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.
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…
FOLLOW Fen viA: Setting Sail on a Melodic Journey with Perseverance and Positivity. Having started in music during their childhood, Fen set out on a musical voyage. My infatuation with Stevie Wonder and The music. Jacksons’ early exposure paved the way for a potential music career brimming with success. With his aim set on bringing…
FOLLOW Deuce Denninger VIA: Deuce Denninger and his band blast out of Missouri with their new bluesy rocker “In The Nights.” There’s something Classic about this catchy, fun song. You can sense the vibe right away—this is a foot-tapper—from the opening guitar licks. Denninger’s soulful, whisky-warm vocals ride smoothly over the steady rhythm section. When…
FOLLow My Glass World viA: On January 19, 2024, My Glass World unveiled their latest album, ‘Assorted Marvels,’ under the banner of Luxury Noise Records. This rollercoaster of emotions unfolds across eleven tracks, forming a musical treasure trove that deeply stirs the heart and soul. The album opens strongly with “White Out,” immediately setting a…
