Big Steven Delopoulos fan?
Didn’t think so unless you’re a fan of the Dove Awards or know his part-time band Burlap to Cashmere. But after a listen to the blended influences presented on Straightjacket and you might find yourself telling friends about this Monmouth, New Jersey product (or writing a review on your own blog!) […]

Before I begin, let me state that I’m not one of the legions that worship Bruce Springsteen. I own Nebraska and like a few songs here and there, but to describe myself as an apologist would be misleading.
But recently I purchased Magic, Springsteen’s latest release, largely as a way of challenging my own stereotypes. […]

If you’ve ever met Billy Joe Shaver you know he’s affable, hard-living, and instantly your friend. Ask Shaver and he’ll tell you he feels like “everybody’s brother” and as such, has applied the same label to his latest release from Compadre Records.
The title and philosophy echo Shaver’s intense, yet accessible, approach to his spirituality. […]

It’s hard to be capture the spirit of an album in title when you’re only given the miniscule space on a CD spine. Titles like “I Swear This is the Best Album I’ve Ever Made So Please Buy 20 Copies” really don’t make the grade as a result.
Luckily, Will Kimbrough has a name synonymous […]

I once lived in central NY, far from the bustle of the city, far from the thriving music scene of the city as well. While small pockets of musicians gathered in a few places, it was mostly a wasteland of original music. Those who broke out were known well. The list, albeit […]