American Slag Heap says:With some unexpected twists and a strangely satisfying tension, the oddly named Bound Stems confound the genre police on this oddly named track, My Kingdom For A Trundle Bed. A delicate genius seeps through this thing; An anger and compassion that speaks to the heart's own intellect.
Birds (pick at you while you sleep)byVal Esway country/folk, alt.country I first became aware of Val Esway thru the truly alt. and I mean alt.country ensemble, Loretta Lynch. This song features Val solo, her voice...more »
SparrowsbyThe Low Lows rock, americana, alternative Happiness is a foggy morning, a warm cup of coffee, and some time to listen to Shining Violence, the latest record from The Low Lows....more »
To the Dogs or WhoeverbyJosh Ritter country/folk, rock, rhythm & blues, singer/songwriter Midwest singer/songwriter Josh Ritter's 7th release,The Historical Conquests of Josh Ritter, shows that Josh takes a fresh approach to songwriting. Brilliant lyrics tell the story...more »
Length Of A CountrybyNancy Hess pop, country/folk, rock, alternative, americana, singer/songwriter Shimmering like a freshwater stream in the mountains, this track by Nancy Hess delivers on the promise of its title. Great distances reduced to an...more »