Journal
Americana Podcast Roundup
May 11th 2025
The digital landscape is saturated with podcasts covering every imaginable topic, but for music lovers seeking authenticity and storytelling, a few Am
Black Voices in Modern Americana
February 10th 2025
In recent years, there has been a powerful resurgence of Black artists reclaiming their rightful place in Americana and roots music, challenging tradi
2024 Across the Tracks Rewind
December 18th 2024
Welcome to our annual retrospective of the musical journey we've taken together in 2024. Throughout the year, Across the Tracks has explored the rich
Queerin' the Country: LGBTQ+ Voices in Americana and Country
June 17th 2024
For too long, country music has been painted with a pretty narrow brush – one dipped in themes of pickup trucks, small towns, and heartbreak (often ca
Best of 2024 -- So Far!
June 12th 2024
KRCL programmers recently submitted their half-year best of 2024 so far lists. I had a hard time keeping it to 10! And honestly that 10 would change
Celebrating African-American and Black Artists in Americana and Country Music
February 4th 2024
In the vibrant tapestry of American music, the genre of Americana has emerged as a melting pot of diverse influences, storytelling, and cultural expre
Across the Tracks Favorites of 2023
January 9th 2024
2023 was a great year in Americana music. Its always difficult to rank, so listed below are some of my favorite releases, in no particular order.
Native Americana – Indigenous Artists in Roots and Country Music
November 15th 2023
Country music is often seen simply as predominantly white, male and southern. However, in recent years, mostly under the umbrella of “Americana,” cou