karen Dalton – 'Something On Your Mind' Live at The Montreux Golden Rose Pop Festival, May 1, 1971

Karen Dalton – 'Something On Your Mind' Live at The Montreux Golden Rose Pop Festival, May 1, 1971

The previously unreleased audio from Karen Dalton's rare, captivating performance live at the Montreux Golden Rose Pop Festival on May 1, 1971. This is the first time this audio has been made available in any physical format — presented on 180-gram 12-inch vinyl and featuring a stunning etching of

No Depression Reviewers and Writers' Favorite Roots Music Albums of 2021

No Depression Reviewers and Writers' Favorite Roots Music Albums of 2021

It’s no easy task, but every year when it comes time for No Depression’s staff and contributors to pick their favorite roots music releases, they knock it out of the park. As always, there’s some overlap with our Year-End Readers Poll results, but not much this year.