MUSIC REVIEWS

In an era where folk and Americana are often distilled into either nostalgic sentimentality or heavily produced radio-friendliness, Brielle Brown’s “Blessing” arrives as something altogether more profound. The lead single from her forthcoming album, In Art & Soil the Same, is not simply a song but an invocation, a meditation on …

UniversalDice’s Misfit Memoirs (Gerry Dantone) has done it—snagging the coveted “Album of the Year” award and marking a watershed moment in modern rock. This isn’t just an accolade; it’s a resounding affirmation of UniversalDice’s ability to capture the zeitgeist with raw emotion, incisive storytelling, and a sonic palette that defies …

Laura Sawosko isn’t here for the smoke and mirrors. On Not What I Do, the Nashville singer-songwriter strips away any pretense, delivering a deeply personal collection of songs that feel like pages ripped straight from her diary. It’s a record rooted in Americana, but with the kind of storytelling that …

Levi Foster’s new single “Walter,” set for release on February 21, brings a depth of emotion that cuts right through the heart. The track’s poignant narrative doesn’t just offer a glimpse into the life of a father suffering from Alzheimer’s disease; it brings us inside the quiet pain of his …

There’s a special kind of poetry in the rearview mirror, a bittersweet reminder that the past is always just a little out of reach. On his new single, “Chasing Taillights,” Chris Chitsey leans into that imagery, crafting a song that feels as intimate as a late-night drive with nothing but …

Steve Lieberman, also known as “The Gangsta Rabbi,” is one of those rare artists who defy easy categorization. With a career spanning over five decades and a prolific discography filled with punk rock, Jewish cultural motifs, and avant-garde experimentation, Lieberman has carved out a niche unlike any other. His latest …

Go Time! has hit a milestone with X, their tenth album, and it’s a triumphant testament to the band’s resilience and creativity. Released under Kool Kat Musik, this 17-track powerhouse blends raw energy, heartfelt emotion, and inventive arrangements, all while capturing the essence of what makes Go Time! a staple …

The new single from Reed Jones and former Redline members, “Ran Out of Road”, is an original written and sung by Jones. The band’s bassist and primary songwriter’s smart move of surrounding himself with one-time bandmates isn’t a PR move. It proves to be an obviously astute artistic decision as …

Nasvhille-based by way of Boston and a stay at the Berklee College of Music, singer/songwriter Rachel DeeLynn cites Taylor Swift as a significant influence on her art. We’ll take her word on that, but her new single boasts one clear difference, if no other. URL: https://www.racheldeelynn.com/ La Swift has never …

Kill Tuco’s new single, “Apples,” is a vivacious dive into a bygone era of rock, blending elements of late-70s garage, power-pop, and alt-rock with a sprinkle of surfy exuberance. Set for release on November 28, this track is both a nod to classic college party soundtracks and a polished step …