The Montvales

artwork for The Montvales album "Path Of Totality"

The Montvales “Path Of Totality”

March 24, 2026 Chas Lacey 0

Folk-tinged harmonies and sophisticated indie-pop for turbulent times. Sally Buice and Molly Rochelson are originally from Knoxville, Tennessee – together they make up The Montvales. During their middle school years, the duo started out by busking […]

The Montvales “Loud & Clear” – safe to dance, it’s safe to dance

November 6, 2025 Jonathan Aird 0

This is a strange song to speak about – it’s in one of those topics that inspires a “what the mighty wind are you talkin’ about?” when you hear it. The Montvales on today’s song were […]

Various Artists “Songs Not Bombs Vol 1”

March 14, 2024 Andy Davidson 0

A generosity of spirit through the madness. “They say the skies of Lebanon are burning/ Those mighty cedars bleeding in the heat They’re showing pictures on the television/ Women and children dying in the streets” Retaliation […]

Americana artists come together for Palestine – here’s how you can help

March 8, 2024 Mark Whitfield 6

Regular readers will know that AUK has long supported the Palestinians’ struggle for freedom and justice and so we’re really pleased to be able to share some details of a new project which is aiming to […]

The Montvales Album Art "Born Strangers"

The Montvales “Born Strangers”

February 9, 2024 Andy Davidson 0

Subtle, beautiful observations and a blast of activism. There are a few videos out there showing this folk duo performing together. Their songs are a pleasant mix of banjo-and-guitar coupled with very nice harmonies. Make no […]