Helen Jones

AJ Woods “Hawk Is Listenin'”

September 24, 2024 Helen Jones 0

Tales of the human condition looked at through a New Mexico-lens largely benefit from some at times more unorthodox musical choices. For New Mexico singer-songwriter AJ Woods, “Hawk Is Listenin’” is more than just an album […]

Jana Mila “Chameleon”

September 4, 2024 Helen Jones 0

Great vocals and solid production make for a debut album that feels like it could be a lost Laurel Canyon classic. What is quality songwriting if not an exercise in delving into your own psyche? Amsterdam […]

Can’t Live With It, Can’t Live Without It – Aimee Mann

August 28, 2024 Helen Jones 2

“One time the bass player from ‘Til Tuesday told me that she listened to me,” sings Dan Wilson with pride on ‘Grow Your Own’ from last year’s Semisonic album “Little Bit of Sun” (yes, that band that […]

More People Really Should Know About: Charlie Marie

August 27, 2024 Helen Jones 2

As a Brit who often feels like an outsider looking in on the world of Americana and country, there is a lot to relate to in Charlie Marie; you see, while her musical leanings and cowboy […]

Jenny Don’t and the Spurs “Broken Hearted Blue”

August 9, 2024 Helen Jones 0

A confident album from a band who know exactly who they are and showcase it with aplomb. When Jenny Connors was younger, she was given the moniker Jenny Don’t due to her “strong-willed and independent nature”, […]