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Davis
writes simple tales of broken-hearts and big dreams. While he sound is closer
to Ryan Adams or Clem Snide's Eef Barzelay, Davis cites The Rolling Stones, Adams,
The Drive-By Truckers and Nirvana as major influences. You can hear that in his
emotional honesty of his songs. The album stays on a low musical country/folk
simmer, forcing you to feel the words and his emotional turmoil. Just 21, Davis
showcases a songwriting talent and a weariness beyond his years. -- Jeff Weiss,
Miles of Music (self-released)
You think the young man with that middle name and surname might choose to not
take up music just because, you know, of the inevitable comparisons. After doing
time as a member of a couple of local Nashville bands, Earle, son of the legendary
singer/songwriter, fearlessly tackles storytelling... in a style reminiscent of
his namesakes. The good news is Earle is his own man, and his own songwriter.
Earle's rich voice and delicate guitar provide a comfortable bed for his songs
of love and loss. Maybe, the day comes when writers say, "Wasn't Justin's
daddy a famous songwriter?" Until then, Justin will have to keep proving
his worth. This six song EP is a good start. -- Jeff Weiss, Miles of Music (self-released)
The
ex-Hot Club of Cowtown violinist stretches her musical vision on her self-titled
debut. James, one of the premier young stars of hot jazz, has put together a collection
of standards and originals that showcase both western swing and string jazz, and
her incredible playing. James evokes a bygone era smoky clubs and all-night dances
without sounding like she's a curio piece brought out to be shown once in awhile,
only to be placed back in storage. She makes the music live and breathe. Legendary
fiddler Johny Gimble guests. -- Jeff Weiss, Miles of Music (Snarf Records)
Frills
are overrated. Ray Mason again proves that three chords, good songs and a little
joy in the heart goes a long way in making hook-filled roots rock. On `Don't Mess
With My Routine` Mason and his backing band Stephen Desaulniers, Frank Marsh and
Tom Shea, are backed by keyboards and horns, adding a nice R&B flavor that
fans of J. Geils Band or Southside Johnny will enjoy. Ray and his cohorts dish
up the meat-and-potatoes old-school r&b roots rock. It is like visiting your
favorite cafeteria and enjoying the same dish every single time. It is good, it
is consistent, and it puts a smile on your face. Ray's music has that effect.
-- Jeff Weiss, Miles of Music (Hi-N-Dry)
"A
great record usually announces itself in the opening track and, from the first
few bars of 'Better for It Kid', it's pretty clear that The National Lights have
produced something extraordinary. About a year in the making, recorded in various
locations including 'The Divinity Lutheran Church and a garden in Towson, MD',
singer-songwriter Jacob Thomas Burns and Ernest Christian Kiehne (of the Bland
Allisons) have created a record that resists description although might share
distant cousins with, say, Nick Cave and Hem....As it stands, these ten songs
answer every question as to what makes a fine record and, for those who enjoy
their traditional Gothic poison sweetened with honey, tell me what there is out
there that is any better than this?"--Robin Cracknell, americana-uk.com (Bloodshake)
Novelist
and music writer Jonathan Lethem says: "The Light Divides ups the ante on
Winterpills' shimmering, resonant, heartbroken pop glory. These songs, as musically
sophisticated and delicate as any of songwriters Philip Price's career, and given
otherworldly treatment by band members Flora Reed, Dave Hower, Dennis Crommett,
Jose Ayerve and Brain Akey, nevertheless feel essential, even familiar, like old
friends. The hooks and harmonies have been burnished so they glow from within
- it's as if Winterpills has brought to light songs you were already humming to
yourself, but didn't know it." (Signature Sounds) 
"Triumphant
and viscerally powerful return for the Dark Lords of Americana ...Welcome to the
new sound of Willard Grant Conspiracy. Since "Regard the End" Simon
Alpin, guitarist, co-writer and co-producer has left, leaving (Robert) Fisher
with sole writing and production credits. It's hard to avoid the conclusion that
Alpin was something of a restraining hand, as an awful lot of "Let It Roll"
has abandoned WGC's trademark stately, processional sound in favour of uninhibited
and unrestrained music that recalls Nick Cave or John Lydon at their most wired.
Not only that, a slight penchant for long songs has turned into a full-blown obsession
- only one of the ten tracks here clocks in at under four minutes, and two top
nine..." -- Jeremy Searle, americana-uk.com. Features contributions from
Chris Eckman (The Walkabouts), Dennis Cronin (Lambchop), Steve Wynn (Dream Syndicate),
Mary Lorson (Saint Low, Madder Rose) and a cast of thousands. (Reincarnate Music)
Dean
Wareham and Britta Phillips are best known for being one-half of Luna. Wareham
is also known for fronting the seminal indie band Galaxie 500. As Dean & Britta,
they have scored for films (the Academy Award-nominated The Squid and the Whale
among them) and worked with producer Tony Visconti (David Bowie, T. Rex) on their
lauded debut album, L'Avventura. Back Numbers, also produced by Visconti, picks
up where L'Avventura left off, with the spotlight on Dean & Britta's laconic,
dreamy vocal interplay on originals like Words You Used to Say and Wait for Me,
along with covers of '60s gems such as The Troggs' Our Love Will Still Be There"
and Lee Hazlewood's "You Turned My Head Around.(Rounder)
Dash
Rip Rock are the undisputed kings of Southern Country Punk! This follow-up to
Recyclone is a country punk opera based on Dante's Inferno. With spoken parts
and good ol' rock-n-roll, Dash Rip Rock tells the story of Donkey's tour of Hell
(populated by ghosts of Lynrd Skynrd and hippie jam bands) with Ol' Virg. As if
a country-punkified version of a 14th century Italian epic poem isn't over the
top, guest stars (including Mojo Nixon and Jello Biafra) guarantee that Hee Haw
Hell is a true piece de resistance (Alternative Tentacle)
Taking it's name from the foothills of Melbourne's Dandenong range, Cyndi Boste
fourth release is simultaneously her most diverse and her most retro. Taking her
songwriting cues from her childhood experiences in those foothills, Boste muses
on the frustrations of youth, love on the rocks and the woes and small rewards
of the youthfully enthusiastic working musician. Unlike her previous releases,
Boste has cast her tales decidedly into the traditional country/folk/blues/gospel
sound that was prominent on the radio when she was growing up. Her honey-rich
voice along with excellent backing and thoughtful production make Boste's fourth
release a dandy, indeed. -- Jeff Weiss, Miles of Music (Sound Valley Records)
6 years later The Dirty Truckers' Washed & Ready picks up right where its
predecessor, Bush League Romance, left off - although singer/songwriter/guitarist
Tom Baker is the only remaining member. The new DTs are bassist Jamie Griffith,
drummer Dave Foy and guitarist/vocalist Tad Overbaugh, of Kickbacks fame. When
playing live the band includes guitarist John Brookhouse and drummer Brian McElroy.
But live or on record these guys are still pumping out high-powered, low-flying
rock 'n' roll of the swaggering, twang-punk variety. The fact that Washed &
Ready was tracked in a matter of days - co-produced by Baker and Ed Valauskas
- only adds to the urgency of the affair. Guests on hand include Rich Gilbert
(Frank Black & The Catholics) on pedal-steel guitar, and Jed Parish (The Gravel
Pit), who blows a hot harp solo on one of the two cover tunes, Nick Lowe's "Raging
Eyes". The other cover is mined from their neck of the woods, "Help
You Ann", by the long-running Bostonian garage-rock band The Lyres. Overlooking
a well matched Replacements' cover this time 'round, they've opted to make a catchy,
energetic record that, like any good 'Mats disc, is meant to be played - and sounds
great - loud. -- Robinson, Miles Of Music (Diorama Records)
As
a young man, legendary guitarist and music producer Chet Atkins found a way out
of poverty when he picked up his first guitar and began to play. With exceptional
talent and determination, Atkins eventually landed in Nashville where he was considered
a pioneering force behind what would become known as 'The Nashville Sound'. Though
a performer in his own right, it was Atkins' ear for music and hit songs that
made him a highly sought-after producer. He became instrumental in crafting the
careers of such stars as Elvis Presley, Eddy Arnold, The Everly Brothers, Waylon
Jennings and Charley Pride. Featured in this documentary: Eddy Arnold/Randy Bachman
(The Guess Who)/Bobby Bare /George Benson/Suzy Bogguss/Bill Carlisle (The Carlisles)
/The Carter Family/June Carter Cash/Tommy Emmanuel/Don Everly (The Everly Brothers)/John
Fogerty/Peter Frampton/Vince Gill/Amy Grant/Steve Howe (Yes)/Waylon Jennings/Mark
Knopfler /Willie Nelson/Dolly Parton/Les Paul/Charley Pride. (MPI Home Video)
Dolly
Parton & Friends was Parton's first solo TV effort, featuring a mix of country
and popular music and comedy sketches. The show was only semi-successful in first-run
syndication; however, "Dolly" would be repeated for many years (in syndication
and later, cable) as Parton's star power rose exponentially in the late 1970s,
with sold out concerts, starring movie roles and million-selling singles that
charted on Billboard magazine's country singles and Hot 100 charts. (MPI Home
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