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Larry Keel & Jon Stickley “Pioneers” – flatpicked tale of expansion

August 6, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0
This new song features a pair of talented flat-picked guitar players – and represents something of a dream come true for Larry Keel who explains that “I’ve wanted this project to happen for so long! Jon […]
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Video Premiere: Annie Stokes “Country Wife”

August 6, 2025 Andrew Frolish 0
The video premiere of ‘Country Wife’ finds singer-songwriter Annie Stokes living an imagined self-sufficient life in the country. Her smart, wryly amusing lyrics offer a different perspective on that wished-for life and the traditional gender roles […]
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Tyler Childers “Snipe Hunter”

August 5, 2025 Peter Churchill 0
Memorable opener paves the way for another high-class album from the formidable Mr Childers. There are some albums that start in a rather low-key manner. Albums that worm their way surreptitiously into the subconscious after a […]
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Circles Around The Sun share “Interludes With The Dead Vol 2” to celebrate Grateful Dead 60th anniversary

August 5, 2025 Richard Parkinson 0
Circles Around The Sun (CATS) have announced the release of their latest album, “Interludes for the Dead: Volume 2”, on 7th November 2025. Volume 1 comprised the music composed for the set breaks at the iconic […]
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Cole Quest: Woody Guthrie’s grandson pays debt to legendary balladeer, commands own journey

August 5, 2025 Brian D'Ambrosio 0
Beyond his worth as a powerful balladeer, Woody Guthrie (1912-1967) was a major American literary figure. As a singer, poet, and essayist, he embodies the Depression and the war years that ensued. His grandson, Cole Quest, […]

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