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Bywater Call - Broken Souvenirs
Bywater Call is a powerhouse seven-piece crew out of Toronto that’s been tearing up the Southern soul and roots-rock scene since 2017. Fronted by Meghan Parnell’s raw, whiskey-and-honey vocals and Dave Barnes’ greasy slide guitar work, these guys…
Continue Reading »Nacho Castanon
Born: Madrid, Spain Genre Style: Chirigota Punk One Hand Man's Band is basically the sonic mad-science project of Nacho, an underground musician from Madrid, Spain, who decided he didn't need a full lineup to make a ton of…
Continue Reading »New Feature - Check the side bar - Great streaming album - This week's Artist Ingrid Jensen
Ingrid Jensen Born: North Vancouver, B.C. January 12, 1966 Genre Style: Jazz Ingrid Jensen has been hailed as one of the most gifted trumpeters of her generation. As a sought-out teacher, collaborator, and soloist, it is easy to…
Continue Reading »New Feature - Check the side bar - Great streaming album - This week's Artist Henrik Freischlader
Henrik Freischlader Born: Wuppertal, West Germany November 3, 1982 Genre Style: Blues, blues rock, jazz, funk, soul Henrik Freischlader is a standout German blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter who has spent two decades building a massive reputation in…
Continue Reading »💿 ALBUM REVIEW: Sherri Harding - Storyland
Soul singer Sherri Harding released her newest album, Storyland, on June 5, 2026, through Instant Replay Music. Following up on her previous record, A Million Pieces, this release marks a continuation of her career, offering a collection of…
Continue Reading »Olli Soikkeli
I've been watching Olli Soikkeli's work for a couple of years and his hot jazz style is mesmerizing. Born in Nurmes, Finland and based in NYC, Soikkeli was introduced to the music of great Django Reinhardt and Gypsy…
Continue Reading »Nicky T And The Snake Charmers - Ain't Wasting Time - New Release Review
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Ain't Wasting Time, from Nicky T And The Snake Charmers and it's dripping blues, soul and R&B music. Opening with Magic Sam's, That's All I Need, Nicky…
Continue Reading »James Buddy Rogers - Covered In Blues - New Release Review
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Covered In Blues, by James Buddy Rogers and it's straight forward solid blues. Opening with Bad Boy, James Buddy Rogers lays down a solid 8 bar track…
Continue Reading »Pour Soul Records artist: Johnny Max and His So Called Friends - New Release Review
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Johnny Max and His So Called Friends and it's a great blend of NO blues, country, rock and a big pot of fun. Opening with You Can…
Continue Reading »Jon Hines - Memphis Sun - New Release Review
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Memphis Sun, from Jon Hines and I really like it. Opening with title track, Memphis Sun, Jon Hines lays down a solid boogie featuring Cameron Palmer on…
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