The independent solo realm ultimately called him back – this season marks the return of the country rock front-man, with the crisp kick of a timeless Flat Tires and Fumes.
Americana
Bringing things to a finish is a catchy stomp of a blues-rock anthem, a little Johnny Cash-like for one final twist of influence from across rock and folk’s history…
Purity of organic arrangement and instant optimism guide us into the inspiring new country-folk single from Shane Scarazzini and EightFingers.
Where delicacy was essential in conveying the gratitude and oneness of the opening song, boldness and rhythm and volume are key aspects of raising the bar for I Dare You, and in both cases D’Alessio executes faultlessly.
Folk-pop and Americana stylings back up blissful imagery and scenes, as The Ragged Flags showcase absolute musical unity alongside stories of love, loss and redemption, for Homecoming.
Reimagined in an almost freestyle manner, blending the broadly recognisable with the unexpectedly expressive and pure, The Midnight Shepherds take on the mighty Ain’t No Sunshine.
Introducing the highly-anticipated new album from one of modern Americana’s most authentically gripping artists, the blues-rock rasp and swagger of Mat D reaches peak embrace, throughout the stylish highs and lows of Jericho Gap.
Short yet incredibly impressive and a joy to let play at volume, the Heaven EP speaks out on behalf of hard-working artists who devote themselves to the craft and the freedom of writing above all else.
“I would have loved to hit the road with Kerouac – in that day in age and that time in place. That would be one hell of road trip.”
Humble as ever yet faultless and skilful in its portrayal of this topic and mood, Not Even Trying marks one more beauty of a blues track, from a now extensive and unmissable repertoire.
Liz provides a sensational anthem of soulful depth and presence. All at once unreservedly personal and vastly accessible for its concise presentation of the pain of missing someone.
An impressively versatile EP – vocally definitive, recognisable, poetic and thought-provoking, heartfelt and musically fresh yet nostalgic all at once.