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Katie Wellenberg raised the stakes in her alt-country protest to superficial charm, ‘Gambler’

Posted on 4 August 2022

Katie Wellenberg did more than show her hand in her latest alt-country single, Gambler, which will be an instant hit with fans of the April March and Hillbilly Moon Explosion-Esque femme fatale allure.

Lyrically, Wellenberg shows us the epitome of humanity through visually striking poetry. Instrumentally, her roots-deep melodic hooks draw you further into the single, which shows how above the charade of superficial charm she is. Needless to say, we should all be at the same level as the stunningly unf*ckwithable Munich-based singer-songwriter. She well and truly came into her swampy roots rock own with Gambler; we can’t wait to hear what follows.

Gambler is now available to stream on Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Jon Fritz hopes that their love has wings to fly on ‘Somewhere In Her Eyes’

Posted on 8 July 2022
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Assisted by Ajawamnet Studios, Jon Fritz shows us that true love that is flying high above if the two souls will reach up and grab it before all is lost forever on ‘Somewhere In Her Eyes‘.

Jon Fritz is a Washington, DC-based indie rock/country singer-songwriter who has performed over 6000 gigs during his long career.

Taking us on a flight-filled journey upwards to this love-soaked and dreamy story to admire, Jon Fritz shows us why he is one of the most genuine singer-songwriters in the world. There is a delightful melody on offer for true music fans to enjoy heartily, as we are swept up into a romantic bundle of joy.

‘Somewhere In Her Eyes‘ from Washington, DC-based indie rock/country singer-songwriter Jon Fritz is one of those memorable tracks that you can’t get out of your head quickly. With a gritty vocal output and a melody that might have your hair standing up to attention, this is a song with a greater meaning than most.

When you know what you desire, the trip to get there is always worth the adventure, no matter the outcome.

Listen up to this new single on Facebook.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Romance is a form of fatalism in The County Affair’s latest slice of Americana, Beach

Posted on 25 June 2022

Following their 2021 debut album, which was recorded at Abbey Road and sold 100,000 digital copies, the UK-residing Americana duo, The County Affair, unveiled their latest single, Beach (Summer Mix).

In their own words, Beach is about love and a car crash, some may say they’re two of the same, but there is nothing quite like the old-school crooning country melodies entwining with the lyrical fatalism in the subversively blissful single.

With the bends of the bluesy guitar notes carrying as much poise as Swan Lake, the sepia-tinged single went beyond paying ode to the roots of Americana. The duo created a romantic reminiscence of nostalgia before driving it through their cinematically choral sonic signature. It leaves no room to wonder why The County Affair has been lauded on both sides of the pond.

Beach will officially release on June 17th via X&Y Records. Hear it for yourselves here.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

 

 

Perry Lockwood drops the love song you need to hear today with ‘All I Need Is You’

Posted on 19 June 2022

Pulling our strings and placing us into a picture that will make the lovers kiss and the singles dream, Perry Lockwood reminds us to keep things simple with a music video that might get your heart beating rather briskly on ‘All I Need Is You‘.

Perry Lockwood is a Lawrence, Kansas-based indie fusion singer-songwriter who meshes in a variety of genres after being inspired by his Elvis-impersonator father.

Opening our eyes to what is actually possible if two hearts may merge as one loyal team through the choppy waters of life, Perry Lockwood might have dropped one of the most romantic visualizers of the year with his latest effort. The vocals on show will have you thinking of the future, as you move closer to that soul who you can’t wait to embrace each time you see them.

‘All I Need Is You‘ from Lawrence, Kansas-based indie fusion singer-songwriter Perry Lockwood is a country-fueled single that vibrates your romantic intentions with oceans of excellence. This is a sweet story about knowing you can be happy with that special individual, who you just knew would you right for you.

Sung with a genuine love and a true insight into what is needed to be truly happy and free, this is a love song that might have your spirit soaring with the birds above.

See this loving music video on YouTube.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Ariana Molkara showed us the epitome of country-pop class in her coming of age debut single, Birdies Gotta Fly By

Posted on 3 June 2022

With all of the class and arcane beguile of a Parisian Chanteuse, the alt-country pop singer-songwriter Ariana Molkara has made a theatrical yet intimately captivating entrance with her debut single, Birdies Gotta Fly By.

Cinematic scarcely covers the luminous production, which comes complete with pianos that would leave Ben Folds weak at the knees paired with infectiously upbeat percussion and orchestral strings to amplify the bitter-sweet coming of age sentiments expressed in the profoundly flawless single.

If this is her coming of age single, Ariana Molkara has a seriously bright future ahead of her.

Birdies Gotta Fly By was officially released on June 3rd. You can hear it for yourselves by heading over to SoundCloud.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Toronto’s Jason Maxwell wanted it to last but finds that his former lover has moved on with, ‘For Now’

Posted on 1 June 2022

Released via Believe Music Canada/Flying Colours Music/Glacier Bay Entertainment and recorded in Nashville’s legendary Blackbird Studios, Jason Maxwell can see right through her eyes on the breakup fueled single about wishing for a different outcome with, ‘For Now‘.

Jason Maxwell is a Toronto, Ontario-based indie country/pop singer-songwriter who makes that emotionally-charged music to heal with.

“Even though we had been broken up for a long time, I felt that things weren’t fully over between us. I loved her and still saw a future together. It was disheartening to realize that our relationship was really over and that she had moved on definitively.” ~ Jason Maxwell

Sung with a splendidly confident style that shall induce some rather resonant emotions to spill over, Jason Maxwell shows us how we need to know that something is properly over – before we can walk away for good – knowing that we tried to make things work.

”The single follows Maxwell’s performance in the Netflix movie “Full Out 2: You Got This!” which also featured his single “Girls Like to Dance” on the official movie soundtrack.” ~ Jason Maxwell

‘For Now‘ from Toronto, Ontario-based indie country/pop singer-songwriter Jason Maxwell is a story that so many of us will probably have experienced or seen first-hand from a close friend. Steering us through the deep trauma of not having that closure needed to move on, this is the message that many need to hear. Ending the chapter properly and having that uncomfortable conversation, will truly set you free even if it doesn’t seem like it at the time.

Hear this new single on Spotify and check out the IG music page for more news.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Gintis reminds us that a bit of paint, love and hope is all we need on, ‘Buildings’

Posted on 30 May 2022

Signalling in the freshly-coated new start that has been needed to truly recover from the pain of the familiar walls that have seen a lot recently, Gintis show that true love and care that is able to transform a new path that shall help heal the scars on, ‘Buildings‘.

Gintis is a North Wales/Liverpool-based pop/country band who has faced so many horrific tragedies recently that have made their connection even tighter than before.

”In early 2020, the band’s frontman Carl Roberts lost his sister Laura – wife of guitarist Jools Neale. The Covid-19 pandemic coincided with Roberts and Neale providing end of life care for Gintis’s biggest champion as she battled breast cancer. Around the same time, the brother of Gintis drummer Gaz xxx lost his life to cardio-myopathy.” ~ Gintis

With a reflective picture that is currently being painted by honest souls who have combined together to support each other when it’s needed most, Gintis are rather superb on a sterling single that shows us all the power of unity.

”Signs of life came with singles Dennis, O My Little Malcontent and Four Movements – all of which gained BBC radio play and sparked excitement among the band’s loyal following of devotees. But a decade has passed without a long-player collection of their sentimental songs for sentimental people.” ~ Gintis

‘Buildings‘ from North Wales/Liverpool-based pop/country band Gintis is an emotional track that puts us right inside where the recuperation is taking place as we speak. With genuine vocals and striking visuals that bring you the paint-soaked work to blanket over the hurt, this is a single that shall possibly have you grabbing the tissues, as the realness is quite overpowering at times.

Music is the language that can decipher all emotions, and take us all into a better place where hope is possible.

See this new music video on YouTube and see more on the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Rising Texas Americana/country artist Rī Wolf roams freely with that extraordinary soul on, ‘Two Wild Horses’

Posted on 18 May 2022

Taken off his upcoming 14-track ‘Elemental‘ album that is due for release on the 27th of May, Rī Wolf drops the lead single from this much-awaited release with the cinematic single about that real connection that is so hard to find on, ‘Two Wild Horses‘.

Rī Wolf is a skilled Canyon, Texas-based indie Americana/country solo singer-songwriter, West Texas A&M University Alum and cabin builder.

”After spending the last 14 years as a collegiate track and field coach in Texas and almost 9 years away from music, Rī Wolf is bursting back into the music scene with a Grass Roots Americana sound reminiscent of a West Texas Troubadour making his way back home.” ~ Rī Wolf

Showing us why he is so highly respected and a name to truly take notice of due to his genuine lyrics and outstanding vocals, Rī Wolf wanders freely with that amazing soul who is headed in that same direction as he is. Sung with gliding greatness that seems to inspire you to hold the hand of those who have the same mindset, this is a rather spectacular effort that should resonate with so many of us.

”This song is about freedom and pursuing your passion with the one you love right beside you. That’s how I feel every day getting to play and create music.” ~ Rī Wolf

‘Two Wild Horses‘ from Canyon, Texas-based indie Americana/country solo singer-songwriter Rī Wolf is a rather special single about wanting to brighten that light with someone real who wants to run with you, see the sunset together, and live each day like it’s your last. That freedom feeling is something that holds true in this fantastic new track, that has you looking above, to be grateful for what you have in this world.

Being with that incredible human who gets you and wants to make you better together, is the most remarkable feeling ever after all.

Pre-save this single on Distrokid that will be released with the full album on 27th May and see more content on his IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Country and Roots Originators, Few Miles South, Delivered a Pick-Up Truck of Wholesome with Their Latest Single, Doggone

Posted on 15 May 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFNbJiDfj3g

The country and roots collective, Few Miles South, may have been dubbed the ‘Country Pretenders’, but their latest single and music video, Doggone, set them apart as distinguished escapist originators.

I haven’t been as endeared by Bluegrass Americana since wandering into a festival tent and discovering Hayseed Dixie in a cider-addled haze. Yet, despite the pickup truckload of heckin’ wholesome, Doggone was never in any danger of registering as a novelty.

There’s some serious gravitas in this ode to one of the best fuzzy 4-legged aspects of our existence. Toni’s timelessly arrestive vocals against the punchy rhythms, blazing acoustic guitar solos, and the striking fiddle are an alchemic mix.

Doggone will officially release on May 13th; you can check out the official music video by heading over to YouTube.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Craig Gould tells us how the drink-filled Friday night turned out with, ‘Burned’

Posted on 14 May 2022

Picking himself off the floor during a wild night after work that turned rather outlandish, Craig Gould returns with the 3rd and final single from his upcoming release called ‘Songs from the Campfire‘, with the inventive swig-loaded single, ‘Burned‘.

Craig Gould is a UK-based indie Americana/folk/alt-country artist and mental health campaigner who is a visionary soul that makes music to relate with at the local.

”All of the profits from this release will be donated to CALM – Campaign Against Living Miserably, a charity that Craig is very proud to be working in partnership with. Craig has already used his music to raise over £500 for mental health care within the UK.” ~ Craig Gould

Reminding us that music should be fun and exciting – while filled with stories to make our minds wander – far away from any work or life issues, Craig Gould is at his peak with a glass-tapping performance to get the party started.

”Showcasing Gould’s now renowned storytelling gift, drawing us into the two-sided tale of a Friday night’s drinking session.” ~ Craig Gould

‘Burned‘ from Craig Gould is an ale-soaked bar mat gem that has dancing shoes slipping and laughing-the-night-away with a stumble added in for good measure. This is a drinking anthem that is packed with fantastic stories that so many can connect to, as we are let into a narrative that so many will enjoy and smile with. Featuring his signature charm, gritty vocals and supremely amusing lyrics, this is a single to play loud, when you are having a few cold ones with mates after a long week after work.

Hear this new single on Spotify and see more news via his IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen