One of the many downsides of the pandemic is that too many artists recorded albums by sending files back and forth and essentially making records by email. Here, with their new record, Heavy Load Blues, recorded live in-studio, Gov’t Mule, the greatest jam band in the world laid down a solid set of tunes mistakes be damned.
Great news, the mighty Jethro Tull is actively working on a new record. And, better yet, they still sound like Jethro Tull Ian Anderson flute and all. Look for The Zealot Gene to reach your ears on January 28th.
The dynamic frontman for the Struts collabo’s with the daughter of Michael Jackson on this listenable slice of Pop Music pie.
This very under-the-radar band definitely is worthy of more ears coming their way. The vibe is very much R.E.M. by way of the Replacements with their latest record, Phooey, a Power Pop gem.
Self-glossed as death bait from the gutters of London this band likes their rock and roll fast, dirty, adrenalized, and full of bar smoke. Guitarist Kit and the leader of the band Kit can also be heard playing with Rich Ragany and the Digressions.
The latest song and video from Caleb Nichols will bring to the minds ear the best of Eliott Smith.
An upbeat sentiment for the times, this ode to looking out for one another with the accompanying video directed by Whitey McConaughey is a perfect holiday reminder.
A bit of a heavy listen, but the Warren Ellis & Nick Cave record released this year should be on your best-of list.
Inspired by the California wildfires when many Californians woke up to a blood red sun bringing everything to top of mind including climate change, drought, and water management.
The new record doesn’t come out until February 2022, but if this one is any indication what is in store color us in. ACDC with just a touch of roots rock is the order of the day on this one. Brian Johnson, eat your heart out.
Rock Is The New Roll 