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Thriving Roots: The Americana Music Fest Goes Virtual
The Americana Music Association was born in 1999. The Association’s mission “Is to advocate for the authentic voice of American Roots music around the World.” ... -
7.4
New Music Critique: Jesse Lynn Madera
What strikes you right away about Jesse Lynn Madera is the skill she’s invested in crafting arrangements that give her songs a “chamber pop” aura. ... -
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New Music Critique: Noah Gabriel
Right away (on the energetic “All or Nothing”) Chicago-area singer-songwriter Noah Gabriel shows his infectious confidence as a singer and musician. His ability to draw ... -
7.2
New Music Critique: Pat Nason
While artist Pat Nason does not have a killer voice, he does have a firm grip on the country flavorings that give his songs their ... -
Live Review: Ricky Stein at Rockwood Music Hall in New York, NY
Material: Straddling Americana, folk and country, Ricky Stein delivered a set that was both spirited and uplifting. Perhaps the perfect antidote to what was about ... -
8.6
New Music Critique: The Danberrys
From Tennessee, this talented duo conjure a captivating sound that traces its lineage to the mountain folk tradition, with Dorothy Daniel's affecting voice and Ben ... -
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The Gary Douglas Band
A catchy hook, expert musicianship and cool lyrics draws us into "Deep In The Water" by The Gary Douglas Band. Douglas' voice provides a rootsy/raspy ... -
7.4
Natalie Jean
Few artists confront difficult themes with the intensity of Natalie Jean. Her work dwells on raw, downbeat subjects--so listeners beware. For example, she addresses her ... -
7.2
New Music Critique: Grant Nesmith
These acoustic recordings by Grant Nesmith and his backups (including pedal steel and beat box) have a casual, mellow vibe, a wistful and bittersweet Americana ... -
Live Review: Jeremie Albino at the Mercury Lounge in New York City, NY
Material: A modern day troubadour, Jeremie Albino’s Americana folk-infused sound is loyal to the genre and easily accessible. At the core of his songwriting is ...
