NO DEPRESSION SESSIONS at Milk Bar: The Lone Bellow
The Lone Bellow performed a No Depression Session at Milk Bar’s flagship bakery in Manhattan, delivering a pop‑up show for a mix of fans and surprised customers. The set featured the new track “Honeysuckle” and a cover of “Islands in the Stream,” highlighting the band’s latest album *What A Time To Be Alive*. Band member Kanene Donehey Pipkin’s pastry‑school background links directly to Milk Bar founder Christina Tosi, underscoring a shared culinary heritage. The intimate event blended live music with dessert culture, creating a memorable brand experience.
ALBUM REVIEW: Rachel Brooke ‘This One’s For You’ Is Classic Country with Modern Flare
Michigan songwriter Rachel Brooke releases her latest album, “This One’s For You,” delivering classic country songwriting infused with contemporary production. The record features a yodel‑driven title track that lampoons the music‑industry grind and dismisses artificial intelligence as a threat to...
ALBUM REVIEW: Terry Allen Brings a Family Full of Blood Sucking Maniacs on Latest Album
Terry Allen, the legendary Texas songwriter and visual artist, releases his first family‑band record, *Blood Sucking Maniacs*. The album weaves five generations—from great‑grandson Lucky’s prenatal heartbeat to late mother Pauline’s 1970s piano—into a 20‑track tapestry of reimagined classics, spoken‑word interludes,...
ALBUM REVIEW: On ‘Goodbye Blues,’ Kiki Cavazos’ Stories and Voice Are Timeless
Brooklyn‑based Jalopy Records has released Kiki Cavazos’ third album, Goodbye Blues, following two independent projects including Early Mountain Songs. Critics highlight her timeless vocal delivery as the record’s centerpiece, while the songs retain her signature mythic storytelling and vivid imagery....
Taylor Dallas Vidic Soars on Marvelous 'Cat & Mouse'
Taylor Dallas Vidic, an Alaska‑born singer‑songwriter, releases her debut double album "Cat & Mouse," split into a jazz‑heavy Side C and a folk‑centric Side M. The lead single “Trash Birds” showcases a lush big‑band arrangement and Vidic’s soulful vocals. Critics hail the...
THROUGH THE LENS: Treefort Music & Tucson Folk Fests Rally Roots Music Fans Out West
The article spotlights two major roots‑music festivals in the West: Boise’s Treefort Music Fest (March 25‑29, 2026) and Tucson’s Folk Festival (April 10‑12, 2026). Treefort delivers a massive program of over 500 performances, while Tucson’s 41st‑year, volunteer‑run event offers about 150 free...
ALBUM REVIEW: On ‘Blues For Dexter Linwood,’ Todd Albright Performs Straightforward Standards
Todd Albright, a 12‑string guitar virtuoso, has issued his fourth album, *Blues For Dexter Linwood*. The record revisits pre‑war blues classics, drawing from legends such as Blind Willie McTell, Mississippi John Hurt, and Lightnin’ Hopkins. Albright’s finger‑style arrangements blend meticulous...
THE READING ROOM: Joe McEwen’s ‘Tastykakes, Soul Songs and Shining Stars: Affections and Reflections, 1973-2025’
Joe McEwen, a Philadelphia‑born music journalist, DJ, and former record executive, has released his memoir‑style collection "Tastykakes, Soul Songs and Shining Stars: Affections and Reflections, 1973‑2025" on April 28 2026 via ZE Books. The volume assembles decades‑long profiles, short reviews, and personal essays originally...
ALBUM REVIEW: Dirk Powell Showcases Clever, Wide-Ranging Artistry on ‘Wake’
Dirk Powell’s first solo record in six years, "Wake," arrives as a richly arranged folk‑rock collection that showcases his multi‑instrumental prowess. The album opens with the waltz “Étoiles Cachées,” evoking classic Americana vibes, and moves through jigs, piano‑driven ballads, and layered...
THROUGH THE LENS: Cayamo 2026 Captivated Roots Music Fans While Cruising In The Caribbean
The 18th Cayamo cruise departed Miami on March 13, 2026, sailing to San Juan and the Dominican Republic before returning on March 20. Marketed as “A Journey Through Song,” the week‑long floating festival featured 38 artists, including Jason Isbell, Patty Griffin, and Tommy Emmanuel,...
NO DEPRESSION SESSIONS at Chelsea Studios NYC: The Brook & The Bluff
The Brook & The Bluff, a Nashville‑based trio, recorded a No Depression Session at Chelsea Studios in New York City. The three songs—"Can’t Figure It Out," "105," and "Gone For The Weekend"—are taken from their recent album Werewolf and were...
ALBUM REVIEW: Mikaela Davis Plays With Genre On ‘Graceland Way’
Mikaela Davis’s fifth studio effort, Graceland Way, drops in April 2026, showcasing a seamless fusion of hazy pop, whimsical folk, jam‑band grooves, and mystic rock. Though she dons a Western‑inspired visual motif, the record steers clear of conventional country, leaning...
ALBUM REVIEW: Retro Folk Rock Purrs From Fantastic Cat
Fantastic Cat, a New York‑based super‑group of four seasoned singer‑songwriters, released a retro‑70s folk‑rock album that leans heavily on nostalgic soundscapes. The record, titled “Cat Out Of Hell,” showcases the band’s penchant for cat‑mask imagery and self‑deprecating humor about their limited...
ALBUM REVIEW: On ‘Total Dive’ Brown Horse Balance Originality and Derivation
Brown Horse released its third album, Total Dive, building on the momentum of 2024’s Reservoir and 2025’s All the Right Weaknesses. The record features richer, more lush arrangements and showcases Patrick Turner’s increasingly nuanced vocal delivery. Critics highlight the band’s...
ALBUM REVIEW: Nashville Rebel Tenille Townes Reboots Her Music on ‘The Acrobat’
Tenille Townes, the Canada‑born Nashville singer‑songwriter, has dropped her fourth album, The Acrobat, as an independent release. After a successful stint with Sony Nashville—including a 2020 debut and ACM New Female Artist of the Year—she chose to produce, mix, and...