2020 Favorite Albums
Letter To You : Bruce Springsteen
“A return to the beloved E street band sound, the best record since The River.”
En Espanol The Mavericks
“The Miami Based Western swing band delivers a set of romantic music with the amazing vocals from Raul Malo all in Spanish for the first time, breathtaking.”
So Much Trouble : David Rotundo
“This album is the epitome of the type of achievement like-minded creatives can accomplish and a milestone in careers of both Rotundo as an emerging recording artist and Lee Oskar as a producer who shared a common dream.
Below Sea Level : Eric Johansen
“This strong sophomore release Below Sea Level from Eric Johanson, will surely cast him as a rising star in the Blues and Southern Rock scene and help secure his place in the next pantheon of guitar gods.”
Victor Wainwright and the Train : Memphis Loud
“The ,Winner of the B.B King Entertainer of the Year Award, singer songwriter and keyboardist could have rested on his laurels and given us a standard Blues album but instead chose to show off the full force of the group’s talents and instrumental prowess on this far-reaching ,dynamic Blues symphony.”
Starting Over : Chris Stapleton
“Stapleton is simply the best songwriter in a generation. While the album is dropped into the Country category the music covers the spectrum with its heart deep in the Blues.”
Good Souls Better Angels : Lucinda Williams
“Everyone wants Lucinda to be happy, but we like her better when she’s pissed off, on the incendiary release she is raging, and it is glorious.”
Old Girl : Lisa Mann
“The EP Old Girl from Lisa Mann marks a place of confident introspection from a seasoned artist who knows herself and her sense of purpose, fashioned into a concise and to the point musical novelette.”
The Devil May Care : Avey Grouws Band
“The group’s powerful mix of midwestern muscle and southern charm is reflected in the passionate powerful and playful music of the strong debut album. “
“Idaho born John Nameth made that trek moving to Memphis Tennessee from the West Coast in 2013, entrenching himself in the cities rich and historic musical scene. With the support and partnerships, he gained there, Stronger Than Strong represents a fine benchmark in the tireless working blues man’s career.”