Michael Farley

Alberta “Mmmmm” (Independent, 2018)

October 29, 2018 Michael Farley 0

This eclectic album from Alberta, the alter ego of Detroit native David Boone is a rough, ready and sometimes raucous affair with surprising subtlety thrown in for good measure. Track one ‘Outta My Head’ kicks things off […]

Vanessa Peters “Foxhole Prayers” (Idol Records, 2018)

September 27, 2018 Michael Farley 0

This is an infectious record and one of those which has many “ear worm” moments but all in a good way. Vanessa Peters is a Dallas based singer-songwriter and this her eleventh album is a triumph […]

Christian Kjellvander “Wild Hxmans” (Tapete Records 2018)

September 24, 2018 Michael Farley 0

This album from Swedish singer songwriter Christian Kjellvander comes with a healthy dose of Scandi Noir and thus a warning is required for those of a nervous disposition. If you are in any way feeling low, […]

James House & The Blues Cowboys “James House & The Blues Cowboys” (Proper Records, 2018)

September 11, 2018 Michael Farley 0

James House is a successful country blues artist who many people won’t be familiar with. Having spent much of his long career writing hits for others, House has rarely been the main focus of attention in […]

Ethan Johns with The Black Eyed Dogs “Anamnesis” (Proper Music, 2018)

September 5, 2018 Michael Farley 0

Ethan Johns is one of the fathers of Americana given his production of so many classic albums in the genre over the years, including Ryan Adams’s ‘Gold’ and albums by Ray Lamontagne and The Jayhawks to […]