Check Out Our June 2022 CD Artist Sampler
Check out the CD & Digital Artist Samplers from our June 2022 Issue.
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Goose
“Hungersite”
From the album Dripfield
No Coincidence Records
Owing much of their success to an expanding fanbase, steady creative output and a collective commitment to improvement, Goose has flourished over the last three years, emerging as a premier musical act nationwide. Dripfield is the third studio offering from the Connecticut rock group.
Lyn Avenue
“Sophisticated”
From the EP Sophisticated
Self-released
Driven by rich vocals, electrifying leads and boot-stomping rhythms, husband and wife duo, Lyn Avenue, bring you catchy, compelling stories with genuine Southern charm. There is always a story to be told with Lyn Avenue and you can guarantee that you’ll be wanting to sing along.
Pickin’ Pear
“Paranoia”
From the EP Something New
Self-released
Tia Martini and Leon Elam met in Colorado in 2014. They combine their non-traditional stylings to their traditional instruments and create an original mix of modern American music. Together, Pickin’ Pear take the banjo and ukulele down the road of folk, rock and bluegrass.
Eileen Carey
“Dreaming With Me”
Single
Self-released
Eileen Carey is releasing her newest single, “Dreaming With Me.” In Carey’s words, the song is about how the magic of inspiration starts with one person. “Dreaming With Me” brings out a sense of inspiration, inciting the feeling that a positive impact can happen with just one person.
JJ Slater
“Rupi”
Single
Self-released
JJ Slater is a born and bred New Englander, and so naturally has a sound for every season. Songs evoke blankets of wintry whispering just as much as pulsing, hypnotic summer grooves, at times overlapping to create textures that seem stuck out of space and time.
Tyler Allgood
“Light the Room to the Brim”
Single
Self-released
Tyler Allgood is a self-taught, multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter from Bennington, N.H. Through the Empty (released in 2021 and nominated for album of the year by New England Music Awards) is an hour-long, full band composition showcasing Allgood’s study of the guitar, singing, bass and piano.
Wired for Sound
“Here I Am”
From the EP Choke
Self-released
Wired for Sound is a female-fronted grunge/punk-rock band from Southern New Hampshire. Their music brings a touch of the ‘90s back with a new sound. With strong vocals, bangin’ bass lines, a touch of double-bass drumming and grungy guitar, they put out melodic rockin’ songs.
The Back Roads
“Deep Within”
From the EP Deep Within
Self-released
The new Deep Within EP is a sonic roller-coaster ride through a sad and beautiful modern world. Title track “Deep Within” is a sitar and mellotron-driven magical mystery tour of inner space, with blazing guitars, feedback freakouts and art rock sensibilities. The revolution is not outside; it is within.
Kevin Mahoney
“Wish You Well”
Single
Self-released
Kevin Mahoney is a powerful singer-songwriter gifted with the rare ability to speak to the soul with his expressive and poignant lyrics. He has created his own style and reputation as a mesmerizing live performer and stands in his own light. A unique talent driven by passion, social awareness and love.
Berblan
“Be Me”
Single
Self-released
Berblan is a 16-year-old powerhouse from Dallas, who has played piano and violin since a very young age. Recently, she has been working on her singing voice and ukulele playing. Berblan’s goal is to spread positivity and show people that anything can be accomplished with hard work.
Lurid Purple Flowers
“On Your Own”
From the EP Mania
Self-released
From the trenches of the Boston underground, Lurid Purple Flowers combine their hard-rock, psychedelic and funk influences to incredible effect on their debut EP, Mania. Their writing is gritty and dark, but with hopeful notes that resonate throughout the entire project.
Clutch Cargo
“A Million Miles”
From the EP The Horizon Event
Self-released
We are Clutch Cargo, a multi-genre influenced band from Tyler, Texas. We deliver high-energy, entertaining live music. We love traveling and sharing our passion for music with new listeners! To find out more about the band and members go to clutchcargoband.com.
ReverbNation Winner: Halem Albright
“You’re Upsetting Me, Too”
From the album Don’t Listen to Me
Self-released
With their fourth album in the works and having shared bills with jam greats like The Disco Biscuits, Leftover Salmon and Col. Bruce Hampton, Atlanta staples The Halem Albright Band bring their funky/psychedelic sound and strong songwriting to the Southeast and beyond.
Editor’s Pick: Scott Metzger
“Asking for a Friend”
From the album Too Close to Reason
Royal Potato Family
Scott Metzger is a member of Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, while his collaborations range from Phil Lesh to John Scofield. His album, Too Close to Reason, includes 12 acoustic guitar recordings that are ambient and bucolic, both the perfect soundtrack for morning sunrises and engaged guitar connoisseurs.
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