Kelly Clarkson’s Label Didn’t Want to Cut Her Biggest Hit
Kelly Clarkson says that music industry executives originally brushed off her songwriting talent after she came from ‘American Idol.’ Continue reading…
Favorite Albums of 2025: Readers’ Picked
Favorite Albums of 2025: Readers’ Pick! Our readers voted for their favorite albums of 2024, and here are the results! Congratulations! We will also add a song from each from the top 12 albums to our New Americana Music playlist. What a wonderful year of new music!! Thanks for voting. Check back and see our […]
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Interview: Andy Falco of The Infamous Stringdusters on Their Prolific “20/20” Album
Andy Falco / Infamous Stringdusters photo by Daniel Milchev Andy Falco of The Infamous Stringdusters on Their Prolific 20/20 Album and 20 Years of Staying Genuine The Infamous Stringdusters are celebrating 20 years since they banded together, as experienced side-men, to create their own innovative music. Along with that comes a very special album, titled […]
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REVIEW: Duke Robillard & His All-Star Band “Blast Off!”
Duke Robillard & His All-Star Band – Blast Off Two-time Grammy Award nominee & 4-time Blues Music Award winner Duke Robillard kicks off his label debut with Nola Blue with his 12-track self-produced Blast Off! (Dropped February 20/Nola Blue Records/52:09). This album was recorded in East Greenwich, RI. & the Rhode Island native Duke Robillard […]
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REVIEW: The Naked Sun “Mirror In The Hallway”
The Naked Sun – Mirror In The Hallway This Philadelphia band’s quickened in the pores & bones with jangly guitars, narrative lyrics, & juiced by some psychedelic spice. Nice contrasts. The new album was produced by Brian McTear (electric guitar/bgv) & Amy Morrissey (bgv) at Minor Street Recordings in Philly. Ten songs hang beside the […]
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ALBUM REVIEW: With ‘Let Us Clap’ Lamisi Celebrates the Traditional and the Au Courant
Ghanaian activist, poet, and musician Lamisi (assisted by producer Wanlov the Kubolor) merges pop, protest, and an attunement to the ephemeral nature of life. Built around catchy melodies, club-ready beats, and lush textures, Let Us Clap spotlights Lamisi’s affinity for the au courant and reverence for the traditional.
Unbroken Circle Festival Unveils BIG 2026 Lineup
Madison, Indiana just over the Kentucky border, and right on the Ohio River is just about one of the best small towns in America to visit. And what better time to take it in than during the Unbroken Circle Festival.
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THROUGH THE LENS: ‘Blonde On Blonde’ Tribute, Molly Tuttle, and Other Photos of the Week
This week’s column features recent photos taken by ND photographers at a variety of shows. The highlight for me is those taken by Astrida Valigorsky this past Friday, February 20, 2026, at Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa, Oklahoma celebrating the 60th anniversary of Bob Dylan’s
Cat Clyde on Working at a Horse Farm and Learning As You Go
Cat Clyde talks about breaking down in rural Quebec, seeking out protein and carbs while touring, and her various rehearsal spaces.
Song Premiere: The Pinkerton Raid “They Were The Children”
The Pinkerton Raid “They Were The Children” Americana Highways is hosting this premiere of The Pinkerton Raid’s song “They Were The Children” from their forthcoming album, which is set for release in the fall. This song, though, will be available on February 27th. The album was produced by David Wimbish with James Phillips; engineered and […]
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