‘A Community Rather Than a Sound:’ Inside the Crust Punk to Folkie Pipeline
Some of the biggest Americana artists right now have surprising ties to a little-known folk punk community that’s fueled the genre in secret for more than 20 years. The musicians who built this scene came out of anarchic, underground communities tied to radical politics and activism, train hopping and
ALBUM REVIEW, What We Missed: Australia’s Folk Bitch Trio Dazzles on the Debut ‘Now Would Be a Good Time’
Editor’s Note: Here at No Depression there’s too much great roots music in a year for us to cover it all. So in December, when new releases slow down, we ask writers to review some of the best albums we missed throughout the year in an on-going series
The 2025 No Depression Guide to Holiday Music That Doesn’t Suck
Sometimes all it takes to get in to the holiday spirit is a good soundtrack. And luckily for roots music fans, No Depression's got that covered. Since 2019, we've been polling our staff and contributors and checking our inboxes twice for all the best "Holiday
THROUGH THE LENS: ND Photographers’ Favorite Roots Albums of 2025
Music and the Power to Change
EDITOR'S NOTE: This passionate essay originally appeared in the Winter 2020 "All Together Now" issue of No Depression. We're sharing it now in tribute to Raul Malo, frontman of the legendary country, Latin, and rock band The Mavericks, who passed away due to cancer
FRESH TRACK: Omer Netzer - "Low High"
The “Low High” music video brings the song’s gritty fire to life with a high-energy, country-blues edge that channels smoke-filled bars, late-night confessions, and the volatile push-and-pull of a love that swings between chaos and calm. Director Ryan Hood blends Johnny Cash swagger with Muddy Waters soul, capturing the