ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Finley Expands His Range on ‘Black Bayou’
The spotlight may be shining on Robert Finley relatively late in life, but the bombastic blues singer is making the most of his moment. His 2021 LP Sharecropper’s Son was his coming out party, a dynamic blend of blues and gritty Southern soul (ND review). A stint opening for
ALBUM REVIEW: ‘Little Pieces’ Walks in Cidny Bullens’ Shoes
Cidny Bullens has had a storied career, from songs on the famed Grease soundtrack to two Grammy awards to his tenure in the bands of Elton John and Rod Stewart. He's also blazed trails as a transgender man in roots music. While much of this history is detailed
THROUGH THE LENS: BeachLife Ranch Festival and Los Angeles Folk Festival
Two new festivals in California recently showcased the state’s varied flavors of roots music and festival settings.
The second installment of the BeachLife Ranch Festival took place Sept. 22-24 in Redondo Beach. Less than 30 miles to the northeast, the Los Angeles Folk Festival made its debut Oct. 8-9
FRESH TRACK: Alan Doyle & The Dardanelles – 'St. John's Waltz'
From the album Sonny Don't Go Away – A Tribute to Ron Hynes. From Alan Doyle about the song: "'St. John’s Waltz' is perfect poetry. A painting with words and melody. It is literally enchanting. Instantly makes the listener understand a lot about the place
No Depression Sessions at AMERICANAFEST 2023: Lola Kirke
Singer, songwriter, and actress Lola Kirke shared three new songs from her forthcoming Elle King-produced EP Country Curious during our No Depression Sessions at AmericanaFest 2023, shot at Jaan’s House in Nashville.
Watch as Kirke and Josh Kaler on electric guitar and pedal steel pick n' strum through
BONUS TRACKS: Brutal News From Bandcamp, The Birth of a Folk Standard, and More
In a music business landscape where independent artists are getting punched from just about every direction, Bandcamp has long offered a more loving embrace. It truly seemed aimed at connecting artists and fans, and allowing artists to be fairly compensated for the music and merch they sold on the platform.