New Blues/Roots: Eric Bibb — Ridin’
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New Blues/Roots: Eric Bibb — Ridin’

Label: Stony Plains Records Release date: March 24, 2023 Eric Bibb‘s follow-up to his critically acclaimed 2021 album, Dear America, Ridin’ is a continuation of the vision that informs Bibb’s artistry as a modern-day Blues troubadour. Grounded in the folk and blues tradition with contemporary sensibilities, Bibb’s music continues to reflect his thoughts on his … Continue reading

New Bluegrass: The Infamous Stringdusters — ‘A Tribute to Flatt & Scruggs’
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New Bluegrass: The Infamous Stringdusters — ‘A Tribute to Flatt & Scruggs’

The Infamous Stringdusters have released another tribute album — this time honoring bluegrass legends Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs. This album is not The Infamous Stringdusters’ first effort honoring their musical forefathers. The group — Travis Book (bass), Andy Falco (guitar), Jeremy Garrett (fiddle), Andy Hall (Dobro), and Chris Pandolfi (banjo) — received a Grammy … Continue reading

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New Jazz: The Dave Stryker Trio — ‘Prime’

Produced by Dave Stryker Apparently, a little lockdown can be a useful thing. Guitarist Dave Stryker has released Prime—the first recording featuring his working trio. Along with Jared Gold on organ and McClenty Hunter on drums, Stryker offers eight new compositions and the mesmerizing standard “I Should Care.” From the inspiring title track “Prime,” to … Continue reading

New Country: Brit Taylor — ‘Kentucky Blue’
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New Country: Brit Taylor — ‘Kentucky Blue’

Brit Taylor — Kentucky Blue Label: Cut A Shine Records (in collaboration with Thirty Tigers) Release date: 2/3/23 Musicians: Brit Taylor (Lead Vocals), Miles Miller (Drums, Percussion), Dave Roe (Electric Bass, Upright), Russ Paul (Electric Guitar, Steel Guitar, Tic-tac Bass), Mark Howard (Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo, Ukulele), Joey Miskulin (Accordion), Matt Combs (Strings), Sam Bacco … Continue reading

New Americana: Peach and Quiet — ‘Beautiful Thing’
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New Americana: Peach and Quiet — ‘Beautiful Thing’

Peach and Quiet, is “a partnership in music, romance and life from the lushly forested and rocky shores of Pender Island, just off Canada’s west coast.” The touching duo (Heather Read and Jonny Miller) have released their latest album, Beautiful Thing, and their music is as alluring as their official description. If you appreciate solid musicianship, … Continue reading