Music Reviews: Teddy Thompson, Bessie Jones, Joe Ely, G.F. Patrick, Gravel & Grace…and an Elliott Murphy Film
Teddy Thompson comes back strong, plus a gem from Alan Lomax’s archives, new folk and R&B acts, and a film starring Elliott Murphy.
Category: Album Reviews
Music Reviews: Steve Forbert, Doc Watson, Nine Seas, Scott Ellison, Hawk, Holy Hive
Veteran folkie Steve Forbert delivers a collection of well-chosen covers. Also, early Doc Watson, the Nine Seas’ fine debut, and new music from Scott Ellison and Hawk.
The Choir’s Unexpected Second Act, Plus Laura Cortese, Crystal Shawanda, and Siren Songs
A garage rock outfit resurfaces after half a century. Also: a contender for best-of-2020 lists and two more noteworthy new CDs.
Lucinda Williams’s Latest Statement, Plus a Mark Olson Gem and an Alan Lomax Anthology
Lucinda Williams limns dark days on her latest release. Also: Mark Olson & Ingunn Ringvold, and an anthology from Alan Lomax’s archives.
Album Reviews: Special Consensus, John Stewart, the Nighthawks
New CDs feature bluegrass from Special Consensus, folk from John Stewart, and blues from the Nighthawks.
Album Reviews: Whitney Rose Triumphs, Plus Willie Nile, Pharis & Jason Romero, America
Whitney Rose displays a rock and roll sensibility on her terrific latest release. Plus albums from Willie Nile, Pharis & Jason Romero, and America.
