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While he's not yet a household name, James Scott Bullard has shared his music with many, playing stages with David Allan Coe, Butch Walker, Dex Romweber, and The Steel Woods, among others. On April 27th, the singer-songwriter released his sixth full-length (and ninth overall), Full Tilt Boogie, whose ten original tracks mightily blend rock, country, and blues in a rollicking trip that's edgy, honest, and invigorating.
A solid listen front to back, Full Tilt Boogie includes the rip-roaring, bluesy "Hey, Hey Mama," the shuffling kiss-off "Jesus, Jail, or Texas", and the carefree closer "Back To You" which mines a dreamy roots rock jam-band feel. With Full Tilt Boogie, Bullard plows his own path and it's full steam ahead. https://www.jamesscottbullard.com https://shrstudio.com http://www.bigmavis.com
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"Comfort Love" is the second single from Wolfe Jackson's upcoming EP, Nobody Knows Me (Better Than You), due May 18th. A beautifully moving indie-pop ballad, "Comfort Love" showcases Jackson's introspective lyricism as it acknowledges one's need for love - simple and true.
"I've been down this road before A pattern's forming that I can't ignore Another girl, another song Before too long my love's gone" Facebook / Instagram / Twitter
Georgia duo, Few Miles South, recently released their new EP, Might Could, a five-track outing that
offers a treat for the ears. Written, recorded, produced, and designed independently, Might Could features a hefty, delightful dose of steel and fiddle complimented by Tori's rich, emotive vocals. From the driving title track and the rootsy "Jojo" to the classic shuffle of “Walking to the Moon” and hopeful closer "What's Yours Is Mine" Few Miles South have a solid EP of country music that you should make sure doesn't pass you by. Might Could EP on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, CDBaby
Born and raised in the small town of Brownsville, TX, Mitch Bradford discovered music at a young age and immersed himself in the sounds of Neil Young, Jackson Browne, Joni Mitchell and others. The simplistic, warm nature of their lyrical styles and composition eventually inspired him to start writing his own material about 15 years ago. Though music was always his first love, Mitch accepted a full-time position with tech giant Google and continued writing songs on the side. His job responsibilities required him to spend a lot of time working in California. While biking with a friend one Saturday morning in scenic Monterey, CA, Mitch had an epiphany where it all made sense. During the ride along the coast, he found himself soaking in the essence of California – the people, the warmth, the tinge of salt in the air, the seals sunbathing on rocks nearby. In that moment he was overcome with an intuitive feeling that California was where he was meant to be. He made his dreams become a reality and left his full-time gig to pursue his lifetime-gig: music.
Two years later, Mitch teamed up with Grammy Award-Winning producer Matt Ross-Spang (Chris Isaak, Jason Isbell, Zac Brown) to write and record his debut album. With sessions in Memphis, TN but drawing inspiration from his new west coast home, Mitch sought out a classic ‘California country’ feel – something that hearkens back to the height of 1970s folk-rock ‘Laurel Canyon Sound’ of the Eagles, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor and others – but with a modern twist. After recording the songs in just 4 days, the result is a 10 track collection fit be the soundtrack of a long drive up the California coast or a weekend away in the mountains. The first single, “Love Is Kind,” is a request to a love for a second chance which with its laid back, breezy melody replete with organ and soft percussive notes wraps you in a warmth as bright as the California sunshine. "I don’t sleep the same way without you in it. I’ve been mixing night for day without you in it. But I can relate If you want some time I’m learning everyday I keep telling myself, “Love is kind.” Love is kind" Enjoy the track above, and for more information visit HERE.
Country duo October Rose's - Leanne Weiss and Derek Allan - new single, "Closer," is a country rocker with bluesy undertones that captures the excitement of catching someone's eye across a crowded room -- the possibilities of what could happen next.
The track can be found on their upcoming EP, All In, due on May 4th. For more information visit HERE. 
In 2017, singer-songwriter, guitarist, and drummer, Shawn Butzin released his debut solo album Northern Trails which received accolades from both Relix [which featured his single "Leaving Colorado"], The Alternate Root, and Twangri-LA, which gave the album a 5 out of 5 stars. Buoyed by the warm reception, Butzin returned to the studio with a new batch of tunes where he is prepping the release of his sophomore project, Adventures, due on May 24th. Butzin's new track is the rollicking "Westbound Train" a roots rocker that hits the musical sweet spot with it's shuffling melody, driving guitars, and Butzin's honest delivery telling the tale of a man running from the damage he created. "Well I ran away when I was 21 I took the westbound train in the setting sun A few dollars in my pocket A heart full of love I took the westbound train in the setting sun" Get Plugged In to "Westbound Train" above. For more information head HERE and to purchase head HERE. In a crowded field of singer-songwriters, Butzin stands out with his ability to draw from the past while forging his own path. RIYL: Creedance Clearwater Revival, Neil Young, John Fogerty, The Eagles, Tom Petty www.instagram.com/shawnbutzin www.facebook.com/shawnbutzinmusic www.twitter.com/shawnbutzintune
Sarah Shook & the Disarmers’ debut album, Sidelong, commanded listeners’ attention with its refreshingly blunt and unapologetically honest songwriting, tight musicianship, and outlaw spirit. Their upcoming outing, Years, finds that spirit ever present in the collection’s ten tracks as the foursome grow and refine their style with sharpened songwriting, a deepened sound, and unique perspectives that emphasize vulnerability, resiliency, empathy, and defiance. The foursome recently released another track form the album, (and one of my faves) "New Ways to Fail," a driving f-you to a relationship that is downright exhausting.
"Well the door is over there if I may speak with perfect candor You're welcome to walk through it any old time that you fancy Cause I need this shit like I need another hole in my head" Check it out above. Read the interview with Sarah HERE Website/Facebook/Twitter/Purchase  Courtesy: Tell All Your Friends PR
LA-based singer-songwriter Sean Alan channels the classic luminaries of Nashville and Muscle Shoals, with a bit of Detroit and Philly soul thrown in for good measure, on his upcoming album, The Show Must Go On (due in June). The project takes a real, romantic, and honest look at relationships "without your usual sappy cliches," says Alan, via nuanced tracks reminiscent of Otis Redding, Willie Nelson, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty. The album’s debut single, “My Love For You,” is a guitar and organ-led ballad that flows with a bluesy undercurrent, sweeping you up in its mature, tender romanticism...and easily leading it to become the wedding song of the year. Swoon-worthy. "My love for you lady If I may be so bold It knocks out my wind Like a punch In the guts from you darling My love for you baby No love song ever told No books on the shelves Tell such tales of longing" For more information visit HERE. In the heart of the Flatiron district, Hill Country BBQ brings the spirit of Texas to NYC as it showcases live Americana music from the beloved elder statesmen of the genre, like Ray Wylie Hubbard and Billy Joe Shaver, to established artists who fly under the radar as well as talented up and comers, one of whom is K Phillips.
Touring on the heels of his March 10th release, Dirty Wonder, the Nashville by way of Texas singer-songwriter has been making music since he was a teen, but his April 22nd stop at Hill Country was his first. While many enjoyed their brisket and beverages, Phillips and his band of three made their way to the stage for an almost hour and a half set of all original music that pulled from Dirty Wonder as well as his 2012 release, American Girls. As a steady stream of people passed through, more than usual stayed on listening to Phillips' unmistakable vocals convey an intense sensuality on "Hock The Horses" (a tune based partly on Mexican goddess Tlazolteotl ), accept a failed relationship while name-checking Shelley and Browning on "Hadrian" and expose a devilish side on "Dirty Wonder." While the melodies magnetically capture rock, country, and the blues, Phillips is an inspired storyteller, delivering lyrics that are poignant, literate, and witty detailing experiences in an unique and insightful manner. While Phillips alternated between guitar and keyboards throughout the set, he and his band (who had only been playing out together a few days) brought people to the dance floor (often a rarity) on songs like "To Dance With You" and "Rambler" while an older couple swayed in the corner to "Coalburner." A soft-spoken and engaging frontman, Phillips brings an endearing presence to the stage interspersing stories, anecdotes, and charmingly cheesy jokes (Q: What's a metaphor? A: Cows and Sheep...ba dum dum) between tunes. Ensuring he had enough time before proceeding, he also played "Nobody Does It" and "Had Enough" before closing out with "Kat's Song." With that perfect triad of tunes, musicianship, and presence, make sure you catch Phillips when he's near you. Read the interview with K HERE Purchase Dirty Wonder HERE Photos Courtesy: C. Mitt  -Harriett
Hailing from Knoxville, Tennessee, but always sure to feel at home in North Carolina, The Black Lillies made a welcome tour stop on December 2nd at Raleigh’s Lincoln Theatre. They brought their unique brand of soulful, blues infused country to a packed house ready to celebrate the band’s first time headlining the venue. The night’s opener, Elise Davis packed a punch in her all too short set consisting of several songs from her 2016 release The Token, one of my favorite albums of the year. Small in stature but large in talent, she showcased her prowess as a stirring vocalist, wryly honest lyricist, and engaging performer on songs examining life and relationships including such highlights as “The Token”, “Benefits,” and “Pretty Girl”. Fans of Lucinda Williams and Elizabeth Cook should check out her music and her touring schedule at www.elisedavis.com. The Black Lillies hit the stage at 10 PM to begin their set which, with the encore, included nineteen songs from their catalog and two extremely well done covers. Cruz, Trisha and the band were on fire from the opening notes of “Two Hearts Down” and kept the high energy going throughout the night. With so many long time fans of the band in attendance, practically every song turned into a group sing-a-long. What was truly a great night of fine music was slightly bittersweet since this run of shows will be the last for stellar vocalist Trisha Gene Brady. No doubt she will be missed. Every time she stepped up to the microphone she was showered with applause. I look forward to seeing what lies ahead for her. At midnight The Black Lillies took a bow and left the stage to return minutes later to remind everyone why you should never, ever leave before the encore. Hearing their covers of Buffalo Springfield’s “For What It’s Worth” and Eddie Rabbitt’s “Drivin’ My Life Away” was well worth the wait. Check out their bio, music and tour schedule at www.theblacklillies.com |
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