Another Hellraiser from Dennis Davison
Famous for that neo-psychedelia sixties sound, the songs here are painstakingly relevant in 2025. The first single, “Invisibilia,” is a tune about that imaginary girlfriend we’ve all have (right?).
False Corners Drop ‘Doobie’
Across this project, Shaw demonstrates both experience and skill in his songwriting and musicianship, having performed music professionally for half his life. Bringing in talented vocalists like Kay has proven to be a winning strategy.
Marr Drops Double Live Album on RSD25
Performing “Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want” on acoustic guitar was pure magic, as not a single soul in the arena was quiet; everyone there could easily be credited in the liner notes as “backup singers.”
Gonzalez and Sloan Brothers Split Custody on New EP
Pecking away at what sounds like a kid’s xylophone, Gonzalez has simplified a well-written tune into an ode to his bride, we’re assuming (raise your hand if you married up, too).
Prolific Welles Delivers 63-Song Manifesto
He’s Dylan and Kurt, Tom T. Hall and Fogerty. He is John Prine and Mick. Check out his covers as he breathes new life for a new generation into many of these artists’ classics.
Isbell Begins Again on New Solo Album
The songs on ‘Foxes’ could be interpreted with different muses as the focus. But that’s the beauty of Isbell’s songwriting—like all great artists, he leaves space for listeners to find their own meaning and emotional responses in the gaps.
Patterson Hood is the Songwriter We Need
The rockness of “The Van Pelt Parties,” backed by Asheville’s own Wednesday (Hood’s current favorite band), is immediately evident. His history with DBT has caused fans to attempt a label. Not that easy, as they veer from rock, into country, folk, Americana, and more.
The Handcuffs Set Rock Ablaze
The sound of the ‘Cuffs has matured and evolved since the first release some 16 years ago. On Rails, their fourth studio album, the band visits a glam/indie 70s universe, creating a fresh edge on each track.
The Alarm Reimagine Music Television
For fans of 80s music, it’s about time. The subtitle of the album reads, “Stepping back into the future.” Appropriate for a man who is simultaneously reminiscing and looking forward to what’s next.
Stars Celebrate 20 Years of ‘Set Yourself On Fire’
As Torq sings on the title track, “Twenty years asleep before we sleep forever.” Well, it’s 20 years later and there will surely be little rest as the band is out promoting the anniversary of their third album kicking off in the northeast U.S. then continuing through much of Canada and the U.S. West coast.
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