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Bard Edrington V “Two Days in Terlingua”

September 3, 2021 David Jarman 0

Texas desert setting for hundred-year-old church recording venue creates an intimate set of original songs with old-time and Appalachian influences. There are many famous recording studios associated with Americana artists–think RCA Studio B in Nashville, or […]

Cover for Daviid Fergusons Nashville No More

David Ferguson “Nashville No More”

September 2, 2021 Gordon Sharpe 0

Relaxed enjoyment from a 40-year veteran and his many friends, on a debut release. I can’t say I’m not liable to get a frisson of amusement at the potential for furrowed brows if I start this […]

Artwork for Dori Freeman album, "Ten Thousand Roses"

Dori Freeman “Ten Thousand Roses”

September 2, 2021 Richard Phillips 0

Assured, melodic vocals from Carolina. What is striking about Freeman’s latest release is the quality of her vocals; their clarity and versatility give this album a truly distinctive feel. Reference points to her mellifluous tones might […]

Megan & Shane “Daughter of Country”

September 1, 2021 Peter Churchill 0

Brilliant female vocal brings life to brutally honest and heartfelt country. ‘Daughter of Country’ is, by the admission of husband-and-wife duo Shane and Megan Baskerville, a sad album. There is no attempt here to disguise the […]

Album artwork for Sturgill Simpson's Ballad Of Dood & Juanita

Sturgill Simpson “The Ballad Of Dood & Juanita”

September 1, 2021 Paul Kerr 0

Staying within an acoustic setting, Sturgill Simpson nods to his forebears with a grand storytelling album. No matter what you think of Sturgill Simpson, you have to admit that he’s a maverick who continually surprises. ‘High […]