[rating=8.00] Although his solo output is considerably lesser known than his landmark work with the Moody Blues, Justin Hayward’s own efforts have continued to make a prominent impression on fans
[rating=9.00] Nada Surf has always been an exceptional band. With eight studio albums under their collective belt, they continue to defy easy description. Suffice it to say they make a
[rating=6.00] Todd Snider’s never been the easiest artist to understand. Part insurgent, often askew, he’s always been unpredictable even when he’s supposedly on track. Lately though, he appears to have
[rating=8.00] Credit Conor Oberst with truth in advertising. Ruminations is all its title implies, a series of sad story songs that bring reflection and remorse to the fore. Oberst’s once
[rating=8.00] While our poisoned politics might dissuade anyone from opting for an album by a group that calls itself The Congress, the music it provides is a far cry from
[rating=7.00] David Bromberg’s fondness for the blues has been a single-minded concern throughout his storied career, one that’s found him working alongside any number of icons, folks like Bob Dylan
[rating=9.00] Pardon the pun, but for better or for worse, this new album of all star duets isn’t necessarily prime Prine. His other talents aside, he’s rightly hailed as one
[rating=8.00] His thriving solo career aside, Glen Phillips has been involved in many diverse and dynamic enterprises, chief among them Toad the Wet Sprocket and the super group of sorts,
[rating=9.00] Shovels & Rope have made quite an imprint in wider circles since receiving honors as best new band from the Americana Music Association for their formal debut O’ Be
[rating=9.00] Though it’s billed an authentic bluegrass album, Swimmin’ Pools, Movie Stars….Dwight Yoakam’s first foray into those hallowed realms isn’t as dramatic a change as his handlers might suggest. Yoakam’s always
