In offering up a dazzling blend of jazz-inspired, horn-driven funk and groove, Blue Mode’s release “Space Race” encapsulates a broad spectrum of different genres and then quite frankly, redefines them.
The 7 tracks of “Out of the Dark” from BYOG summon the spirit of the highway and road trips with its layered jams, strong guitar, and thoughtful, measured lyrics.
In blending various tender elements, cogent songwriting, and moments of guitar-infused bluster, Urban Soil’s debut “Dig Deeper” offers many different, satisfying styles to chew on.
With 10 tracks of spirited guitar, confident vocals, and an elusive, wistful approach to songwriting, David Dixon’s self-titled album features many differing moods and styles of presentation.
With an alluring combination of smoky, guitar-driven funk and crooner’s soul, the seven tracks of the Heritage’s “Systematically” will prove to be a stellar, addictive introduction.
Darlene Love or maybe it was Lisa Fischer told a story about being asked to sing back up for a British Band. While watching the band perform she noticed two things: the guy was flailing around like an old...
Homonculus is composed of 10 instrumentals that work together well to make a full, balanced composition. Many instrumental albums, some with intent and others without chance, often drag and feel like one long...
Microclimates, by Brushfire Stankgrass, immediately triggered thoughts of something by Jazz Mandolin Project as the album cranked up, but it quickly jutted into something equally as marvelous during bluegrass,...