PREMIERES

Success often doesn’t look like a straight line. There are many diversions – side quests and roadside attractions that inform and inspire creative work. Quiet Takes’ Sarah Magill has taken many of those alternate routes. But, those side streets have resulted in the triumphant new single “Meri Said”. Magill has released a handful of singles […]

Cereus Bright is the musical moniker of Knoxville, Tennessee-based songwriter, Tyler Anthony.As a budding indie-folk outfit, Anthony and his rotating band spent almost a decade touring the U.S. opening for elite musicians from diverse styles; from the chamber-folk of The Oh Hellos to the meta-modern country of Sturgill Simpson to the jam-pop of Phillip Phillips […]

Malena Cadiz’ voice is a thing of wonder: a jazzy and silky vibrato that can ease the most tumultuous day or help set the mood for the most daunting dinner party. While comparisons to Norah Jones might come too easy, there are other facets of Cadiz’ singer-songwriter presentation that make her more than just a […]

From their early days busking in their hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee, folk-country duo The Montvales have fine-tuned the art of meeting listeners exactly where they are. And with their upcoming album Born Strangers, the pair—Sally Buice and Molly Rochelson—have taken that concept to universal levels, creating a reaffirming collection of songs for these uncertain times […]

Leti Garza, a multi-talented singer-songwriter based in Austin, Texas, weaves a captivating tapestry of sound and emotion with her unique blend of Latin, folk, and global music. Born and raised in the Lone Star State, Leti’s music is deeply rooted in her multicultural heritage, seamlessly fusing traditional and contemporary elements to create an irresistible sonic […]

Son of the Velvet Rat is the alter ego of songwriter Georg Altziebler and his wife Heike Binder, who a decade ago left their hometown of Graz, Austria and the cloistered safety of the Continent for the endless highway of America. They came to rest in Joshua Tree, on the edge of California’s Mojave Desert […]

Armchair Boogie emerged from the central waters and woods of Wisconsin, after meeting at University of Wisconsin Stevens Point in 2015. In the spring of 2018 Armchair Boogie moved to Madison and released their debut self-titled album, followed by 2019’s What Does Time Care?, and a 4-track EP in 2021—The Western. Nowadays Armchair Boogie continues […]

It all started the day Anthony Babino walked into his younger brother’s room and simply said: “Here is a bass and here is a setlist—we have a gig Friday.” Up until then, the brothers had been lifelong musicians, playing and singing harmony with their father—a professional jazz musician—but had yet to find their music. Today, […]

From sharing the stage with Anita Baker to working in the studio with Dan Auerbach, Stephie James has seen every side of music. The Nashville via Detroit singer/songwriter has been earning her stripes in the background while honing her skills as a frontwoman and today, it all pays off. James is announcing her debut album […]

Patrick Davis has spent two decades leaving his mark onstage, on record, and in the writing room. He’s a critically acclaimed solo artist. A road warrior. An organizer of music festivals like Songwriters in Paradise – a boutique series of exclusive in-the-round style performances set in breathtaking locations. And most importantly, Davis has established himself […]

Chatham County Line is preparing to release Hiyo, their tenth and most anticipated album. The album is set for a January 26 release and if that seems too far away for new music from the legendary western-fusion outfit, the singles are here to guide you through the next month. One of the singles, “Magic” is […]

J. Wilms will be releasing his fourth solo album, titled The Fighter, on December 8th, and it marks something of a departure for him. As someone who is an accomplished guitarist and has worked for many years as a studio musician as well as creating and releasing previous solo albums that were primarily instrumental, Wilms […]

Emily Frembgen released her first proper studio album with producer Hugh Pool (Taj Mahal, Debbie Harry, Michael Pitt) at Excello Studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, in 2021. Irreverently titled It’s Me or the Dog, it was received warmly by critics and radio alike, with Glide Magazine calling it “a strong study in writing both melodies and […]

It’s that time of the year when hearts start to wither – when the cold North wind sends chills through our spines. But this year, we’re not alone in our fight against Winter. Massachusetts folk heroes Cloudbelly have returned with a new record. And its first single, “November” is a beautifully constructed pop-folk anthem for […]

The Gaviota Coast is a beachside Shangri-La just west of Santa Barbara, California. Here, eucalyptus groves pepper the views of the jade and navy water; offshore winds carry the smell of sage from the hills; and rare SoCal wildlife like bobcats, quail, boar, and roadrunners roam freely. Since he was a kid, Scott “Scojo” Claassen […]

Seattle psych band Forest Ray began as a recording project in 2015, combining guitar-driven psych rock with elements of brit-pop, folk rock, and organ-laden pop. Following in the footsteps of Pacific Northwest greats from The Sonics to The Kingsmen, the songs regularly explore diverse instrumentation, which have become staples of the group’s brand of rock […]

Orgōne is a pillar of West Coast soul music, maintaining an unmissable touring presence for more than a decade. The group’s arresting intensity, impeccable playing style, and undeniable, irresistible chemistry have earned them the reputation as one of the tightest bands of the modern era. Fresh off of doubling as the studio band for discodelic […]

Singer-songwriter Diane Coll is originally from Chicago and grew up on a steady, eclectic diet of 70’s AM/FM radio. After dabbling in the Chicago music scene, she eventually wound her way to Georgia in the early 90’s to soak up the thriving music scenes in Athens and Atlanta. It was in Athens that she fronted […]

Larry & Joe’s debut album, Nuevo South Train, features original songs and innovative interpretations of traditional folk tunes from Venezuela and the American South, a style they call “Latingrass.” The twelve tracks were produced by guitar virtuoso Charlie Hunter and include the Llanera classic, “Caballo Viejo” and Bluegrass favorite “Roll in my Sweet Baby’s Arm,” […]

Smooth Rogers is the brainchild of Chicago-based musician, Zac Bron. Zac grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, moved to Chicago in 2018, and then quickly became involved in the music scene there playing in bands like Daydream Review and starting up duo project Picante. After playing in various bands and leading other solo projects, the […]