American Songwriter

The spirit of Mary Oliver haunts True North, the fourth album by Nashville singer-songwriter Caroline Spence. Its opening track is named after the late poet, whom Spence invokes in his moving climax: "I played Mary Oliver's Church / Yeah,…

When you boast of having one of the best voices in the world, you have the proverbial choice of the litter when it comes to who you want to cover. As such, famed singer Kelly Clarkson is able to apply her dynamic, full, and…

Hello and welcome to our regular series where we highlight our favorite new singles and clips of the week! Here we will be sharing songs from Regina Spektor, beabadoobee, Mandy Moore, Adrian Quesada and many more. So,…

american idol Power contestant Nicolina gave a heartfelt performance of a classic hit on the Top 11 episode. Dedicated to her "Nona," the singer sang a rendition of Jeff Buckley's "Hallelujah." It's a song that holds a very…

Earlier this month, former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted made headlines during an interview with the palm beach post said he had been approached by Alex Van Halen and guitarist Joe Satriani to go on a Van Halen tour.…

Michelle Malone1977 (SBS) Four out of five stars Michelle Malone makes no apologies for her independent attitude. She says her goal has always been to continually raise her bar and allow her creativity to flourish. That's…

Documentaries about Leonard Cohen, T. Rex's Marc Bolan, Lil Baby, cult rapper DOC, Detroit techno and more will premiere at 2022 Tribeca Film Festivalfrom June 8 to 19 in New York. Directed by Karam Gill, Untrapped: The Lil…

The tour stop from Garth Brooks Stadium to Music City was a long time coming. Indeed, fans have been waiting for this moment since the summer of 2021. Last July, Brooks canceled his concert in Nashville at Nissan Stadium…

The Kid LAROI has had a string of success over the past year, working with Justin Bieber and racking up millions of streams to his own music. However, on Wednesday (April 13), the 18-year-old entertainer hinted that it may not…

George Strait won his first-ever Country Music Television award on Monday night (April 11) for Performance of the Year. Her rendition of "Is Anybody Going to San Antone" from CMT Giants: Charley Pride special earned him the…

Darden Smith/western sky/independentFour out of five stars Darden Smith is an eloquent singer-songwriter, who addresses matters of the heart and a range of common circumstances with care and conviction. His last album,…

Today (April 8), the Oscars delivered their sentence for Will Smith. Actor and musician Smith is now banned from the awards show for 10 years after he slapped comedian Chris Rock on the show in March. In a statement, Smith…

We have all been there. I wonder if we should contact an ex via text or call. At this point, however, are we usually alone or do we really want to get back together with this person? This question is the subject of the new…

Alternative rock band Everclear - consisting of Art Alexakis (vocals, guitar), Davey French (guitar), Freddy Herrera (bass), Brian Nolan (drums) - celebrates 30 years together as a band with a landmark tour of the 30th…

It's rare for a cover of a song to top the original, but the cover of Manfred Mann's Earth Band's "Blinded by the Light" is an exception. The song was originally written and recorded by Bruce Springsteen for his 1973 album,…

Dove Cameron's latest single, "Boyfriendwas a happy accident of sorts. The singer-songwriter and actress had just wrapped up her tour and decided it was time to refocus on her music. Now entering music mode, Cameron listened to…

Monday night (March 28), nearly 24 hours after the Oscars in which Will Smith slapped comedian Chris Rock, the actor and musician issued an apology via social media. Smith wrote on Instagram: “Violence in all its forms is…

It may not host Peril! but LeVar Burton, the former reading rainbow star, will be in our homes during this year's Grammy telecast. That's right, Burton is set to host the Grammys' "Premiere Ceremony" before the telecast, which…

The Prince Estate has set up an interactive exhibit spanning the career of the artist, which will debut in Chicago on June 9. Prince: the immersive experience will allow participants to immerse themselves in the music and life…

Don McLean's mystical "American Pie" is one of the greatest American songs ever written. The song's lyrics, which exceed eight minutes, contain a dizzying array of references and innuendo to McLean's personal life, American…

Buckle up and check your purse strings. The Soma Labs Cosmos is the most revolutionary and fantastic creative device I have ever played. No kidding. I placed my pre-order over six months ago and never has a device been so…

New York, New York, New York! Known as the Empire State, New York is gearing up for a fun-filled summer. Some of our favorite artists are touring New York locations. Although there are too many shows in the area to count,…

Alex Cameron/Oxy Music/Secretly CanadianFour out of five stars Recorded at the start of the stop, Oxy Music offers an emphatic response to a world suddenly turned upside down and driven to the brink of hopelessness and…

A film illustrating the musical beginnings and triumphs of Billy Joel, "The Piano Man", is reported be in work. The upcoming biopic will follow Joel's early discovery years through to his standout performance and beyond.…

In the wake of criticism of rapper Travis Scott's four-tier initiative called HEAL ProjectScott's attorneys have filed new documents on the musician's behalf. According to rolling stone, In response to a motion filed…

On Sunday March 6, an impromptu violin concert from a Ukrainian bomb shelter went viral and it features a haunting sound. CNN writer Wynn Westmoreland shared the concert on Twitter, writing, “Impromptu violin concert at a…

Dark tunes have always been part of music's DNA, and REM now hold the top spot for "saddest song ever", with their 1992 hit "Everybody Hurts", according to a recent survey by OnePoll. Followed by Sinead O'Connor's "Nothing…

Amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Ukrainian metal band Jinjer also spoke out for their country and released new merchandise help raise funds to support their country. “Thank you all for your concerned messages and thank…

For Chris Brown of Elevation Worship, it feels good to be releasing music again. Brown is quick to point out that the contemporary Christian collective has never stopped releasing music - just check out their commercially and…

After facing a mass exodus of musicians following the Joe Rogan controversy, Spotify is again under fire for the way it pays artists. David Bowie's producer Tony Visconti was outspoken in his review of the platform, describing…

Band of pagans/Remote Transmissions Volume One/BOH Recordings 3.5 out of five stars When an artist or a group chooses to make a cover collection, it can be interpreted in different ways. It could mean that they are simply…

Van Halen's first six multi-platinum albums will receive a high-quality sound overhaul by Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab. The company, which focuses on high-quality reissues, will release the work exclusively limited to 10,000…

Sarah Borgestogether alone(Blue corn music)3 1/2 out of 5 stars Fans of American singer/songwriter/rocker Sarah Borges will quickly notice the absence of her Broken Singles backing unit anywhere in the credits of her first new…

GRAEthe new single"To forget you” arrives in the season of love where the energy of Valentine's Day still emanates through the last days of the month. And for GRAE, the single is a reminder not to romance things for romance's…

Songs germinate in different ways for Rob Thomas. Often he will hear a melody, like a radio broadcast in his head, before finding the right words. Thomas has been writing since forming Matchbox Twenty in the early 90s until the…

Miranda Lambert is on the morning of the loss of her longtime guitarist Scotty Wray (brother of 90s country singer Collin Raye), whom she met at age 17. Wray, who was battling heart problems, died on Friday, February 18.…

Sport and music are intimately linked. Everyone needs a hype-up song, a game anthem, a walk-up song. And when it comes to world-class athletes, no one knows the importance of song better than Olympians. For the 2022 Winter…

British pop-rock band Bastille presented a vibrant performance of their new song "Shut Off the Lights" on The Late Late Show with James Corden. "Shut Off the Lights", a fast-paced, euphoric track, was originally released in…

British singer/songwriter Conor Maynard has just released his own version of Whitney Houston's "I Wanna Dance With Somebody," taking the ultimate party song and completely transforming it. The fast-paced, danceable original…

Oh, what a night for Lauren Alaina. The 27-year-old country singer was officially inducted and welcomed as a new member of the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday night (February 12) by her friend/mentor Trisha Yearwood. To kick off…

When you put electronic (Viberate) producer Ben Böhmer and Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist/composer/bandleader Rob Moose (Bon Iver, Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers, FKA Twigs) in a room, adding production whimsical music from…

If "We don't talk about Bruno" hadn't gotten stuck in your head after seeing Encanta, it's probably now. With a salsa-inspired melody and compelling lyrics about the mysterious Bruno, the song is not just an internet sensation,…

Britney Spencer been making waves on the country music scene for years, but she's reaching new heights as 2022 approaches. Set to begin her first headlining tour and work on her debut album, Spencer promises an exciting year…

Myles Lloyd, an R&B artist from Montreal, Canada, the newest in real life, To you for evertakes on an autobiographical twist as it stems from real-life events and narrates saying goodbye, but always keeping the memories,…

Following their debut album, Nothing is happeningthe Los Angeles-based alternative trio wallow sought to develop their gender-fluid style. So in the few years since their debut, the band have explored their sound through…

Oh what a chain of events Neil Young started. Late last month, the legendary singer-songwriter wrote a letter about his doubts about Spotify and his popular podcast from host Joe Rogan, which he posted on his website.…

K-pop sensation Jimin was hospitalized with acute appendicitis after experiencing abdominal pain and a sore throat. The BTS member underwent successful surgery on Monday morning (January 30), but received a positive Covid PCR…

The pirate-themed bar in Lynnwood, Washington, Vessel Taphouse, a rock club for indie bands, joked about patrons catching COVID-19 and the bar made a ton of headlines. But for the wrong reasons. The venue posted on social…

The past few years have been a remarkable journey for rising country star Maggie Baugh, who shared the stage with country superstars like Luke Bryan, Kane Brown, Luke Combs and Trace Adkins until her viral hit, "Think About Me,"…

Christone "Kingfish" Ingram just announced four special guests as the opening act for his 662 Juke Joint Live Tour, which is slated to kick off in March. Rissi Palmer, Maggie Rose, Camille Parker and Brittney Spencer will join…

John MayallThe sun is shining(Forty below the records)3 1/2 out of 5 stars It's been a long, long journey/And I don't have time to stop/It's been so good so far/Not bad for an old Brit, sings blues legend John Mayall on the…

Walrus Audio only appeared on my radar about 5 years ago after ten years in business, but they caught my attention because of the thoughtful and very useful devices they make. They obviously play music themselves and listen to…

Welcome back to our ongoing series where we share with you some of our favorite songs and music videos that have been released this week. In our latest episode, discover tracks from Leon Bridges, Debbie Gibson, Death Valley…

Americana band The Head and the Heart has announced the band's upcoming 2022 tour, which will officially kick off May 20 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Joining the group will be musical acts Shakey Graves, Dawes and Jade Bird.…

If it wasn't for Kelly Clarkson, what would we be doing during the pandemic? His recent videos, including Kelloke's latest performance, have been a big help during this time of sedentary confusion. We know it's not just us.…

With album titles like Sinners like me, strangers and Mr. Misunderstood, Eric Church is trying to tell us something. Often overlooked by insiders for mainstream accolades (despite recently winning 2020 CMA Artist of the Year)!-->…

Revolutionary singer, songwriter and musician Joy Oladokun is featured on the latest episode of the acclaimed “Song Exploder” podcast discussing his song “look up.” Listen HERE. "look up" is from Oladokun's acclaimed debut album, In…

Foo Fighters released the first official trailer for their new horror movie STUDIO 666, released on February 25, featuring cameos by Lionel Ritchie and Slayer guitarist Kerry King. Filmed in the house where the band recorded…

Thank goodness for Kelly Clarkson. No matter how your day goes, good or bad, from top to bottom, there's the smiling singer there to deliver her vocal prowess on original songs and covers we know well. And today, it's no…

Pacific Drums and Percussion (PDP) offers two new drums in its Concept Select range. With a shallower shell than the original 6.5 × 14-inch Concept Select metal snares launched in 2020, the new 5.5 × 14-inch Concept Select is…

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A documentary on the life of the late heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio is slated for release in 2022, nearly two years after the film was first revealed. Co-directed by Demian Fenton and Don Argott, who have worked together…

Well it's officially 2022. We made it last year and if you're like us you're ready for a new calendar and 12 months of great music - music to help you celebrate, music to help you celebrate, music to help you celebrate. help you…

Celebrity pop star Kylie Minogue with help from electro-pop group Years & Years released Jodie Harsh's new remixed version of her song "A Second to Midnight" ahead of New Years Eve. The 53-year-old Australian artist…

In Seattle, KEXP 90.3 FM is a household name. Independent radio, which has millions of fans and followers, is also a global phenomenon. And one of the stars of the song is Eva Walker. Walker, who also leads the Seattle rock…

Four months after initially testing positive for the Covid-19 virus, Kiss singer / guitarist Paul Stanley tested positive a second time, this time with the Omicron variant. In addition, his entire family has also tested positive.…

Perhaps no artist before or since has oozed the amount or quality of sexuality as The Doors frontman Jim Morrison. Shirtless, eyes riveted on your soul, neck bent, locks of curly lion's mane hair, the guy had this. So it's no…

As Christmas approaches, Carly Pearce got into the holiday spirit with an appearance on CBS this morning. The "Never Wanted to Be That Girl" singer stopped by the show, hosted by Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson, to…

Billy Conway, drummer for the critically acclaimed rock band Morphine, died on December 19 at the age of 65. The drummer's death was confirmed by Jeffrey Foucault via Rolling stone. Foucault was a friend and a member of Conway's…

With just three shows to close a month-long residency instead of New York Brooklyn Steel, LCD Soundsystem has canceled remaining dates following the upsurge in COVID-19 cases around the new Omicron variant. "You've all spoken,…

Miranda Lambert, aka the extraordinary animal lover, uses her powers for good. If you know Lambert you know she has a special place in her heart for all animals and stands up for those furry friends who can't speak for…

In August of this year, the Grammy-winning folk singer / songwriter Joni mitchell was named MusiCares Personality of the Year. “I am honored to have been chosen as person of the year by this great charity,” Mitchell said in a…

Joan Osborne releases a collection of unreleased demos and studio radio recordings titled Radio waves (Womanly Hips Records), released February 22, 2022. The singer and songwriter unearthed recordings long lost after she…

Home Free will perform on Thursday, March 3 at the Walker Theater. This show is for all ages and starts at 8 p.m. with doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $ 39.50. All price points will increase by $ 3 on the day of…

I was admittedly behind in the IK Multimedia software game, but soon after I became a full-fledged and enthusiastic follower. Frankly, their software visual interfaces are not only some of the most enjoyable to use, but are also…

Jack White has revealed the dates for his 2022 The Supply Chain Issues Tour, a two-month show series starting March 9 and ending April 24, spanning across North America, Europe and the UK. Produced by Live Nation, the tour…

Fender has had great success with its line of Acoustasonic guitars since its initial launch in 2010. This is an evolutionary progression as Fender followed the Telecaster with the Stratocaster and eventually the Jazzmaster…

ABBA sued the British ABBA MANIA tribute for trademark infringement. In a December 3 complaint, the Swedish pop quartet claimed the cover band intentionally misleads fans into believing they are approved by the real ABBA,…

"Born This Way" is a historic song for Lady Gaga known as an uplifting song for the LGBTQ community. The songwriting process came easy for this artist, who confirmed that she wrote this hit in about 10 minutes. American singer…

Lindsay Love, singer of the Seattle-based band, Brooklyn Jaws, says that the last track of her group, "Fever", deals with "facets of being a woman who has always been frowned upon by society". Tell us more! Love says of the…

The Recording Academy withdrew Marilyn Manson's nomination for Best Rap Song for "Jail," a song he helped co-write on Kanye West's recent album Donda. Manson is still in contention for a Grammy for Album of the Year for Donda.…

Hello everyone! Welcome to the last day of leftover Thanksgiving. We hope you've eaten all the macaroni and cheese, turkey, stuffing / dressing and whatever was left of Thursday's feast. Now it's time to boogie! So, let's go…

A whiff of nostalgia hit Pip Brown, returning to Los Angeles, a place she had called home for many years. The New Zealand artist, better known as Ladyhawke, had returned to work on a new album, her first in nearly a decade, and…

Reba McEntire is just full of surprises. Like his Christmas movie, Christmas in tune aired on Lifetime Friday night (November 26), the nation's legend was in Durant, Oklahoma, performing on his show. It was around this time that…

Luke Combs, who seems to stumble over the No.1 hits these days and was recently dubbed the CMA Artist of the Year, performed on Thanksgiving Day (November 24) at AT&T Stadium at halftime of the Dallas Cowboys and Las Vegas…

Famous Native American singer-songwriter Joanne Shenandoah has diedThrough The Associated Press24 November 2021, 01:19• 2 minutes to readShare on FacebookShare on twitterEmail this articleJoanne Shenandoah, the famous Native American…

Adele shocked the world when she announced her fourth studio album, 30. The record's subsequent release on November 19 quickly catapulted Adele's fanfare to astronomical levels. Giving even more to his fans, the London…

LOS ANGELES (KABC) - Buffy Sainte-Marie was the first Indigenous person to win an Oscar. And now at 80, she's still going strong as a longtime singer, songwriter, songwriter and activist and trailblazer who has been called "disruptive to…

Christmas Queen Mariah Carey has certainly delivered this holiday season - the singer has already released a new collaborative single called "Fall In Love At Christmas" - and she's just getting started. "I'm going all out all…

Wednesday morning (November 17), the mother of modern rock groups, Foo Fighters, teased the new music video for the single "Love Dies Young" from their tenth studio album, Medicine at midnight… And in the lead role is a familiar…

Canadian singer-songwriter and producer known as Grimes (née Claire Boucher) recently announced the formation of her “AI girl group”, called NPC. Grimes shared that members of this group "can be elected or excluded, with the…

The 55th Annual CMA Awards honored the best of the best in country music on Wednesday night (November 10). Streamed live from Bridgestone Arena, the nation's top performers saw the night, such as Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs,…

On Monday night (November 8), Fort Myers Florida-born singer Ryleigh Plank performed Whitney Houston's energetic song "I'm Your Baby Tonight" for NBC's The voice playoffs, representing his coach, Ariana Grande. After the…

After his second album, Human The Double Album, debuted as Best New Country Album last month, Cody Johnson is announcing new dates for his 2022 tour. The 10-date trek will begin January 22 in Highland Heights, Ky., With stops…

It has been five years since Leonard cohen made his signature exit from the world of the living - the Canadian poet and songwriter passed away on November 7, 2016, a day before the 2016 presidential election and two weeks after…

Coming home means something different at certain times in your life. For Justin Sullivan, it's a continuously mixed bag of emotions on “For A While”. “'For A While' is a reflection on a house and what a homecoming could mean…

The estate of Tupac Shakur recently announced the opening of an exhibition in honor of the late rapper. The museum exhibition, entitled Tupac Shakur. Wake me up when i'm free, will first open in Los Angeles on January 21 and…

As dedicated Radiohead fans know, "Follow Me Around" has been a part of the band's unofficial canon since 1998, when the song appeared in the tour documentary. Meeting people is easy. Other than a film appearance and various live…

One of the most popular movies this time of year for people of all ages is Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas. It's scary and joyful in a magic pot bubbling with cinematic magic. And on Friday (October 29), fans got to…

Today (October 29), Grammy-winning rapper Macklemore released his new song, "Next Year", featuring singer Windsor. The track also marks the first collaboration between Macklemore and his longtime musical partner, Grammy-winning…