First Listen: New Releases for 13 January 2022
Artist : Margo Price Album : Strays Quick Thoughts : I don't know if I ever expected Margo Price to be the constant and steady hand at the till, but here we are. Strays is another Price album full of great songs and the sort of consistency you expect from artists well beyond her tenure. This is a really great album, and a great way to start the new year off. Songs of Note : "Been To The Mountain," "Light Me Up" Artist : The Bombadils Album : Dear Friend Quick Thoughts : Ken sent this one over and it was easily the most pleasant surprise of the week. A roots-influenced folk duo, the married couple have a lovely little record here with some memorable tracks and just a feel-good mood across the board. I was repeatedly surprised throughout the whole runtime, and the musicianship is as good as the songwriting. Definitely looking forward to digging into their back catalog. Songs of Note : "Through and Through," "Records and Rent," ...