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Little Jane and the Pistol Whips – Montana Can’t You See: A Heartfelt Homage to Americana

Posted on 12 March 2024

Little Jane and the Pistol Whips‘ single, ‘Montana Can’t You See’, from their 2023 LP ‘Long Road Ahead’, is a vibrant tribute to the heart and soul of Americana. The aural entryway into the nostalgic realm of Honkytonk is wrapped in the beauty of Montana’s landscapes.

The panoramic vignette of Montana’s magnetic trappings envelops you from the first verse as the upbeat country folk arrangement, including folk strings, ensures that a flood of feel-good momentum courses through the sepia-tinged ravines of the single that, despite the polished production, could have been released in any era.

Ashly ‘Little Jane’ Holland’s dynamic voice is the centrepiece of this musical masterpiece. Her ability to infuse serotonin into the souls of her listeners is unparalleled, bringing a sunny disposition that’s infectious. Her vocal style, reminiscent of legends like Loretta Lynn, adds a vintage country feel to the song, yet across her expansive discography, her range allows her to traverse from haunting ballads to up-tempo cowgirl romps with ease.

No true Americana fan would be able to resist the temptation of the rest of her repertoire after hearing Montana Can’t You See.

Montana Can’t You See is now available to stream on Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Prussian Folklore’s ‘Devil’: An Atmospheric Tale of Temptation and Resistance

Posted on 20 March 2023

Prussian Folklore’s new single “Devil” is a captivating and atmospheric track that showcases the Montana-based artist’s unique style and storytelling ability. The song’s opening guitar riff immediately sets the tone for the rest of the track, with haunting vocals that draw the listener in and hold their attention throughout.

The sparse yet effective instrumentation on “Devil” includes subtle percussion and synth-esque textures that perfectly complement the vocals, building to a powerful and intense chorus. Netzloff’s lyrics tell a story of temptation and resistance, with a melody that is both evocative and memorable.

It’s clear that Prussian Folklore has found his own voice and style as a solo artist, with a sound that is a departure from his work with Wartime Blues. The artist’s ability to capture the essence of his hometown in his music is a testament to his talent as a songwriter and musician.

I have no problem recommending this standout track that highlights Prussian Folklore’s talent for creating emotionally-charged, atmospheric music. Fans of indie folk and atmospheric rock will find much to appreciate in this single and in Prussian Folklore’s wider body of work. “Devil” is a promising glimpse into the artist’s future and leaves us excited to see what he has in store for us next.

Montana electro soul act Desperate Electric turns the past issues into positive vibrations with ‘Stay’

Posted on 6 July 2022

Knowing that despite the intermittent problems that occur in relationships, there is always that communication that leads to those good times again, Desperate Electric has dropped the disco gem to get involved with called ‘Stay‘.

Desperate Electric is a Montana, USA based indie alternative electro soul duo who makes music that is so catchy, it will be stuck in your head all day.

”’Stay’ is about not hiding behind your problems; staying, facing the music, and dancing through it. Breaking generational habits, while forging a creative career path, is quite the undertaking, but struggles are easier if we work through them together, and can move forward being the best version of ourselves for the people around us. It’s not about constantly beating yourself up for the mistakes of your past, it’s about growth, and leaving to love yourself and see your self worth even when you’ve made mistakes. Take your pain, learn, and then throw a dance party.” ~ Desperate Electric

Memorable bands have the extra edge that defines a generation. Desperate Electric is that band who has this rare quality in much abundance and shows their electrifying aura to maximum effect with a masterclass performance.

‘Stay‘ from Montana, USA based indie alternative electro soul duo Desperate Electric is a fine track made with a real energy that lets you know that life is best if you deal with any problems without fuss. Performed with a groovy technique that shall get your fingers clicking and your head nodding, this is a song that might get you into the mood to get dancing.

Laced with that sensational vitality that all excellent songs possess, this is a speaker sizzler you can’t surely forget easily.

Hear this wonderful new track on Spotify and see more news on the IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Montana’s Amanda Stewart is overwhelmed by the different options on ‘Feeding Frenzy’

Posted on 6 February 2022

With her 9-track multi-genre inspired album set for release in March 2022, Amanda Stewart knows that she needs to be careful as her heart is at risk of being hurt again as she leads us into her saucy new single, ‘Feeding Frenzy‘.

Amanda Stewart is a Bozeman, Montana-based indie country/pop/folk solo singer-songwriter who performs with a natural vocal ability that makes you feel like you are witnessing someone rather special.

With heartfelt songs about dealing with postpartum depression, love and struggling to make the right choices in life, this is a genuine artist who isn’t afraid to show us her true feelings in this often-confusing world.

Ushering us into her kind soul who has just had her heart shattered by her former lover, Amanda Stewart brings us into a world filled with vicious sharks that could bite at any moment – as she paddles away smartly – to find her true soulmate who is hidden under the waves that are waiting for her warm embrace.

‘Feeding Frenzy‘ from Bozeman, Montana-based indie country/pop/folk solo singer-songwriter Amanda Stewart, is a catchy single that has us wrapped up in this story about seeing so many people trying to impress you after you move into the single life. Sung with a loveable style and featuring sweetly-toned vocals, this is a lovely release that you will find easy to like if you have ever experienced heightened attention from those who just want a piece of you.

Listen to this enjoyable new single on Spotify and see more of her life via the IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

I Just Gotta Let It Go: Montana’s Cody King feels all his dreams are finally coming true on ‘Plans’

Posted on 27 August 2021
https://soundcloud.com/codykingsmusic/plans

With the built-up stress at an all-time high but his mind thinking deeply on the end goal, Cody King ignores the distracting dm’s as he only focuses on the master ‘Plans‘.

Cody King is a prolific Helena, Montana-based indie hip-hop artist. From the Queen City of the Rockies, this is a highly motivated musician who has used this art form to better himself, as he looks to find that true purpose in life.

”I started making music going on 2 years ago not knowing anything. I didn’t have anyone to help me so I learned how to do it all on my own. Its been an up and down struggle but this is my dream and I don’t ever plan on giving this up.” ~ Cody King

With an ever-improving flow, he rocks the mic with careful abandon as he shows us into his life’s work. His style is certainly eloquent as he has those smooth vocals and keeps us entertained the whole way through with his vivid storytelling, piecing together his thoughts into one big mind map. Finding that treasure is his mission.

‘Plans‘ from the passionate Helena, Montana-based rapper Cody King, is the track all about wondering if he is on the right path. As he breathes, eats and sleeps music, this is a creative cat on an exciting mission all the way to the top. He knows that some people greedily want his plan to fail, but he is so determined that nothing shall stop him from finding that all-conquering success.

Hear this new single on Soundcloud and see more on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen