No Depression's Best of August 2025

August was stacked with new music: No Depression tracked 45 roots releases in the longest summer month! Spotlight artist Dean Johnson brought Pacific Northwest clouds to a sunny day (ND feature) and Margo Price (ND review) returned in full country force. Plus, check out more in-depth stories on American music architect Woody Guthrie, Texas country-rocker Hayes Carll, New Orlenas Black Masking Indian group Cha Wa, and North Carolina singer-songwriter Tift Merritt. Check it all out in the playlist below and become a member to read more about these artists and others.