Peter Thompson

For the Sake of the Song: Allison Moorer “A Soft Place to Fall”

April 7, 2025 Peter Thompson 0

In 1993, on graduation from University, Allison Moorer, born and raised in Alabama, moved to Nashville to be with her elder sister, Shelby Lynne (who, by that time, had become an established artist); Moorer sang backing […]

Artwork for Bob Bradshaw album “Live in Boston”

Bob Bradshaw “Live in Boston”

March 26, 2025 Peter Thompson 0

A worthwhile addition to songwriter Bob Bradshaw’s body of work, this live (in the studio) record highlights how songs can evolve over time. Back in early 2000, ‘Bob Bradshaw’ was a Planning Officer employed by Weatherfield […]

Album art for Richard Dawson album "End of the Middle"

Rich(ard) Dawson “End of the Middle”

March 18, 2025 Peter Thompson 0

Rich(ard) Dawson wanders through northern life, like a folk soap opera. Rich(ard) Dawson (the second syllable in his first name is expressed in parenthesis for this release, suggesting that he wants to be known as Rich, […]

Artwork for Edith Frost album "In Space"

Edith Frost “In Space”

February 27, 2025 Peter Thompson 0

Back after a break of almost 20 years, Edith Frost returns with an atmospheric album of great songs. Noted tunesmith Edith Frost describes her music as “pensive countrified psychedelia“. Throughout her career, Frost has never been […]

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Classic Clips: Dwight Yoakam “Little Ways”- Austin City Limits, 1988

February 14, 2025 Peter Thompson 2

Singer/songwriter Dwight Yoakam was raised in Columbus, Ohio; however his family’s background relates to Kentucky, its coal mining community and the influence of the Appalachian Mountains. Never one to follow the Nashville musical trends, Yoakam has […]