Stoner rock act Luna Sol will release their new album, ‘Blood Moon,’ on April 20 via Slush Fund Recordings. In anticipation, the band has teamed up with Revolver to premiere their new song, “Your War,” which features Dizzy Reed. LISTEN HERE…
PopMatters premieres brand-new single from People’s Blues of Richmond, “Outta My Mind”
With their latest song “Outta My Mind”, the Virginia rock ‘n’ roll band called People’s Blues of Richmond bring to mind two recent rock LPs in particular, both by the same artist: the Black Keys. The first is 2014’s Turn Blue; the psychedelic washes of “Outta My Mind” align quite closely with the ‘60s psych mood of that album. Most of all, however, it brings to mind the megahit record Brothers, with its retro-minded production and songwriting.
As it turns out, these parallels are not merely by coincidence. In recording “Outta My Mind”, People’s Blues of Richmond sought out producer Mark Neill, who co-produced Brothers alongside the Black Keys and Danger Mouse. LISTEN HERE…
No Depression features Chris Porter solo debut, This Red Mountain
Chris Porter’s debut solo album, This Red Mountain, is the record some musicians hope to make even once during their career — not just because of the unique family ties the musicians share on the album, but the quality of songcraft festooned with emotional rawness and bleak realism. This record gladly brings the pain and heals it up, only to open it up again just a little bit deeper. Slated for a March 10 release, and recorded and produced by Will Johnson (Centro-matic, South San Gabriel) at Ramble Creek Studios in Austin, TX, This Red Mountain is the story of a man’s travails, for better or for worse. Porter’s journey has been all for the better. VIEW HERE…
Associated Press touts Book Club’s new album alongside Steve Earle & the Dukes, Juliana Hatfield, A Place to Bury Strangers
Glide premieres “My Sweetheart You” live performance video
Not many 23-year-old guitarists can claim to have toured opening for B.B. King—Hamish Anderson has already checked this milestone off the list, having finished a run with the iconic bluesman in October. Hamish made a name for himself in his hometown of Melbourne, Australia, with an impressive live show offering a mix of electric-blues-soaked rave-ups and modern roots-rock, all anchored by top-notch songwriting chops and and an unmistakably expressive voice. Hamish’s self-titled debut EP was released in November 2013, and his second EP, Restless, dropped in October, 2014.
On Restless, Hamish teams up with producer/engineer Krish Sharma (Rolling Stones, Counting Crows, Liz Phair). Recorded in Los Angeles at Henson Studios, the EP is a vehicle for his bluesy rock & roll and evocative lyrical imagery. Single “Burn” is an adrenaline-charged blues explosion with classic guitar riffs and propulsive drumming. The other tracks on Restless (“Shotgun,” “Little Lies,” “Restless” and “Street Lights”) showcase Anderson’s wide-ranging guitar talents along with his distinctive vocals. In addition, Grammy-winning pedal-steel guitarist Greg Leisz (Tom Petty, Wilco, Lucinda Williams) lends his magic to “Shotgun” and “Street Lights.”’ WATCH HERE…
Exclaim! premieres Book Club’s “I Don’t Need to Travel”
Most indie bands make their living by touring, but Atlanta roots-pop outfit Book Club have declared “I Don’t Need to Travel” on a newly unveiled track from their upcoming album One-Way Moon.
This folksy ditty features a rustic arrangement of acoustic strums, twangy banjo, sweet piano plinks, and some harmonies and strings. The lyrics reflect on some beautiful holiday destinations, with the frontman Robbie Horlick ultimately deciding that he doesn’t feel any inclinations to travel.
One-Way Moon will be out on February 17 via the Cottage Recording Co./Bear Kids Recordings. It was recorded live in the studio with producer Matt Goldman and showcases a stripped-down sound. But as Horlick explained in a statement, “We’re not chasing any sound. We’re being true to what comes out of us. Hopefully that strikes a chord.” LISTEN HERE…