Andy Davidson

The Montvales Album Art "Born Strangers"

The Montvales “Born Strangers”

February 9, 2024 Andy Davidson 0

Subtle, beautiful observations and a blast of activism. There are a few videos out there showing this folk duo performing together. Their songs are a pleasant mix of banjo-and-guitar coupled with very nice harmonies. Make no […]

Classic Clips: Sturgill Simpson “Keep it Between the Lines” Saturday Night Live – 14th January 2017

February 9, 2024 Andy Davidson 1

Many still think Sturgill Simpson’s performance of ‘Call to Arms’ on Saturday Night Live the most badass ever. Simpson performed harder than his Telecaster. The guitar, complete with rebel insignia was disrespectfully thrown to the ground […]

More People Really Should Know About: Charles Wesley Godwin

January 23, 2024 Andy Davidson 2

To those who question why an artist who recently headlined two nights at the Ryman Auditorium requires further recognition… I apologise unreservedly. In the americana music world the man’s star has already ascended and he really […]

Holler Choir “Songs Before They Write Themselves”

January 8, 2024 Andy Davidson 0

Old tools crafting out contemporary bluegrass-tinged gems. The album title implies an uncertain fate for songwriters and musicians, what with AI now mimicking human creative endeavours, but thankfully these ten tracks offer reassurance and hope. Holler […]

The Rhynes “Everything the Wrong Way Round”

December 11, 2023 Andy Davidson 0

A side project of wistful rootsy pop. Joe Atkinson would pull out an impressive resume if he had to go looking for a new band. Pianist for Glastonbury popsters Flipron, he also manages to find the […]