Steep Canyon Rangers, Morning Shift Review In the ever-widening sonic landscape of country music, certain bands dare to push past the comfortable boundaries of genre, venturing into uncharted territories. A prime example of such audacity is the seasoned band Steep Canyon Rangers. With three Grammy nominations, 14 studio albums, three collaborations with Steve Martin, and … Read more
Dallas Burrow, Blood Brothers Review Gather ’round, fellow music enthusiasts, as I serve up a sonic feast sure to tantalize your musical tastebuds: Dallas Burrow’s newest offering, Blood Brothers. This 13-song set is a compelling tapestry of sounds that shifts effortlessly from gritty Saturday-night bar anthems to soulful Sunday-morning church hymns. It’s like a potluck … Read more
Colter Wall, Little Songs Review Echoes of the Prairie: An Intimate Review of Colter Wall’s ‘Little Songs Imagine strapping on a pair of worn-in boots and embarking on a journey across the vast grassland plains of rural Saskatchewan – that’s the essence of Colter Wall’s Little Songs. It’s not just a collection of songs; it’s an expedition … Read more
William Matheny, That Grand, Old Feeling Review Embracing the Raw and Authentic: An Exploration of William Matheny’s ‘That Grand, Old Feeling As I begin this exploration of William Matheny’s That Grand, Old Feeling, it’s impossible not to be struck by the stark honesty and incisive storytelling that characterizes this album. The work is a tuneful map … Read more
The Kody Norris Show, Rhinestone Revival Review Bluegrass music, with its foundation built on tradition and authenticity, has been undergoing a renaissance in recent years, and Kody Norris and his band, The Kody Norris Show, are leading the charge. Their latest release, Rhinestone Revival, is a love letter to the past and a beacon for … Read more
Megan Moroney, Lucky Review Megan Moroney, a country music singer-songwriter who is releasing her highly-anticipated debut album, Lucky. Recorded in the heart of Music City, this Georgia-born, Nashville based artist delivers an electrifying and authentic portrayal of her life at the ripe age of 25. Packed with thirteen songs that show this Georgia peach has … Read more
Bella White, Among Other Things Review Bella White, a talented country singer and songwriter from Canada, has released her sophomore Round Records album, Among Other Things. This album features ten original songs that showcase White’s impressive songwriting skills, particularly her gift for crafting compelling lyrics. With a mix of upbeat and ballad tracks and an overall … Read more
Elle King, Come Get Your Wife Review Elle King is a strong force in the Country music scene. Her blend of country music with alternative/punk and soul pop has created a winning sound. She won both the Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music Awards and broke the 30-year-old glass-ceiling record for women on … Read more
Granger Smith, Moonrise Review Singer-songwriter Granger Smith is building anticipation for his upcoming movie by releasing his brand new album Moonrise. Smith provides the soundtrack for the latest AFFIRM Originals movie Moonrise with this album, as each of the twelve songs depicts the story from the film, which is set to release on December 15th. The film stars … Read more
Jon Pardi, Mr. Saturday Night Review Mr. Saturday Night is Multi-Platinum hitmaker Jon Pardi’s anticipated fourth studio album. The 14-song collection features his chart-climbing single “Last Night Lonely,” latest release “Fill ‘Er Up,” and 12 additional new tracks. The California-born honky-tonker has hit the Top 15 on country radio with his single “Last Night Lonely” … Read more