“Oh, No! I’m in Love” is another offering from Rockford Road’s latest album, Epilogue. And in our recent album-encompassing review, I purposely left this very song off my list of highlights; I suppose it didn’t grab me as effectively as the rest. But, with a little more listening time, I have to admit – my opinion started trending upward. Let’s talk about it. If you’re not in the know, Rockford Road exhibits a classic rock sound like few other contemporary “retro” bands. In one song, you might hear The Doors. In another, you may hear moments similar to The Mamas & the Papas. In another, y ..read more

Having just reviewed the entire album from which it comes – Epilogue – I must say “I’m Doing Fine” gets better with each and every listen. If you like ‘60s -‘70s-inspired music – if you love The Doors and/or Fairport Convention – you’ll LOVE Rockford Road’s raw, natural sound dipped in blues-based, occasionally folk-leaning classic rock. Not sold? Then join me on a not copyright infringing carpet ride through the ebb and flow of this joyful melodic journey. Wait. Who does what? “I’m Doing Fine” features drummer Jim Davidson, multi-instrumentalist Bob Mahan, bassist/vocalist Tom Wisneski, rhyt ..read more

Who’s back to deliver uncompromising classic rock? That’s right – it’s Rockford Road, and they’re keeping the spirit of rock and roll alive with their brand-new, full-length album, Epilogue. Running the gamut from blues-based classic rock to deeply rooted americana, Epilogue is another solid collection that relies on the stony heart of rock and the expressive scope of vast, unclimbable canyons. Is Epilogue truly something special? Follow me for the highlights, and if you dig the comparisons, you’re going to want to listen for yourself. Wait. Who does what? Based in Richmond, VA, Rockford Road ..read more

Are you ready for some rootsy acoustic folk, Americana, and any genre where the song is king? Where the plain-speaking singer/songwriter and his band create something organic, immune to overproduction, and without a single artificial ounce of autotune? Then allow me to introduce The Kenn Morr Band; specifically, their latest album (of 12), Still Shining. Featuring 11 solid, folk-ringing tracks, Still Shining is a pure, subtle offering of unrefined refinement. So, what makes this album so darn authentic and more than slightly magical? Let’s hit the highlights. Wait. Who does what? Guitarist and ..read more

Timeseven – the group project led by guitarist, songwriter, and producer William Hayden – returns with “Stay”; a soft, acoustic lullaby performed by a who’s who of talented performers (from the stage, and one in particular behind the mixing board). Is this slice of acoustic, contemporary adult pop a capable expression of the aforementioned talent? Let’s break it down: The quality of sound here is pristine; you can tell it was mixed and mastered by Darrell Thorp, a 10 x Grammy-winning mixing engineer who worked with Paul McCartney, Radiohead, and Beck (ya’ heard of ‘em?). So, he has a SERIOUS p ..read more

Robin Lane, once hailed by The Washington Post as “the most talented female artist to come out of New Wave Rock,” has had a fascinating, multi-genre music career. She emerged as a contemporary force in Americana music with her first album on Red on Red Records, Dirt Road to Heaven. Lane was previously part of the L.A. Laurel Canyon music community in the late 60s, where she collaborated with members of Crazy Horse and sang with Neil Young. After her several-year marriage to future Police guitarist Andy Summers broke up, she moved back East and toured solo in the mid to late 80s while also open ..read more

Eric Hagen is a singer-songwriter from Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, whose raw and powerful vocal style has turned heads along with his ability to tell a good story through his stripped-back, Americana/folk songs. Hagen released his debut EP, Crossroads Motel, back in 2021, and now returns with single, Dying Alone, which will feature on his upcoming full-length album. Hagen states that Dying Alone is “about how a lot of people find themselves in relationships that they feel stuck in… Some people find that even if it’s not a healthy relationship, they think it’s better than dying alone.” He is join ..read more

Steven Blane is an artist whose progress we’ve been tracking and writing about for a few years now. The New York singer-songwriter has carved out a style and signature of his own through a string of exquisite albums and singles, incorporating elements of folk, jazz, blues, and rock’n’roll into his brand of Americana. His latest offering leans heavily into the world of jazz and serves as a beautiful homage to the city in which Blane lives. The album, entitled Songs for New York Lovers, consists of 13 original compositions that were recorded in Brooklyn with the help of some wonderful session m ..read more

Lucky Overton is a singer-songwriter based in Southern Colorado who is known for his raw and soulful blend of Americana styles. His latest album, College Town, is a delightful blend of country, blues, and folk and “focuses on the struggle of finding love and a place in the world, while making and learning from the regrettable mistakes that come from being young in a college town.” Watch Your Back is the album’s opening track and perfectly embodies the down-on-your-luck sentiment of the blues, with “Can’t you see we’re going nowhere fast?” serving as the song’s refrain. The track is embellishe ..read more

Mister Green is the brand-new collaboration between singer-songwriter, Andrew Lindner, and producer/co-writer, Mark Renk. Their debut album, Stay Tuned, is a delightful celebration of Americana music, fusing together the sounds of country, folk, and rock with some classic, lyrical storytelling. The songwriting demonstrates a strong focus on melody, and the duo engaged an impressive roster of session musicians to polish off the tracks. Mister Green had some radio and chart success with their single, Annabelle, which features none other than Tom Morello on lead guitar duties, and serves as the ..read more