David Cowling

Scott Hrabko & The Rabbits “Summer” (Independent, 2017)

August 4, 2017 David Cowling 1

I know that this is grown-up Americana music, I know that it is well-crafted, slyly funny and expertly put together. I know it sounds like an Americana record should sound and I know that I should […]

Don Antonio “Don Antonio” Santeria/Audioglobe 2017

August 3, 2017 David Cowling 0

Antonio Gramentieri has worked with a host of Americana favourites from Howe Gelb, Richard Buckner and the Friends of Dean Martinez. If you blend those together, add in an Italian view of life (I like to […]

Cory Branan “Adios” (Bloodshot, 2017)

August 2, 2017 David Cowling 0

Branan is the type of songwriter who doesn’t like to repeat himself – no meticulous honing of a style. No, Branan likes to write a song and move on. The style will be suggested by the […]

Enderby’s Room “Enderby’s Room” (Fika Recordings, 2017)

August 1, 2017 David Cowling 0

This is Dan Mayfield’s first record as band leader. He’s worked with Darren Hayman, The Wave Pictures and Allo Darlin’, and his own sound isn’t too far away from those artists. It is a gentle blend […]

Los Straitjackets “What’s So Funny About Peace, Love and Los Straitjackets” (Yep Roc, 2017)

July 31, 2017 David Cowling 0

In which Los Straitjackets provide thirteen instrumental versions of Nick Lowe songs. They add their usual twang, and it ends up like a Shadows record without Cliff Richard. Mildly diverting at first and in the end […]