Each week on the show we highlight one notable new release.
July 2
Rah Rah Rabbit - Chasin’ Rabbits, Catchin’ Squirrels
Rah Rah Rabbit is an LA based band led by Laura Anne Lacy also known as Rabbit. This is their debut album after over 15 years of playing around LA and touring. A very fun and diverse collection of roots music from Rah Rah Rabbit.
June 25
SUEDE & 'LENE - Hymns For Lost Things
SUEDE & 'LENE's debut album, "Hymns For Lost Things," is a unique blend of roots-infused rock. Co-created by seasoned songwriter/producer Angelo Petraglia and multi-talented frontwoman Eulene Sherman, this Nashville-based duo draws inspiration from their rich musical histories to craft a deeply narrative and emotionally profound album. Their work channels influences ranging from Dylan and The Band to Kurt Vile, blending Americana roots with inventive lyrical storytelling. Recorded in Nashville with a some of the best studio musicians in town.
June 18
Dee White - Heart Talkin’
At just the age of 26, Dee White has the sound of an old soul. Born in Slapout, Alabama, this is his second record, his debut was recorded with Dan Auerbach at Easy Eye Sound, now five years later this follow up produced by legendary Nashville producer Tony Brown, one of the originators of the Alt Country sound. White is big collector is early 20th century American guitars, an aesthetic that shines through on the 10 songs on Heart Talkin.
June 11
Jesse Daniel - Son of San Lorenzao
An autobiographical record that finds Jesse exploring personal themes with a more mature, 70s country rock inspired sound - departing a bit from previous honky tonk sounds.
June 4
The Pine Hill Haints - Shattered Pieces of the True Cross
Alabama based The Pine Hill Haints have been “playing ghost country music since 1997.” Recorded live in Muscle Shoals, their new album continues their tradition of raw, low-fi, gothic southern roots music.
May 28
Sam Stoane - Tales of the Dark West
Sam Stoane is a cowgirl from California, now making her way in Nashville with a fine new release that is true Country AND Western, her debut release *Tales of the Dark West.* Stoane’s song live solidly in the realm of traditional country music, but at the same time are modern and relevant as a young Americana singer-songwriter.
May 21
Sweet Megg - Never Been Home
A thoroughly modern Americana record with a nice mix of vintage sounds. Originally from NYC and now based in Nashville, Sweet Megg toured with Postmodern Jukebox and has a jazz and blues background. All these influences come together is one of my favorite releases of the year so far. Check it out on Bandcamp
May 14
Sonia Leigh - Songs About Ghosts
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Sonia Leigh delivers a haunting collection with "Songs About Ghosts," showcasing her refined Americana sensibilities. Since her 1998 debut, Leigh has built an impressive career penning tracks for fellow artists while fearlessly exploring hip-hop, rock, country, and pop—all while authentically representing herself as an openly gay artist in Nashville's country music scene. "Songs About Ghosts" beautifully highlights her musical versatility, weaving together elements of country, soul, and Americana into a rich tapestry that captures her distinctive artistic voice.
May 7
Sterling Drake - The Shape I'm In
Montana troubadour Sterling Drake makes a striking debut with "The Shape I'm In," a masterful fusion of American roots traditions. The album navigates effortlessly between cowboy ballads, Irish folk, Delta blues, and contemporary Americana, showcasing Drake's versatility as both traditionalist and innovator.
April 30
Mattie Schell - Everything Means Nothing
The debut release from St. Louis singer-songwriter Mattie Schell, “Everything Means Nothing.” Mattie cut her teeth in the St. Louis folk and bluegrass scene as part of River Kittens. Now signed to Compass Records, her debut solo album was produced in Nashville by JD Simo. The album melds Matties strong soulful voice with country and roots traditions for a simultaneously unique and familiar Americana sound.
April 23
John Howie Jr. and the Rosewood Bluff - The Return of...
This marks the return of North Carolina’s John Howie Jr and their first full-length release in 11 years. As an original member of the Two Dollar Pistols, John Howie helped invent the Alt Country sound of the 90s. This a fine roots country and honky tonk record - out now on blue vinyl, CD, streaming and for download at Bandcamp.
April 16
James Cook - Texican Velvet
James calls it American Soul and that's a fitting description from this Witchia Falls, Texas native's third release. Great songwriting coupled with varied styles of roots music. Out now!
Find more details and information here on his website: https://jamescookmakesmusic.com/
April 9
Ashleigh Flynn & the Riveters - Good Morning Sunshine
An all female band out of Portland, Oregon. Their new album "Good Morning Sunshine" delivers a fun roots rock, honky tonk soundtrack that we all need this spring. And fantastic cover art!
April 2
Pug Johnson - El Cabron
Pug's sophomore record reflects his roots in Beaumont Texas with a fun mix of styles of the Gulf Coast region -- Tex-Mex, Cajun, swamp rock.
March 26
Olivia Ellen Lloyd - Do It Myself
A West Virginia-raised, Brooklyn-based country artist. "Do it Myself" is her second release and features strong songs, fine musicianship and clean production, creating a sound that feels both rooted in tradition and thoroughly modern.
