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On July 17th, Glasgow born Emma Jane released her brand new album Workhorse. The album consists of seven solid tracks, including the gem "Run." "Carter Cash" finds her bluesy vocals perfectly paired with a classic country melody and story: wanting a love like that classic couple. "Oh and I’ve got a dream & it all starts with you/So wrap your arms around me/Let’s make this night last & I’ll be your June Carter & you can be my Johnny Cash." "Old and Gray," a lovely duet with Sean Kennedy, may just be my favorite track on the album. Their voices truly compliment one another on a song about lasting love. "Oh and time kept moving faster than we knew, oh and everyday my heart still wakes holding you/Now and forever, now and forever, now." "Unforgiven" is a haunting ballad, while the cadence of "Tunnels" paints the picture of someone travelling away from, or to, love. "Heading down the highway the headlights they blind my eyes, looking for the answers but all I find is bitter lies/Foundations they turn to dust, lost in love and lust." "Delicate Minds," a pop tinged song about a relationship that isn't giving her what she needs and "Hold On," reminiscent of a southern spiritual, round out the album. Workhorse is a solid album, highlighted by Emma Jane's powerful, confident and emotive vocals. I encourage you to give a listen. http://www.emmajaneofficial.com http://www.facebook.com/emmajaneofficial http://www.twitter.com/emmajanetweets
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 I was first introduced the the Cadillac Three in 2012 when Dierks Bentley had them (as The Cadillac Black, one of their previous incarnations) opening select dates of his tour. Their dirty, gritty sound, as well as Jaren's half mumbled vocals, was like nothing I had heard before. My initial "what in the h-- is this" quickly turned into "this is good music" after their first song.
The trio, comprised of Jaren Johnston, Kelby Ray and Neil Mason, stay true to their unique brand of "country fuzz" on their latest single "Party Like You." The song, written by Jaren along with Jon Nite and Jimmy Robbins, lyrically doesn't offer much that you haven't heard before: there's a girl that has him "buzzin'," and he knows he's lucky that she is giving him the time of day (er, night). What sets the song apart is the distinctive combination of Jaren's delivery (especially the rapid fire chorus) meshed with the thumping drums and driving guitar that'll have you "rockin' and rollin'". "You got me rockin', rollin', like New Orleans Cut off blues like damn you know it Little bit of drink, little wink wink Tell me what you think I've been lookin' for a party like you You get dancing hearts get stolen Love the way the night is goin' Little bit of drink, little wink wink Tell me what you think I've been lookin' for a party like you" Is "Party Like You" radio friendly? I honestly don't know, but I do know that it's a song you should definitely give a listen. If you can catch them live, go. They're a band to which the phrase "melt your face off" actually applies. "Party Like You" is available here. 4 Stars  Lucy Hale’s latest single, “Lie A Little Better,” from her album Road Between, is about a gal who cannot hide her feelings about a certain someone, even though it may be better for her heart if she did. Lucy’s vocals are clear and the melody is undeniably catchy, youthful and fun. However, a little bit of banjo here and there does not a country song make. "Lie A Little Better" is most definitely a pop song (and not a bad one), and since much of country radio is these days, it should fit right in and please the masses.
“The truth is I’m falling to pieces Anytime that you’re around Trouble is the truth keeps slipping out Whoa Can’t seem to hide what I’m feelin’ Can’t believe what I’m saying out loud Truth is there’s no turning back now I guess I should learned how to lie a little better” 3 Stars The single impacts radio July 21st.  Back to back Carolina Music Awards Country Group of the Year, Dixie Still, released their album, Rumor, on August 1, 2013. The album was produced by seven time Grammy winner Mark Fain and features some of Nashville’s finest musicians playing on the thirteen tracks.
The songs on Rumor mix country with a bit of rock all the while showcasing the trio’s tight harmonies. The opening track, “Dark Horse” throws you for a loop as the introduction sets you up for a ballad but instead, the song turns into a rocker about going out in the world and doing "what you want to do….win it all when you ain’t got nothin’, nothin’ to lose." Other songs on Rumor deal with familiar topics such as young love (“Summer of 17”), and relationships (“Close That Door,” “Getting Ready to Rain”). From the ballads to the more up tempo tracks, their voices are clear, easy to listen to and complement one another well on tracks such as “Even Now” and "I Fell for Memphis." For more information visit their official website.  Jon Stone and Kristy Thomas, the duo American Young, recently released their latest single “Wasn’t Gonna Drink Tonight.” The song, which was written by Jon along with Lee Brice and Billy Montana, can be found on the duo's self titled EP released in June.
Don’t be misled by the title, the song isn’t an ode to drinking and having a good time. Quite the contrary, it is a love song about going out and unintentionally seeing the person who didn’t just break your heart, but “tore it all to pieces,” causing certain emotions to take over and leading one to drink a bit too much (even though that wasn't the initial plan for the evening). "I wasn't gonna drink tonight I didn’t wanna see your eyes Just here for a good time No I wasn’t gonna want a fight Butstin' up my knuckles on my truck No I, I wasn’t gonna drink tonight" Jon takes lead vocals on the track, but emotions are best conveyed when the duo harmonizes, specifically in the chorus and the bridge. If you like this song, check out their EP which includes their first single, "Love Is War." "Wasn't Gonna Drink Tonight" impacts radio July 28th. 3.5 Stars |
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