Rockie Lynne’s life has never been conventional, and the singer-songwriter is prepared to share his story in his new album, Love, and the accompanying documentary, Where I Belong, which premiers on Amazon Prime today, April 26th. Adopted at age two from Barium Springs Orphanage, a veteran paratrooper, and a global performer, the under-the-radar country star […] The post INTERVIEW: Rockie Lynne Talks Reunion With Biological Father On New Documentary ‘Where I Belong’, Coinciding Album appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more

Imagine you’re at a gas station on a blistering summer day (they’re coming up, folks), filling your tank and sweating under the sun, when a song drifts out from your car window. It’s got a slow-roasted country melody with a twanging guitar, and vocals that arrest your attention. The song you’re hearing might just be […] The post Nathan Evans Fox Chars Local & Regional Leaders In Poignant & Humorous New Single ‘Landlords, Bill Lee, Etc.’ appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more

[The following is from the official press release.] Reviving and carrying on the longtime tradition of hosting some of the most prominent names in American roots music and beyond, the 8th Suwannee Roots Revival takes place Thursday, October 10 – Sunday, October 13 at the renowned Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park (SOSMP) in Live […] The post Old Crow Medicine Show, Yonder Mountain String Band & More To Headline 2024 Suwannee Roots Revival appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more

Perched on the precipice of the Canadian wilderness, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Naomi Kavka is inching closer to the release of her new album, Then and Now.  As a classically trained vocalist, guitar-player, and cellist, Kavka has fashioned a bold and original indie pop sound. She and her band, (Geoff McFarlane, Ian Olmstead, Jake Jenne, and […] The post Naomi Kavka Talks Forging Through Darkness, British Columbia Roots, Upcoming Album & More appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more

Sometimes blessings are in disguise, and we don’t quite realize them in the moment. Such is the case with the creation of Jon Tyler Wiley & His Virginia Choir’s new debut full-length album, Pictures in the Dark.  The day was March 7th and the year was 2020. This was the first official show of Jon […] The post INTERVIEW: Jon Tyler Wiley Talks Struggles & Triumphs Behind Band’s Long-Awaited New Album ‘Pictures In The Dark’ appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more

Harnessing the passion and pride of the heart of New Orleans is soul singer-songwriter, Marc Stone, whose latest album is nothing short of a love letter to the city’s richly diverse and vibrant music scene. Breaking the mold of traditional blues, rock and Americana genres, Stone has developed a finely tuned sound of his own. What […] The post Marc Stone Delivers Soulful New Orleans Energy & Words Of Wisdom On Latest Album ‘Shining Like A Diamond’ appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more

[The following is from the official press release.] Some of the most notable names in folk, Americana, and roots music history and their family members will attend the inaugural induction ceremony at the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame (FARHOF), Boston’s living music museum, inside the Boch Center Wang Theatre. Set for April 19 and […] The post Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame Announces Inaugural Induction Ceremony appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more

Even after the many detours it’s taken to get him here, the world of music has not been a “dead end road” for Kiefer Luttrell. The Americana country artist has given up a lot to be where he is today, and he’s not turning back anytime soon.  His latest EP, Tall Tales and Dead End […] The post Kiefer Luttrell Courses Through Existential Journey On New Acoustic-Driven EP ‘Tall Tales and Dead End Roads’ appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more

They say “Not all who wander are lost” — some are just looking for inspiration to pen the next timeless track. One such rising singer-songwriter, New Jersey native Dean Harlem, lends his troubadour spirit in every note of his craft, following in the footsteps of his guitar pickin’ idols.   Despite his Northeastern upbringing, Harlem stirs […] The post Dean Harlem Talks New Jersey Roots, Love Of Country Music, His Upcoming Single, & More appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more

[The following is from the official press release.] The 2nd annual Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival takes place Saturday & Sunday, September 21-22 on the gorgeous eastern beach at Sandy Point State Park along Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis, MD. Highlighting the finest in regional and national bluegrass, jamgrass, funkgrass, and Americana music, this conservation and community-focused […] The post Annapolis Baygrass Announces Initial Lineup Ft. Oteil & Friends, The Infamous Stringdusters, Leftover Salmon, & More appeared first on Music Mecca ..read more