From One Legend to Another: Son Volt’s Jay Farrar Remembers Doug Sahm
Paying homage to outlaw country titan Doug Sahm, Jay Farrar of Son Volt reminisces about his friendship with Sahm and how his influence radiates to this day.
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The 15 Best Americana Albums of 2013
Jump back a decade and visit one of the best years for Americana albums ever, including Jason Isbell, Neko Case, the Devil Makes Three, and the Lone Bellow.
Son Volt Pose Big Societal Questions on ‘Electro Melodier’
Son Volt’s Electro Melodier gives you melodies that are perfect for dark, cramped clubs, while Jay Farrar provides thought-provoking lyrics.
The 10 Best Americana Albums of 2007
If 2007 didn't invite any gripping controversies, it was certainly filled with competitive comparisons -- between young and old, past and present, and among splintered factions -- and both surprising hits and disappointing misses. All in all, a dynamic and at times resurgent year for the broad scope of Americana.
Son Volt Gets Topical on ‘Union’
Long-running alt-country act Son Volt mixes some forceful politics with a bit of filler for an album that's not quite as unified as it could have been.
Jay Farrar Talks Pedal Steel Guitar, Open Tunings, and Jerry Garcia
Son Volt's Jay Farrar opens up about the impetus of the new album, another new record about a half a year out, and how Tom Brumley and Ralph Mooney are probably his favorites on the pedal steel guitar.
Son Volt: Trace
In 1995 Jay Farrar was viewed as one of the most promising voices in American music. He didn't disappoint.