SPOTLIGHT: Far-seer [ESSAY]
Editor’s Note: Mon Rovîa, whose debut LP Bloodline is out today via Nettwerk, is No Depression’s Spotlight Artist for January 2026 and we’re thrilled to share this personal, poetic piece on his release day. Stay tuned all
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Brit Taylor Readies New Album “Land of the Forgotten”
You better not get caught rattling off the names of insurgent country artists from the great state of Kentucky and omit Brit Taylor. She might be based in Nashville now, but Kentucky bleeds into everything.
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REVIEW: Tom Paxton & John McCutcheon “Together Again”
Tom Paxton & John McCutcheon – Together Again It’s always refreshing to hear new music from an 88-year-old Tom Paxton (vocals/harmony vocals) who decided to record with a 73-year-old youngster like John McCutcheon (vocals/guitar/harmony vocals/banjo). The 14-song showcase Together Again (Drops Jan 9/Applesongs/53:06) was produced by John with Bob Dawson. The songs touch upon the […]
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Tom Petty ‘Wildflowers’ Releases Take His Legacy To A Higher Place
Tom Petty’s greatest achievement might have been coming off as a regular guy. His laidback persona and accessible catalog made it easy for millions of fans to forge a bond with the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, who would have turned 75 on October 20, 2025.
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