SONG PREMIERE: Joel Timmons Lets Sonic Textures Shine on Dreamy Rocker “End of the Empire”
Guitarist, songwriter, and producer Joel Timmons has been a lifelong collaborator, a veteran as one musical part of a greater whole. Now, with his debut solo album, Psychedelic Surf Country (releasing February 7th), the career musician, band leader, and sideman finds himself as the focal point, center stage. The songs and stories in this collection […]
SONG PREMIERE: Valley Flower Give Us Jamboree-Ready Bluegrass Romp with “Critter Junction”
Valley Flower is a 5-piece string band of friends who met picking in the Central Texas bluegrass scene by way of Virginia, North Carolina and Minnesota. To describe their sound, KUTX noted, “Valley Flower cross pollinates those iconic Appalachian sounds with the freshest petals of country, folk, and jam..clearly [infused by their] unique regional influences.” […]
SONG PREMIERE: Mike Frazier Announces Seventh Album With The Soulfully Sentimental Title Track “April Days”
In the summer of last year, Glide had the pleasure of speaking with Mike Frazier about his Secrets of Atlantis LP. The album, released in August of 2024, saw the artist diving into his psychedelic rock influences with fearless creativity, emerging with eight songs that proved his range as a writer and musician. With the […]
SONG PREMIERE: Shane Alexander’s “Whole Lotta Stars” is California Indie Folk At Its Finest
Known for his intimate tenor, signature guitar style and moody melodies, Los Angeles-based solo artist Shane Alexander has shaped a distinctive career for himself with his California indie folk and soaring acoustic rock. Alexander returns with his eighth full-length studio album, Forever Songs, on April 4th. The album is a masterful collection that seamlessly blends […]
SONG PREMIERE: Joshua Josué Blends Ranchera, Banda, and Rock Sounds into Desert Noir Soundtrack on “Solitario”
Joshua Josué is an up-and-coming Latin rock artist who has quickly gained recognition for his distinctive blend of Mexican musical traditions and contemporary rock influences. With a deep respect for his heritage and a passion for pushing musical boundaries, Joshua’s music resonates with listeners around the world. His lyrics are both personal and universal, exploring […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Sarah Quintana Fuses Classic New Orleans R&B Sounds with Modern Pop Sensibilties on “Baby, Don’t”
Throughout a notable career as a New Orleans singer, songwriter and performer, Sarah Quintana has been firmly rooted in her hometown’s rich music tradition — but eager to playfully explore its boundaries and possibilities. Her two self-released full-length studio albums, live concert release and EPs brim with a blend of jazz, folk and rhythm and […]
SONG PREMIERE: CAAMP’s Evan Westfall Champions Acoustic Instrumental Folk on Title Track Off Solo Debut ‘IS THIS OUR EXIT?’
Evan Westfall is a Columbus-based musician best known as a founding member of CAAMP—the globally beloved folk trio that has amassed over 1 billion streams, landed several #1s at AAA radio, sold out arenas and amphitheaters, and performed on CBS Saturday Morning, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Renowned for their earthy, […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Roger Street Friedman Offers Catchy Folk-Rock Ode to the Human Condition with “Just How It Feels”
Roger Street Friedman is still a believer in the idea that music can change hearts and minds. Over the past decade, and during the course of four critically acclaimed albums, the modern Americana singer-songwriter has become a prominent voice in addressing issues both societal and personal in ways that recall the leading music lights of […]
SONG PREMIERE: John Calvin Pours Van Morrison Flavored Staccato Singing Into Soulful “Garden State Variety”
American Heartland rocker John Calvin might not be the first name one thinks of when considering modern soul singers, yet his gentle gravitas has a specific power that swoops you on the first words sung. Rekindling the slow-paced folk with Americana flourishes, Calvin reminds listeners of Ray Lamontagne, John Bell (Widespread Panic), and Amos Lee. […]
SONG PREMIERE: Nikki O’Neill Shares Soulful and Hopeful Rocker “Drive”
Nikki O’Neill, an R&B/Americana singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Chicago, is releasing her third solo album, Stories I Only Tell My Friends. It’s being issued on Blackbird Record Label on March 14th on 12” LP vinyl, CD, digital download and streaming. Featuring eleven songs written by O’Neill, the album is co-produced by her and Rich […]
SONG PREMIERE: A. Lee Edwards Holds Onto Fond Memories with Warm Country-folk Tune “Carolina Blue”
In a career spanning three decades, A. Lee Edwards finds himself older, sober, and living as a listener, all of which are A) difficult and B) rewarding. While it may come as a surprise to those familiar with his previous projects, to see an Edwards-affiliated record with “Heart Sounds” in the title, that’s what he’s […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Steve Forbert Hits the Road with Reflective Americana Tune “Dixie Miles”
Steve Forbert is a true American musical treasure, a fact underscored by his newest album, Daylight Savings Time, on Blue Rose Music. Like all his albums of original songs, it’s suffused with what venerated rock journalist Robert Christgau discerned as his “omniverously observant” songwriting, marked by Steve’s gift for finding the deeper meaning and magic […]
SONG PREMIERE: Mary Bue Focuses On Invisible Force & Resilience On Openhearted “Trying To Fight The Wind”
“Wind fascinates me – a power that we can’t see. An invisible force that blows down trees, buildings, and create massive damage, created by pressure. This song speaks to systemic pressure and the ‘heard it on the wind’ quality of gossip, misapprehension, and lies that can run our societal show, especially in these ‘unprecedented times.’ […]
SONG PREMIERE: Gyasi Serves Up Scorching Rock and Roll Adrenaline Dose On “Cheap High”
Pronounced Jah-see, Gyasi seems in many ways to come from another planet, and being raised in the woods of a West Virginia holler might as well be another planet in this day and age. His parents bought him a guitar at a local flea market when he was six years old and he still hasn’t […]
SONG PREMIERE: The Mallett Brothers Band Hit Hard With “Nothin’s Working” Off New Album ‘Higher Up In The Hills’
In terms of New England Americana-based songwriting sensibilities with a touch of Steve Earle workmanship, it’s often seldom to find something with that gracious Middle America touch; The Mallett Brothers Band, though, should be on everyone’s radar. Their rollup-the-sleeves gritty yet melodic sound arriving from Maine echoes with a powerful Springsteen populist anthemic bravado and […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: John Mailander’s Forecast Showcases Musical Chemistry with Expansive and Groovy Folk-rock Instrumental “Let The World In”
John Mailander [pronounced My-lander] is an acclaimed multi-instrumentalist based in Nashville, TN. As a performer, producer, composer, educator, and recording artist, John is known for his voice on the fiddle, mandolin, and other stringed instruments. His new self-produced album, Let The World In (due out January 24th), sees the addition of piano and electronics into […]
SONG PREMIERE: Steve Drizos Shares Sprawling Power Pop Tune “Treading Water”
Portland, Oregon-based musician/engineer/producer Steve Drizos, a professional touring musician for more than twenty-seven years and studio owner, can currently be found behind the drums for Jerry Joseph and The Jackmormons or helming the board at his SE Portland recording studio, The Panther. He recently released his sophomore full-length album, i love you now, leave me […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Eric Cannata of Young the Giant Serves Up Wintry Passion On Gainsbourg/Sinatra Inspiration On “Like You Do”
Eric Cannata is most known as the talented guitarist for celebrated indie rockers Young the Giant, yet he also has his own story as a singer/songwriter/guitarist/producer. The artist has recently announced the January 24th release of his full-length solo debut, Holding Onto the Holy, via Industry Houseplan where four singles have already been released, all with […]
SONG PREMIERE: Dave Murphy Explores Delicate Power Pop On “After The Hurricane”
For six intriguing albums, storied Americana artist Dave Murphy has painted his life through vivid imagery and a twangy prowess. After spending years touring the U.S. and poetically detailing his life, Murphy sets his sights on the future with his seventh studio album, A Heart So Rare. Set to be released on January 31, Murphy’s […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Zack Keim Reflects on Starting Over Again with Quietly Powerful Folk Tune “Battery Lane”
Zack Keim can find inspiration nearly anywhere. The Pittsburgh singer-songwriter hatched the hook for his 2022 single “Canyon” while driving around Washington, D.C. making food deliveries. “I was delivering Uber Eats, and I wrote that on my phone—just a voice memo,” Keim recalls. An insistent vocal refrain (“Can-yonnn!”) was all it took; Keim started strumming […]