Blues is deeply rooted in tradition and personal expression.
The origins of blues can be traced back to African spirituals and worksongs, which were passed down orally by southern African-Americans in the late 1800s.
Ezra Vancil’s “Babylove,” the lead single from his long-gestating double album Morning & Midnight, is a masterclass in emotional excavation. Released October 1st, 2025, the track doesn’t just flirt with vulnerability, it lives there. Recorded in a secluded East Texas cabin, the song carries the scent of pine and the ache of memory, wrapped in…
In “Man I Used To Be,” Dax doesn’t just revisit his past, he excavates it. Released on August 1st, 2025, the track is a raw, acoustic-laced confession that trades bravado for vulnerability. It’s not a reinvention; it’s a reckoning. After six months of sobriety, Dax emerges with a voice that’s steadier, clearer, and more intentional….
Following their striking reinvention of Unconditional into a house-infused remix last year, Shyfrin Alliance returned to more contemplative territory with Colours of Time. This time, Eduard Shyfrin and his band lean into their progressive rock roots, blending warmth and restraint in a piece that feels both personal and universal. From the opening guitar tones, there’s…
After capturing hearts with the haunting beauty of “Natural Circle” and the fierce energy of “Big Number,” Richard Green takes a refreshing detour with his new single “Happy Monday.” This time, the London-based artist trades heavy emotion and complexity for pure joy. And the result? A track that might just make Mondays worth looking forward…
Follow BACKSTROM via: “Dark Clouds” is a bold release from Americana artist Backstrom, marking their second album of the year following, The Carousel. This Stockholm-based songwriter delves deep into themes of love, loss, and resilience. Putting those themes together, he crafts a raw, acoustic masterpiece that stands as a testament to their creative evolution. Dark…
Follow AL SHALLIKER via: Al Shalliker’s latest single, “Time Out Of Mind,” marks an exciting evolution in his solo career, offering a clever, reflective dive into the pitfalls of a hedonistic lifestyle. This track gives listeners a first taste of his upcoming album, “The Diamond Hill.” Shalliker, formerly the lead songwriter for Plymouth band Watershed,…
Follow CASSAVA GROOVE TEMPLE via: Cassava Groove Temple’s “Mountains of the Moon” is your first-class ticket to a global soundscape. This eclectic collective, featuring musical collaborators from across the UK, Sweden, Uganda, and Ukraine, brings a unique blend of international influences to their debut EP. “Mountains of the Moon” isn’t just another electronica record. It’s…
Follow SHYFRIN ALLIANCE via: Those with a sharp memory may recall the British band Shyfrin Alliance from their release “Whiskey Blues.” We had deemed it a delightful, invigorating, and enchanting piece of work. Immersed in blues-rock splendor, Eduard Shyfrin – who is renowned for his stirring vocals infused with intense emotions – was at the…
Follow TIDAL WATER via: Oslo’s new band, Tidal Water, is making waves with their debut single “Corrupted,” a fiery anthem that punches through apathy and ignites a call for change. The song opens with a bang, a command to “hit it” propelling the listener into a world of “marbled halls” and “closed doors.” Tidal Water…
Follow PAUL CAFCAE via: Before discovering Americana, Paul Cafcae honed his musical prowess with various groups. However, he was particularly drawn to the genre and incorporated it into “Banks of Marble,” which also features jazz and blues elements. Rather than questioning why Cafcae took inspiration from past styles in composing this track, what is more…
