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Howlin’ Rain : The Russian Wilds

Howlin’ Rain : The Russian Wilds

In another time, Howlin’ Rain would be as huge as their sound. The band’s latest [...]

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Stew & the Negro Problem : Making It

Stew & the Negro Problem : Making It

In today’s politically correct world, a name like Stew & the Negro Problem is sure [...]

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Otis Taylor : Contraband

Otis Taylor : Contraband

The theme of love and relationships runs through Contraband, a release that might be Otis [...]

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Danny Click : Life Is A Good Place

Danny Click : Life Is A Good Place

Danny Click is worn soul, smooth and weathered like aged leather. And his music emanates [...]

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moe. : What Happened to the La Las

moe. : What Happened to the La Las

There has always been some debate in the music community about moe.’s ability to produce [...]

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Matt Flinner Trio : Winter Harvest

Matt Flinner Trio : Winter Harvest

My list of favorite mandolin players is fairly short – Dave Grisman, Mike Marshall, Chris [...]

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Cowboy Junkies : Sing In My Meadow

Cowboy Junkies : Sing In My Meadow

The Cowboy Junkies have been a stalwart on the Western music scene since the band [...]

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Dead Man Winter : Bright Lights

Dead Man Winter : Bright Lights

“I’m hollow and holy, just like a man.” Oooof.  When I heard that lyric from [...]

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Glossary : Long Live All of Us

Glossary : Long Live All of Us

Long Live All of Us, Glossary’s most recent release (their seventh), is simply a delight [...]

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Yukon Blonde : Fire/Water EP

Yukon Blonde : Fire/Water EP

Vancouver based Yukon Blonde recently dropped the Fire/Water EP on Dine Alone Records. Heavily harmonious [...]

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