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The album, produced by Andrija Tokic, promises a cinematic experience, kicking off with the sultry Company, a smoky narrative set in an East Nashville dive bar. James’ musical journey reflects a fusion of influences and a departure from traditional rock, creating a dreamy, romantic atmosphere. Her single Company captures a reverb-laden, orchestral vibe, showcasing her diverse musical palette.
It’s been a little while since the last time they were on the show, but Old Heavy Hands returns to talk about their new album coming out this month called Small Fires. Nick travelled down to Roanoke where they were performing a show at Martin’s bar and grill and talked to the boys at Flying Panther Skate Shop where they hung out for a while and played a few songs. Friend of the show, Schuyler, is there for the hang as well. It’s a great way to kick off 2024 with some music and musical conversation.
Listen to this week’s Captain Americana Spotify playlist featuring:
The Handsome Family – The Oldest Water
Charley Crockett, Willie Nelson – What Makes the World Go Around
Gwen Levey and The Breakdown – Toxic City
Charles Wesley Godwin – All Again
The Helltones – Black Star Pirate BBQ
Bonnie & The Mere Mortals – Sarah – Live & Unplugged
Béla Fleck – Unidentified Piece for Banjo
Megan & Shane – Magic Rocks
Jax Hollow – Stepping Stone
Shannon Clark & the Sugar – The Way I Am
Noah Kahan – Everywhere, Everything (with Gracie Abrams)
Parker Smith – Bound To Your Heart
Andrew Weiss and Friends – Mid Century Lullaby
Elijah Ocean – Sober October
Sam Barber – Run Away High – Live
Hannah Kaminer – Asheville
David Nance – Mock the Hours
Dylan Earl – Learning (What Leaving Means)
Jedd Hughes – House of Mercy
Sarah Jarosz – Days Can Turn Around
Tommy Prine – Crashing Again
Vincent Neil Emerson – Time of the Rambler
Nat Myers – Misbehavin’ Mama
Lizzie No – Annie Oakley
Darrell Scott – Kentucky Morning
Wesley Dean – Eleven One
The Whitmore Sisters – Learn to Fly
Yasmin Williams – Swift Breeze
Zach Schmidt – Foregone Conclusion
Katie Toupin – Danger
S.G. Goodman – Teeth Marks
Tinsley Ellis – Beat the Devil
Silas Nello – Heartbreak Buddy
Listen to this week’s State of the Art Spotify playlist featuring:
Coma Girls – 33 (Baby Robot Records)
Cherry Glazerr – Addicted to Your Love
Super Cassette – Bones
King Tuff – Love Letters to Plants
Helltones – Nothing Compares to You
Bully – Days Move Slow
Mega Ran, Kadesh Flow – That’s Okay
Hus Kingpin, Madlib, Bala No Judas – RIO DE DINHEIRO
Volk – I Fed DarkNESynths – Acid Fader Remix
Death Valley Girls – I Am a Wave
Josh Rennie-Hynes – When It’s Gone
The Arcs – Sunshine
Shane Rennison – Temptations
Kelela, Rahrah Gabor – Closure
Jordan Maye – Tuesday
Jax Hollow – Stepping Stone
Slut Magic – NY Trash
Left At London, Jedwill, wishlane – lol.
Abhi the Nomad – Bicycle Boy
Carissa Johnson – Congratulations
Foxbat – Swarm Weather
Lindy Vision – D.B.I.A (Driving Black in America)
Couvo – Better Off
Binding Spell – Destroyed
The Wirelight – Get Lost
Darksoft – Yesteryear
JAMS The Flava Child, Goddess of the West – D.I.T.G.
MAKR AN ERIS, Sophia Eris, MAKR – MAKR AN ERIS
Josh Phillips – Starts to Rain
Q Da Fool – Driver
Cam Gnarly, Rae, Skywalker Mike – Space & Opportunity
Johnny Ciggs, Starr Nyce – Cigarettes at Sun Up
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