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LIVE REVIEW: JD McPherson @ Factory Theatre, Sydney (3/02/16)
Alt-Country / Americana / Blues / Country / Gig Reviews / Rockabilly

LIVE REVIEW: JD McPherson @ Factory Theatre, Sydney (3/02/16)

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This was a night of rock ’n roll, blues, country, folk and soul, those landmark styles that set the ground rules for the last six decades of music and it showed that artists who trade in those genres, with authenticity, respect and reverence, continue to attract devoted fans. A Man Called Stu and pedal steel … Continue reading →

LIVE REVIEW: Ryley Walker @ Sydney Festival (22/01/16)
Folk / Gig Reviews / Psychedelic

LIVE REVIEW: Ryley Walker @ Sydney Festival (22/01/16)

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With the change in weather from high temperatures to blustery storms, the Hyde Park festival village became a somewhat deserted and mud-laden location. That didn’t deter the committed and curious fans of Chicago’s Ryley Walker from scurrying beneath umbrellas to the steps of The Famous Spiegeltent for what would be a spellbinding set of acoustic … Continue reading →

NEW MUSIC: William Crighton – Priest
Album Artwork / alt.country / Country / Folk / Rock / Stream

NEW MUSIC: William Crighton – Priest

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William Crighton has been gaining a reputation over the last couple of years for his solo and band performances that trade on intensity, honest songwriting and passionate delivery. There are country and folk influences at work in his music but it really boils down to the songs and the brooding yet melodic sounds he shrouds them in. … Continue reading →

ALBUM REVIEW: Mark Lucas & The Dead Setters – Continental Drift
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ALBUM REVIEW: Mark Lucas & The Dead Setters – Continental Drift

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Mark Lucas has been a prolific songwriter in the alt-country realm for a number of decades now, as leader of the Dead Setters, member of 90s group The Parwills and as a solo artist. His latest release with band The Dead Setters finds the group loosening their shoulders and opening up into a more eclectic … Continue reading →

ALBUM REVIEW: Davey Craddock – City West
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ALBUM REVIEW: Davey Craddock – City West

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It’s been a long time coming but West Australian Davey Craddock has finally released his debut album and it’s as equally as impressive as the string of singles he’s released over the last few years. Sitting in the realm of soulful Americana music, City West is a beautifully recorded collection of songs that evoke emotional … Continue reading →

NEW MUSIC: Eagle & The Wolf – Mama, Son & The Holy Ghost
Americana / Blues / New Music / Soul / Video

NEW MUSIC: Eagle & The Wolf – Mama, Son & The Holy Ghost

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Eagle & The Wolf is the new collaborative project between blues musician Kris Morris and singer/songwriter Sarah Humphreys. We’ve heard the new album and reckon it’s the best thing either of the pair have put their creative talents to. Blues, country, folk and a streak of gospel run through the album and indeed this first … Continue reading →

ALBUM REVIEW: Sal Kimber & The Rollin’ Wheel – Southern Light
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ALBUM REVIEW: Sal Kimber & The Rollin’ Wheel – Southern Light

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Sal Kimber has taken the expansive, soulful route through country and pop music on her new album. With a strong backing band sparkling and shimmering with keyboards and some fine guitar playing it is certainly a warm, breezy and welcoming record that steers clear of the Nashville clichés and instead rides the more commercial currents … Continue reading →

REISSUE NEWS: Blaze Foley – Duct Tape Messiah
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REISSUE NEWS: Blaze Foley – Duct Tape Messiah

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This Record Store Day eliterecords releases Duct Tape Messiah by exceptional Texan Folk artist Blaze Foley for the first time ever on vinyl. The soundtrack to the 2011 documentary film about the turbulent life of Townes Van Zandts companion and close friend literally spans Blaze’s whole musical life. It includes rare archival tracks never released … Continue reading →