Bella White Sees the Negative on ‘Among Other Things’
Bella White has experienced real hurt in life, and it shows in Among Other Things, where negativity toward others sets the tone.
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Sierra Ferrell Plots Her Next Music Moves on Road to Destiny
West Virginia’s Sierra Ferrell has found a temporary home in Nashville as an artist who makes old-timey country sound new, but she isn’t ready to stop there.
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss Reunite to ‘Raise the Roof’
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss’ Raise the Roof turns the spotlight on craft. It might not quite match its predecessor, but it maintains a high level of artistry.
Samantha Fish Enjoys Living Life ‘Faster’ and Louder
On Faster, Samantha Fish ventures into new territory from country rock to hard rock, to pop and R&B to hip-hop, without sacrificing her essential toughness.
Sierra Ferrell’s Assured Debut Looks to Mid-20th Century Music for Inspiration
Sierra Ferrell’s debut album, Long Time Coming, encompasses a wide array of mid-20th-century styles. However, she leans towards classic country and roots music.
Mipso Keep Time on Their Side As a String Band on the Run (interview + premiere)
Mipso present a new music video that shows signs of perseverance and determination that they possess as versatile and accomplished musicians ready to release the fifth album in their nine-year career.
Ruston Kelly Finds Relief and Refinement on ‘Shape & Destroy’
On Shape & Destroy, country music's Ruston Kelly finds a way to offer an unbroken hallelujah.
Sarah Jarosz Finds Inspiration in Her Texas Roots on ‘World on the Ground’
By turning to her roots in central Texas for inspiration on World on the Ground, Sarah Jarosz has crafted some of her strongest songs yet.
Logan Ledger Offers Solace to the Solitary
Country artist Logan Ledger's low vocal tones reinforce the experience of feeling alone in the world. His songs are often melodramatic and sentimental, full of yearning for something just out of reach.
The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys Present Tales of ‘Toil, Tears & Trouble’
The Po' Ramblin' Boys' Toil, Tears & Trouble proves that the expanding universe of bluegrass music always has room for a contemporary take on tradition.
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Blues Cruising Samantha Fish Takes Joy Ride of Her Life on ‘Kill or Be Kind’ (album premiere + interview)
"Playing more for the song," Samantha Fish feels right at home dealing with various shades of blues in New Orleans, and proves it with a sneak preview of her sixth studio album.
Della Mae Are Bluegrass Bad-Asses on ‘The Butcher Shoppe EP’
The Butcher Shoppe succeeds in partially shoving the boy's club out of the way. In doing so, Della Mae's regain their position as bluegrass bad-asses.