This special episode is part one of the Best of Americana Music Show 2016. On this episode I feature albums #27- #1. I’m gonna count them down on this episode so you can hear the best of this year’s americana. You can see the entire list at https://americanamusicshow.com/bestof2016.

This special episode is part one of the Best of Americana Music Show 2016. On this episode I feature all of the honorable mentions plus albums #40 through #28. I’m gonna count them down on this episode so you can hear the best of this year’s americana. You can see the entire list at https://americanamusicshow.com/bestof2016.

On Americana Music Show #331, Becky Warren tells the mostly true story behind the story arc on her album War Surplus, talks about her solo career and plays three tracks from the album.

Also on this episode, I’ve got a sneak peek at the upcoming Band Of Heathens album, some great rock & roll from Heath Green, Mark Porkchop Holder, & Matt North. Plus more new music from Blair Crimmins, The Crawdaddies, Pickxen and Les Claypool’s Duo De Twang.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode331

On Americana Music Show #330, Lucy & Wayne from Hymn For Her play tracks from Drive Til U Die and talk about recording in an airstream, their inter-generational song, and where to get free coffee on the road.

Also on this week’s episode, I have that new album from Pickxen, plus the new album from Biscuit Miller and an awesome new album from Eight O’Five Jive. I’ve also got more new music from The Bruce, The Crawdaddies, Arty Hill, and Blue Rodeo.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode330

On Americana Music Show #329, Peter Davies and Gabi Monk of the Good Intentions play three tracks from The Long Unbroken Line and talk about their songwriting, the appeal of Americana in the UK, and joy of house concerts.

Also on this week’s episode, I’ve got the new albums from Delbert McClinton, The Crawdaddies, AJ Hobbs, Tex Smith, and newcomer josh Swensen. Plus I’ve got more new music from Porchlight Apothecary, Jim Lauderdale, & The Piedmont Melody Makers. I’ve also got James McMurtry covering Adam Carroll, a roots rock track from The Bruce, and a whole lot more...

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode329

On Americana Music Show #328, Owen Campbell plays tracks from Breathing Bullets and talks about his time busking on the streets all over the world and his US tour.

I’ve also got the new Blue Rodeo album and the new Piedmont Melody Makers album. I’ve also got new music from Washboard Hank, & Tom Rhodes. I’ve also got more new music from Pete Sinjin, Jack Grelle, Becky Warren, and Seth Walker.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode328

On Americana Music Show #327, Cris Jacobs plays tracks from Dust To Gold and talks about creating a sense of immediacy in a song, what songwriters do, and his upcoming tour.

Also on this week’s episode I’ve got that new album from Jamestown Revival, a track from that Adam Carroll tribute album. I’ve also got new music from Nathan Bell, Jeffrey Foucault, Tom Rhodes and Balsam Range. Plus I’ve got more new music from Jack Grelle, Courtney Granger, Southern Culture On The Skids, Hymn For Her, and a classic track from Uncle Tupelo.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode327

On Americana Music Show #326, Arty Hill plays tracks from Live: Church On Saturday night and talks about getting into country music growing up, his double band line up, and his songwriting secret sauce. 

Also this week I’ve got the debut album from Becky Warren, plus new music from Courtney Granger, Pete Sinjn and Wayne “The Train” Hancock. Plus I’ve got more new music from Aaron Lee Tasjan, Southern Culture On The Skids, Joe Rut, and classic tracks from Bruce Springsteen, Steve Earle, and the Allman Brothers.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode326

On Americana Music Show #325, Tom Cusimano and Laura Marion play three tracks from The Walcotts’ Let The Devil Win and tell the story behind the band’s name and talk about what it takes to keep such a large band together.

Also this week I’ve got the new Jim Lauderdale album, which makes me very happy. I’ve also got the new Jack Grelle album, the new Lawn Chair Kings album and the Aaron Lee Tasjan album. I’ve also got more from the Drive-by Truckers, Karen Jonas, Owen Campbell, Southern Culture On The Skids, and that Steve Earle reissue.

On Americana Music Show #324, Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms play tracks from Innocent Road talk about the Portand country music scene, playing Prairie Home Companion, and singing like a classic country duet.

Also this week I’m excited to add the 30th Anniversary reissue of Steve Earle’s Guitar Town album into rotation. I’ve also got the new Nora Jones album and more new music from the Drive-by Truckers, Shovels & Rope, Bruce Springsteen, a classic Howlin’ Wolf song, The Good intentions, and Karen Jonas.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode324

On Americana Music Show #323, Eli Paperboy Reed plays three tracks from My Way Home tells the story behind his stage name, talks about his favorite gospel singers and gives the listeners homework.

On this week’s episode I’m excited to bring you the UK band The Good Intentions, plus a new album from Cris Jacobs, and the new Mike Zito album. Plus I’ve got more new music from The Drive-by Trucker, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Weir, The Stray Birds, Shovels & Rope, and Owen Campbell.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode322

On Americana Music Show #322, Karen Jonas plays three tracks from Country Songs, tells the story behind the title track and her slide into the twangy side of life and talks about her Shakesperean country song.

Also this week, I’ve got the new Bob Weir album, the new Southern Culture On The Skids album, and I’m very excited to bring you the new Karen Jonas album. MPlus more music from the Drive-by Truckers, The Stray Birds, Bruse Springsteen, Reckless Kelly, and Shovels & Rope.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode322

Americana Music Show #321 is a bonus episode of the Americana Music Show sponsored by Howlin’ Dog Records. That’s Howlin’ without the g Dog Records Dot Com featuring music from Alamosa to Austin & Beyond. Howlin Dog Records specializes in original Americana, folk, country, and roots music in the southwestern tradition from both emerging and veteran artists

On this bonus episode I’ve got an awesome interview with two Texas Troubadours, Mr. Shake Russell and Mr. Michael Hearne. We’ll get to hear the stories from their decades of traveling the southwest and playing their tunes and we’ll get to hear how their music careers are intertwined.

Also on this Howlin’ Dog Records bonus episode, I’ve got music from Don Conoscenti, The Rifters, Ry Taylor, 2-Bit Palomino, Bob Livingston, and Bob Cheevers.
You can get the playlist for this episode, links to the music and more information about Howlin' Dog Records at

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode321

On Americana Music Show #320, Seth Walker plays three tracks from Gotta Get Back & talks about his North Carolina roots, how he ended up in the Big Easy, and working with Jano Rixx.

This week I’ve got an unusual track from Bruce Springsteen. See if you can recognize it! I’ve also got the new Stray Birds album, Arty Hill’s first live album ever, and a blues rock album from Liz Mandeville. I’ve also got more music from that Drive-by Truckers album, Reckless Kelly, The Walcotts, Joanna Connor, and Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode320

On Americana Music Show #319, Dave Wilson of Chatham County Line plays tracks from Autumn and tells the band’s origin story, talks about playing to the fan base and laments cell phones at shows.

Also this episode I’ve got the new Drive-by Truckers album, the new Shovels & Rope album and more new music from Tim Easton, Sarah Jarosz Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt. Plus I’ve got a Nitty Gritty Dirt Band live reunion album.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode319

On Americana Music Show #318, Michael Rank plays three tracks from Red Hand and talks about listening to early folk rock through his sister’s bedroom door & how he produces his albums.

This week I’ve got new rock & roll from music from Reckless Kelly, blues from Lil’ Ed and the Blues Imperials, americana fom 3hatrio, plus more music from The Walcotts, Reagan Boggs, and Seth Walker.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode318

On Americana Music Show #317, Dustin Arbuckle plays tracks from Promised Land Or Bust and talks about bonding with his Dad over the blues, why he plays harmonica, & how he met Aaron Moreland.

Also this week, I’ve got some great blues rock from Own Campbell, the new Walcotts album, I’ve got a track from the Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris reissue. I’ve got that new bluegrass album from John McEuen too. Plus more tracks from Dale Watson, Dex Romweber, Seth Walker, Tim Easton and Chatham County Line.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode317

On Americana Music Show #316, Ben Todd of Lonesome Shack plays three tracks from The Switcher and tells the story behind the band’s name, talks about his North Mississippi blues influences and the band’s latest video.

This week I’ve got that new acoustic Macy Gray album, the new Dex Romweber blues album, and pop rock from Jon Herington. I’ve also got more new music from Dale Watson, Tim Easton, John Doe, Michael Rank and yes another track from that Kiefer Sutherland album.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode316

On Americana Music Show #315, Boo Ray plays three tracks from Sea Of Lights and talks about growing up in the North Carolina Mountains, his hardscrabble career path, and recording on Bob Dylan’s tape deck.

Lots of great music going into rotation this week. I’ve got the new Seth Walker album, the new Tim Easton album and the new Chatham County Line album. Plus I’ve got a track from the Kiefer Sutherland album. Yes, that Kiefer Sutherland! Plus more new music from Michael Rank, Eli Paperboy Reed, Kelsey Waldon, Dale Watson, and Bill Kirchen.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode315

Blake Christiana of Yarn plays tracks from This Is The Year and talks about the band’s rebuilding year, writing country music in NYC, and the positive vibes in their music.

Also on this week’s episode I’ve got the new rock & roll album from Hymn For Her and new music from Waiting For Henry, Josh Harty, Silver Lake 66 and the Royal Hounds. I’ve also got more new music from Mudcrutch, Willie Nelson, Dale Watson, & Lydia Loveless.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode314

On Americana Music Show #313, Sara Watkins plays tracks from Young In All The Wrong Ways and talks about her solo work, maturing as a songwriter, and the videos she’s making to support the album.

This week I’ve got the new live Dale Watson album and the nee Lydia Loveless rock album. Plus another track from that amazing Michael Rank album, more from Eli Paperboy Reed, Mudcrutch, Tift Merrit, BJ Barham, and an old school blues track from Leadbelly.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode313

On Americana Music Show #312, Hayes Carll plays tracks from Lovers and Leavers and talks about writing for this phase of his life, his recent Merle Haggard cover, and his run in with Townes Van Zandt fans.

Also this week I’ve got that new Michael Rank album and the new Boo Ray country rock album Plus there’s more of that Eli Paperboy Reed album, the awesome blues album from Lonesome Shack, another track from that Bonnie Bishop soul album, some John Doe & The Sadies, Mudcrutch, Wild Ponies, Tony Joe White, and Colvin & Earle.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode312

On Americana Music Show #311, Joe Evans of Left Lane Cruiser plays tracks from Beck In Black, tells the story behind the album name, discusses the lineup changes and why he sticks to the duo format.

Also this week I’m excited to say I’ve got the new Mudcrutch album and the new Eli Paperboy Reed album. Hot dang! Plus another track from the Colvin & Earle album and new music from Amanda Shires, Honey Island Swamp Band, and Martha Fields. I’ve also got a classic track from Little Junior & The Blue Flames.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episodde311

On Americana Music Show #310, Ana Egge plays tracks from Say That Now and talks about working with the Sentimentals to craft the songs and why she chose to go in a rock & roll direction this time.

Also this week I’ve got that Shawn Colvin Steve Earle collaboration, new rockabilly from Ruby Dee, soul from Bonnie Bishop, honkytonk from The Bakersfield Glee Club and a classif Carl Perkins track.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode310

On Americana Music Show #309, Bill Mallonee plays tracks from Slow Trauma and talks about his Vigilantes of Love days, living in the wilds of New Mexico, and the challenges of writing an album about death.

Also on this episode, I’ve got another track from that Bonnie Bishop soul album, a sneak peek at the upcoming Loveless album, new music from the Royal SOuthern Brotherhood, Lonesome Shack, Felice Brothers, and a classic Howlin’ Wolf track.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode309

On Americana Music Show #308, Jesse Langlais from Town Mountain plays tracks from Southern Crescent and talks about playing the Grand Ole Opry and the band’s democratic songwriting.

Also on this episode, I’ve got the new Left Lane Cruiser album, plus new music from The Everydays, Bonnie Bishop, The Felice Brothers, Massy Ferguson, Sara Watkins, and more.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode308

On Americana Music Show #307, The Milagro Saints join Calvin in studio to play tracks from Stranger Times and to discuss Woody Guthrie’s relevance today and their musical experiments.

Also on this episode I’ve got the new soul album from Bonnie Bishop, which makes me very happy. I’ve also got  new music from NewTown, Dave McGraw & Mandy Fer, The Everydays, and Demos Papadimas. I’ve also got more tracks from Andre Williams, Tony Joe White, Jeff Turmes, Clint Morgan, and the The Felice Brothers.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode307

On Americana Music Show #306, Noah Alexander of The Plott Hounds talks about growing up with southern rock, his chosen home town, and digging into extended jams.

Also on this episode, I’ve got the new Felice Brothers album, new rock & roll from the Massy Ferguson band, and new folk rock from the Milagro Saints. I’ve alos got more from the Honeycutters, Clint Morgan, the Hard Working Americans, and Mipso.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode306

On Americana Music Show #305, Mike Eldred plays tracks from Baptist Town, talks about his family’s “soul cleanse” tris to the Deep South, his trips to Greenwood Mississippi how his experiences in Baptist Town shaped the album.

Also on this episode, the new album from Sarah Jarosz and the new country album from Irene Kelley. I;ve also got the new rock & roll album from the Plott Hounds, the blues album from Andre Williams, rock from the Hard Working Americans, and another track from that awesome Honeycutters album.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode305

On Americana Music Show #304, Amanda Anne Platt of The Honeycutters plays tracks from On The Ropes, talks about West Asheville, and listening to conversations from a songwriter’s perspective.

Also on this episode, the new Sara Watkins album, R&B from the Bo-Keys, in-your-face soul from Andre Williams, rock from the Hard Working Americans, the new Ana Egge album, and another extended Allman Brothers jam.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode304

On Americana Music Show #303, Beth Lee plays tracks from Keep Your Mouth Shut, talks about sticking to a four piece rock & roll band, her quick and dirty video, and never giving up.

Also on this episode, new rock & roll from The Hard Working Americans, new R&B from the Bo-Keys, and awesome cover EP from Roosevelt Dime, a new folk album from Bill Mallone, the new Sarah Watkins album, country music from Anna Egge and lots more. 

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode303

On Americana Music Show #302, Andy Ferrell plays tracks from At Home And In Nashville and talks about the Boone music scene, Doc Watson & Merlefest, and getting his song ideas on the go

This week I’m also happy to be adding the new Ivas John album and I’ve got more new music from Kacy & Clayton,  Derek Hoke, The Honeycutters, the Mike Eldred Trio, Moreland & Arbuckle, Yarn Luther Dickinson, and Tony Joe White.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode302

On Americana Music Show #301, Doug & Telisha Williams of Wild Ponies play tracks from Radiant and talk about co-writing with others, the Wild Ponies Trail Ride, and going all electric.

Also this week I’ve got another track from the Honeycutters new album, another track from the awesome Tony Joe White album, and more new music from the Carolyn Sills Combo, Tim Isberg, Kacy & Clayton, Moreland & Arbuckle, The Mike Eldred Trio, Keegan McInroe & more...

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode301

On Americana Music Show #300, Tony Joe White plays tracks from Rain Crow and talks about growing up in the swamps, developing the swamp rock sound, & teaching Ray Wylie Hubbard how to swim.

Also on this episode I’m happy to share with you the new Honeycutters album! I’ve also got more new music from The WIld Ponies, Moreland & Arbuckle, Western Centuries, Robert Ellis, Yarn, The Jayhawks and Albert Castiglia.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode300

On Americana Music Show #299, Calvin talks to Lydia Loveless & Gorman Bechard about the Who Is Lydia Loveless? Documentary and plays three touchstone tracks from Lydia’s career.

Also on this episode, I’ve got the new retro rock album from Beth Lee & The Breakups! Plus I’ve got the new blues album from the Mike Eldred Trio, the new rock & roll album from The Wild Ponies, and the new albums from Robert Ellis, Yarn, & Hot Buttered Rum. I’ve also got more new music from Hayes Carll, Moreland & Arbuckle, Alice Wallace, Town Mountain, Margo Price, Stone Cupid, & Keegan McInroe.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode299

On Americana Music Show #298,Matt Patershuk plays tracks from “I Was So Fond Of You” and talks about dedicating the album to his sister, getting over stage fright, and his back porch vibe.

Also on this episode, new music from Moreland & Arbuckle, The Jayhawks, Keegan McInroe, and Ryan Beaver. I’ve also for more tracks from the new Margo Price album, Town Mountain, and Hayes Carll. I’ve got another track from the Allman Brothers Band reissue, and an extended track from Lucinda Williams.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode298
 

On Americana Music Show #297, Aubrie Sellers plays tracks from New City Blues and talks about getting her first guitar at 13, writing with Adam Wright, and her “garage country” sound.

Also on this episode, I’ve got the new James Houlihan album and more new music from Rod Melancon, Darrell Scott, Reagan Boggs, Margo Price, Dave Insley, and an extended Allman Brothers Band jam.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode297

On Americana Music Show #296, Corin Raymond plays track from Hobo Jungle Fever Dreams and talks about giving songs a cinematic life, talking to ghosts, and travelling across the prairies of Canada.

Also on this week’s episode, I’ve got the new Hayes Carll album, the new rock & roll album from Rod Melancon, and a new country album from Cyndi Lauper. Yes, that Cyndi Lauper. Plus I’ve got more music from that live Allman Brothers Band album, another bluegrass track from Town Mountain, plus Luther Dickinson, Reagan Boggs, and Eric Ambel.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode296

On Americana Music Show #295, Eric Ambel plays tracks from Lakeside and talks about working with Jimbo Mathus, why the album is vinyl only, and the new Cowboy Technical studios.

Also on this episode, I’ve got a remastered live show from the Allman Brothers Band from back in 1971. I’ve got the new Town Mountain album and that makes me very happy. I’ve got the new Margo Price country album from Margo Price plus more new music from Lucinda Williams, Parker Millsap and Reagan Boggs.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode295

On Americana Music Show #294, Sarah Borges plays tracks from Good & Dirty and talks about “just banging out” the record with Eric Ambel, funding EP, and escaping her kids with rock & roll.

Also on this week’s episode I’ve got new music from Steve Casper & Cowboy Angst, Parker Millsap, and Carie Rodriguez. I’ve got another track from that awesome rock & roll album from Eric Ambel, great songwriting from Robbie Fulks, and another track from the Blind Willie Johnson tribute album.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode294

On Americana Music Show #293, Beverly “Guitar” Watkins plays tracks from Back In Business and tells the story of how she learned music, playing with Piano Red in the 50’s and her “Red Mama.”

Also this week, I’m excited to bring you the new rock album from Eric Ambel and the new country rock album from Parker Millsap. I’ve also got more of that Blind Willie Johnson tribute album, stringband music from Mipso, rock & roll from Sons Of The Golden West, and some great songwriting from Jonathan Byrd, and Robbie Fulks.

http://americanamusicshow.com/episode293

Americana Music Show #292 is a one hour bonus episode about the upcoming movie, Hank Williams: I Saw The Light starring Tom Hiddleston On this episode you’ll hear music & interviews about the upcoming movie, Hank Williams: I Saw The Light starring Tom Hiddleston

Playing a legend like Hank Williams is no small feat. Hank was as complicated a person as they come and actor Tom Hiddleston had his work cut out for him. With the help of Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame inductee Rodney Crowell, Tom dove into the role of Hank for “I Saw The Light.” Songwriter Peter Cooper is your host for his deep dive into the life of Hank Williams and the making of the movie.

This bonus episode of the Americana Music Show is courtesy of True Tone Media Group, an independent marketing / promotion venture creating unique, multi-format promotion plans for new music and archival releases, engaging radio listeners through station broadcasts, websites and social media.

http://americanamusicshow.com/episode292

On Americana Music Show #291, R.B. Stone plays tracks from Some Call It Freedom and talks about how he learned to play guitar on a ranch in Colorado and about his songwriting philosophy.

On this week’s episode I’ve got the new gothic rock album from Lincoln Durham, some beautiful border music from Carrie Rodriguez, and some top notch songwriting from Robbie Fulks. I’ve also got new music from Steven Casper & Cowboy Angst, Corin Raymond, Grant-Lee Phillips, Sarah Shook & The Disarmers, and Lucinda Williams.

http://americanamusicshow.com/episode291

On Americana Music Show #290, Phil Cook plays tracks from Southland Mission and tells the story of moving to Durham to be closer to the music he loved, & how the Blind Boys Of Alabama inspired him.

Also on this week’s episode, I’ve got the new Bonnie Raitt album and the awesome Grant-Lee Phillips album. Plus new blues from Jon Shain, rock from Sarah Borges, and folk from Luther Dickinson. And yes I’ll be playing another track from that Blind Willie Johnson tribute album.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode290

On Americana Music Show #289, Grant-Lee Phillips joins Calvin live in the WHUP studios to play tracks from his new album, The Narrows and tells the stories behind the new songs.

Also on this week’s episode, I’m happy to bring you the new Blind Willie Johnson tribute album called God Don’t Never Change. I’ve also got that new rock & roll album from Sarah Borges, and the new one from Mount Moriah. I’ve also got more tracks from the Waco Brothers, Luther Dickinson, Sarah Shook & The Disarmers, Lucinda Williams and more.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode289

On Americana Music Show # 288, Julie Rhodes plays tracks from Bound To Meet The Devil and talks about writing her working class blues songs in an ice cream shop and making music with her friends.

Also on this week’s episode, I’ve got the debut country rock album from Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, the new blues album from Reed Turchi, and the new rock & roll album from Corin Raymond. I’ve also got another track from that amazing Lucinda Williams album, more Aussie rock from Lachlan Bryan and Ruby Boots, and a sneak peek at that upcoming Eli West album. 

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode288

On Americana Music Show #287, Kevin Russell (Shinyribs) plays tracks from Okra Candy and talks about Gruene Hall, expanding his band, food porn, and his dangerous dance numbers.

On this week’s episode, I have new music from the Waco Brothers, Mount Moriah, and R.B. Stone. Plus I have some blues from that new Lucinda Williams album, a sneak peek at the upcoming Parker Millsap album, and more from Phil Cook, Luther Dickinson, and Malcolm Holcombe.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode287

On Americana Music Show #286, Nigel Hall plays tracks from Ladies & Gentlemen.. Nigel Hall. He also talks about developing is music in Harlem, his move to New Orleans and lots of keyboards nerd stuff. 

Also on this episode, cowpunk from the Waco Brothers, new swing music from The James Hunter Six. Plus I’ve got another track from that Luther Dickinson folk album, more from the Malcolm Holcombe album, stringband music from Tellico, and a classic Kris Kristofferson tune.

https://americanamusicshow.com/episode286

On Americana Music Show #285, Malcolm Holcombe plays tracks from Another Black Hole and talks about his work habits, his band, and never forgetting where you came from.

Also on this episode, I’ve got that new Parker Millsap album, a new latin/rock album from Billy F Gibbons (yes, THAT Billy Gibbons), another track from that amazing Luther Dickinson folk album, new music from Wynona, and another track from that feel-good Phil Cook album.

On Americana Music Show #284, Edward David Anderson plays tracks from Lower Alabama: The Loxley Sessions, & talks about working with Anthony Crawford, getting sentimental, and life on the Gulf Coast.

Also on this episode a new folk/blues album from Luther Dickinsin, new string band music from The O’s, classic country from Johnny Cash, retro-vintage rock from The Cactus Blossoms, another track from that beautiful Chapin Sisters album, and another awesome track from that new Phil Cook album

http://americanamusicshow.com/episode284

On Americana Music Show #283, Clark Paterson plays tracks from The Final Tradition, and talks about growing up on a farm, his European walkabout, and his true blue love song.

Also on this episode I’ve got some feel-good music from Phil Cook, and new covers of old songs by Buddy Miller and friends. I’ve also got another track from that bluesy album from Julie Rhodes, more indie rock from the Black Lillies, another of the vintage country album from The Cactus Blossoms. and  rock & roll  from Alex Culbreth.

http://americanamusicshow.com/episode283

On Americana Music Show #282, Lori Yates plays tracks from Sweetheart Of The Valley and talks about meeting Billy Sherrill, her songwriting workshops, and why she loves the long notes.

Also on this episode, I’ve got that new vintage country album from the Cactus Blossoms, some beautiful folk rock from The Chapin Sisters, and new rock & roll from Alex Culbreth. I’ve also got more from The Black Lillies, The Jarm City Junction, Clark Paterson, and much more.

http://americanamusicshow.com/episode282

On Americana Music Show #281, Jefferson Ross plays tracks from Dogwood Cats and talks dedicating the album to Will B. Campbell, and how he honed his wordcraft and songwriting.

On this week’s episode, I’ve got new music from Artie Tobia, The Black Lillies, and Josh Ritter. I’ve also got another track from that live Drive-by Truckers album, more from Clark Paterson, Old Crow Medicine Show, Jim Lauderdale and Eilen Jewell.

http://americanamusicshow.com/episode281

On Americana Music Show #280, Guy Davis plays tracks from The Kokomo Kidd and talks about his family’s connection to the blues, & playing Robert Johnson and Sonny Terry on stage.

On this week’s episode, I’ve got new music from Nick Dittmeier, Stacie Collins, the Electric Rad Band, and the Black Lillies. I’ve also got more tracks from the Drive By Truckers, Josh Ritter, The Nouveaux Honkies, and Pete Berwick.

http://americanamusicshow.com/episode280