On The Deep and the Dirty, roots-rock pioneer and contemporary guitar star Eric Johanson uses the blues as a foundation for a more aggressive, expansive sound. Together with producer Jesse Dayton (Rob Zombie, Supersuckers) and a tight power trio, the Louisiana native unleashes a barrage of razor-sharp lyricism and ferocious fretwork. Four solo recordings that all appeared in the Top... read full bio
Pedigo has lived many lives, having been homeschooled in Amarillo, Texas by his truck-stop preacher father; run for Amarillo City Council, as documented by Jasmine Stodel's SXSW-premiering, PBS-acquired film Kid Candidate—and struck up pen-friendships and collaborative partnerships with the likes of Terry Allen, Charles Hayward (This Heat), Werner "Zappi" Diermaier (Faust) and Tim Heidecker. He relocated from Amarillo to Lubbock, which... read full bio
Uncle Lucius is back in the studio. After a five-year sabbatical, the band returned to select locations around the country to perform soul, job and thunder. Uncle Lucius of South Austin is a dream created by five sonic mercenaries, a clarion call to arms for sincere believers. It's the voice that shakes you out of your slumber, grabs you by the shoulders and yells,... read full bio
It's typical to hear the phrase "country music ain't like it used to be" when modern influences broaden the genre's boundaries. With timeless sounds that bring to mind Texas dancehalls, the boom of the rodeo and jukebox ballads with a cool drink in hand, Zach Top is revitalizing the spirit of '90s traditionalists like George Strait, Keith Whitley and Randy Travis. For... read full bio
The Castellows, a neo-traditional country music trio, are giving the term "family tradition" a literal meaning. The sisters that make up the band—Ellie on lead guitar, Powell on banjo, and Lily on vocals—are from a small, rural Georgia town named Georgetown, although they now reside in Nashville. The Castellows have a classic yet contemporary sound. In addition to sharing the... read full bio
Midnight River Choir's formation was nothing short of a force of nature, which now communicates flawlessly throughout their live presentations. Labels and comparisons are unnecessary for this band. Their music says a lot about who they are and what they stand for. Their lives have been intertwined by a powerful thread of energy both on and off stage. That energy... read full bio
Simon Clow of 604 Records has continued to forge his own path in Canadian country music ever since embarking on a quest to rediscover his origins, all the while being loyal to himself. Clow's sound has continued to develop and change, particularly when it comes to songwriting. This sound has had an impact on the musician's daily life as well... read full bio
The Oklahoma- and Texas-based band Cam Allen has swiftly ascended through the Midwest's country music ranks. Cam has headlined multiple sold-out events and performed on stage alongside some of the best musicians in the nation, including Dustin Lynch, Randy Rogers, Chris Cagle, Corey Kent and Mike Ryan. Cam blends his roots in south side Oklahoma with a distinctive Nashville sound. Cam's music... read full bio
Every now and again a band emerges that defies description and Feed the Dog is one of those bands. This dynamic band, who are from the Midwest, skillfully combines a wide range of musical styles, such as jam, bluegrass, soul, funk and Americana, to create a sound that is all their own. A sophisticated and emotional lyrical sensibility, focused on creating vivid... read full bio
The highly skilled players behind Hot Buttered Rum, a sophisticated, left-coast string quartet, combine their passion for bluegrass, folk, jazz and soul to create an enthralling blend of Americana. The song's two conflicting writers' voices are framed by a combination of guitar, banjo, mandolin, percussion, keyboards, and string bass, creating a dance party that has its roots in Appalachia and stretches... read full bio
Sadie Bass is a singer-songwriter of country music who was raised in Bath, Michigan, a tiny town. Sadie played sports, went hunting and went fishing outside for a large portion of her early years. She gave her softball scholarship and left college to focus entirely on her music career. She moved to Nashville after gaining a sizable following on social media and... read full bio
Grace Bowers uses raw riff-craft and flowing fretwork to convey emotion. For the guitarist and band leader, chords and leads convey feelings rather than just words. That explains why she has subtly become known as a mysterious musical presence in addition to being a phenomenon on her preferred instrument. Because of this, she has attracted the attention of many people, including Rolling... read full bio
The Shenandoah River rumbles over old stones in the shallows, creating a sound. It performs music the way it used to—plainly and honestly. Before you proceed to the hills and hollers, buckle that belt without any nonsense. The Low Water Bridge Band is there, beneath the Virginia moon. The band's romping, stomping, country-grass Americana isn't for the timid, having been forged... read full bio
For the first time, Martin Harley, Daniel Kimbro and Sam Lewis work together on a slow-cooked, carefree record that sounds like an early American songbook, traveling from Knoxville to Nashville via Hertfordshire. Produced using an old-fashioned method at Wow & Flutter studios—writing songs in the morning and rolling the tape in the afternoon—the CD showcases the Appalachian origins of Daniel, the... read full bio
Before she could even speak, Royale Lynn was singing, so she gave up riding her pony and moved to Nashville with a guitar. Billboard described the country music artist as "a ferocious newcomer with ceiling scraping vocals" and she has amassed millions of views on social media by herself. Additionally, Billboard designated her as one of its "Emerging Artists." Six million... read full bio
Ben Morrison of The Brothers Comatose and Erika Tietjen of T Sisters came together to form the intriguing folk duo TERRIER. Their artistic adventure together began during the difficult days of the pandemic, when creativity and resiliency were most required. They were partners in life as well as on stage. As fate would have it, the concept for TERRIER began to... read full bio
The Pink Stones, who match their frontman's extensive musical vocabulary while putting their own spin on spacey honkytonk, pedal-to-the-metal trucker anthems, and ecstatic gospel, are almost entirely composed of Athens musicians who play in other bands around town (including former members of the Drive-By Truckers and the Glands). They embrace the spirit of artistic independence that has fueled the local... read full bio
Wyatt Ellis, who was up not far from the Great Smoky Mountains, first heard the mandolin during Bobby Osborne's famous solo on the Osborne Brothers' timeless bluegrass song, "Rocky Top." It was the Tennessee bluegrass anthem that Wyatt first heard as a young child and decided to learn how to play the mandolin. It was difficult for him to find... read full bio
United States-born, Ole 60 is a gifted musician who has established himself in the rock world, specifically in the pop rock subcontinent. Ole 60 has captured the hearts and minds of fans all throughout the country with their distinctive blend of vibrant performances and captivating music. Ole 60 is renowned for their ability to connect with their audience through genuine emotion... read full bio
Cameron Cruce was raised throughout Central and East Africa after being born in Atlanta, Georgia, and he traveled extensively throughout his early years to experience a variety of musical, linguistic, and cultural influences. By the time he turned eighteen, he had lived in fifteen different countries, spoke three languages fluently, and had firsthand experience with the brutal reality of living... read full bio
