Old 97's is an American alternative country band from Dallas, Texas. Formed in 1992, they have since released twelve studio albums, two full extended plays, shared split duty on another, and have one live album. Their most recent release is Twelfth. They were pioneers of the alt-country movement during the mid-to-late 1990s, but lead vocalist […]
When you release a project like Charles Wesley Godwin’s 2023 critically acclaimed Family Ties — a highly personal, 17-song diary-like LP that was both universally praised and also catapulted the West Virginian singer-songwriter to new heights in his career — the outside perception is that there are greater expectations on whatever music comes next. Ask […]
The English Beat is a band with an energetic mix of musical styles and a sound like no other. The band's unique sound has allowed it to endure for nearly four decades and appeal to fans, young and old, all over the world. When The English Beat (known as The Beat in their native England) […]
More than a mere practitioner of her craft, Cristina Vane has a breadth and depth of serious musical skill compiled from countless miles across all kinds of geography. On her third studio album ‘Hear My Call,’ the pairing of a lifetime pursuit and growing treasure trove of songs makes for a record that demands to be heard. […]
Formed in 2018, The Jack Knives are a raw, high-energy rock band from Orange County, California, blending punk grit with emotionally charged storytelling. Fronted by British singer/songwriter Si Short (vocals/guitar), the band features Faris "Dragon" Muhtaseb (lead guitar/backing vocals), Bryan "Brooce" Lee (bass/backing vocals), and Drew Baker (drums/percussion). Since their formation, The Jack Knives have […]
"Most personal album yet" is a well-worn cliché within the cliché-addled world of music promotion. But Life Behind Bars, the fifth studio album from beloved Texas country-punk ensemble Vandoliers, brings new meaning to that phrase. This album marks a series of firsts for the band, it's their first release with upstart Break Maiden Records and […]
Tommy Brunett is a dynamic musician/songwriter who’s known for his legendary live performances intertwined with storytelling and musical tight rope style deliveries. Blending elements of rock and Americana, Tommy is known for his powerful stage presence and distinctive voice. Brunett’s musical journey includes his time as the touring guitar player for the iconic band Modern […]
When The Record Company pick up their instruments, the members—Chris Vos , Alex Stiff , and Marc Cazorla —participate in a musical back-and-forth akin to a formative and supportive conversation among siblings. The nuances of their personalities seep through loose, bluesy guitar leads, airtight drum grooves, thick bass, and vividly evocative lyrics. With such fluidity, […]
Having left an indelible stamp on rock ’n’ roll forged by anthemic hits, thousands of live performances around the world, and a tireless belief in staying true to yourself, Joan Jett remains driven by the singular power of music. Picking up her first guitar at thirteen years old and starting a career at fifteen, her […]
Thirty-five years ago, a posse of University of Buffalo-based musician-friends got together to play music. Out of freewheeling sessions bursting with bold, genre-defying creativity and tongue-in-cheek humor, a 6-headed monster named moe. emerged. Decades later, moe.’s tireless work ethic, DIY resourcefulness, infectious songwriting, and highly-engaged fanbase—the Famoe.ly—have enabled the sextet to earn a successful career. […]
