First Listen: New Releases for 23 April
Artist : Ingvild Flottorp Album : It All Seems So Clear Quick Thoughts : This one absolutely came out of nowhere for me, and I'm so glad it exists. Ingvild Flottorp is the latest entry in the ever-growing list of Nordic musicians doing American roots music better than most American roots musicians. Flottorp is sort of a more upbeat Margo Price, with some faithful and traditional musical ideas to go along with a nice, fun, and modern feel. If you like roots music in any form, you owe it to yourself to listen to this album. She might just become your new favorite. Songs of Note : "(At Least I Got To) Stay Around," "I'll Be Alright," "Home," "In a Race" Artist : Lady Dan Album : I Am the Prophet Quick Thoughts : I don't recall exactly when or how I first tripped up on Lady Dan, but this debut from a southern singer-songwriter deserves a lot of attention. A country-tinged indie effort, the songs evoke a dark mood but with a dom...