If there’s any artist who is consistent, it’s Carrie Underwood. Overproduced tracks smothering meager vocals. That’s great news if you like to hear the same old stuff again and again (or, as she describes them, “throwback-type songs”), even if it’s on another new album. Does country music really need yet another collection of catchy anthems, … Continue reading
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New Music: The Bennett Matteo Band — ‘Shake the Roots’
The Bennett Matteo Band — Shake the Roots Label: Gulf Coast Records Let’s just start by noting the exceptional talents who really make this album by The Bennett Matteo Band soar: Jade Bennett (lead vocals); Gino Matteo and Kid Andersen (guitars); Michael Burnham (bass); Carson Ford (drums); Jim Pugh and Kid Andersen (keyboards); Nic Clark … Continue reading
New Music: Courtney Rivera-Hale — ‘Growing Pains’
Courtney Hale-Revia — Growing Pains Label: Courtney Hale-Revia Music Release date: June 3, 2022 “I don’t write songs, meant for drinkin’. Most of the time, it’s the result of too much thinkin’. (from “Who Are You,” by Courtney Hale-Revia) Courtney Hale-Revia’s third album, Growing Pains, is as welcome as a soft, dust-settling rain in a desert … Continue reading
‘WATERTOWN’ — FRANK SINATRA’S GENIUS CONCEPT ALBUM, NEWLY MIXED AND REMASTERED FROM ORIGINAL SESSION TAPES — SET FOR RELEASE ON JUNE 3!
Marvin Gaye had Here, My Dear, and now Frank Sinatra has Watertown. Forgotten masterpieces well worth hearing again and again. Two distinctly original, ambitious recordings that prove to be more profound with each passing year. Both are souvenirs of an artistic zenith, captured forever in recording sessions (Gaye’s in 1977 & ’78, and Sinatra’s in … Continue reading
New Country: Alex Miller – ‘Miller Time’
Summer’s finally here, and if you want the perfect album to kick it off, especially an authentically country album, then you could definitely say it’s Miller time! Alex Miller, that is. Not afraid to actually sound country, he’s just released an album that is drenched in country instrumentation but that also showcases his musical versatility … Continue reading
New Country: Easton Corbin — “I Can’t Decide”
Hitting the radio airwaves April 29th, Easton Corbin‘s new single, “I Can’t Decide,” is another song that’ll have you reaching to turn up the volume. Now on Stone Country Records, Easton Corbin is as consistently country as ever. After staying inside for the past couple of years, this one will inspire you to go out. … Continue reading
New Music: Andrew Beall & Evan McCormack — “In Control”
Featuring Brad Standley and Arielle Jacobs, “In Control,” the final single preview from the upcoming album GOODBYE NEW YORK is now released. It’s another exciting glimpse of what is destined to be a musical highlight of the next theater season. There will be a full album release (on Broadway Records) concert at 54 Below in … Continue reading
New Blues: Albert Castiglia — I Got Love
Love has never sounded so sure of itself. When Albert Castiglia sings and plays, it’s guaranteed that he means what he plays and sings, and it’s equally guaranteed that through his searing performance you will understand his intentions completely. His new release (out March 22, 2022 on Gulf Coast Records) is an explosion of energy … Continue reading
New Blues: Markey Blue Ric Latina Project — ‘Jumpin’ the Broom’
The Nashville based blues duo Markey Blue Ric Latina Project will release their new album in April 2022. Titled Jumpin’ the Broom, it’s a collection of original material with which vocalist Markey Blue and guitarist Rick Latina make it clear that they are profoundly inspired by the Memphis sound. My personal favorites are “Right Kind … Continue reading
New Music: Joey Sontz’s “How Am I Supposed To Live Without You” [EP]
Country singer Joey Sontz is about to release his new EP — “How Am I Supposed To Live Without You.” With this project, the artist known for his Nashville style is branching out into pop territory. He certainly has the vocal instrument to do it all. The project is a heartfelt tribute to Laura Branigan, … Continue reading
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