Today, singer/songwriter/feminist/author Ani DiFranco releases “You Forgot to Speak” from her 23rd album, Unprecedented Sh!t, out May 17 on DiFranco’s label Righteous Babe Records. “You Forgot to Speak” delves into the complexities of gender dynamics and the internalized oppression that can manifest in women within patriarchal societies. Listen to “You Forgot to Speak” HERE and via DSPs HERE. Pre-order Unprecedented …
Celebrated Louisiana Musician Ann Savoy Releases Her First Solo Album ANOTHER HEART, Produced by Dirk Powell
Today, renowned Louisiana musician Ann Savoy releases her first solo album Another Heart on Smithsonian Folkways. To celebrate the project, Savoy has recorded an intimate performance of “A Heart Needs a Home,” her poignant cover of her friends Richard and Linda Thompson’s original song, which is featured on Another Heart. Savoy describes her unique approach to the song, which is …
Country Music Hall of Fame Artist Connie Smith Releases Her 55th Album LOVE, PRISON, WISDOM AND HEARTACHES, Out Today on Fat Possum Records
Today, the legendary country singer Connie Smith releases her highly anticipated 55th album Love, Prison, Wisdom and Heartaches on Fat Possum Records. On the new release, Smith takes a different approach from Cry of the Heart, her critically acclaimed 2021 effort. On Love, Prison, Wisdom and Heartaches, Connie has chosen to interpret songs that were originally sung, played or written by fellow country legends; …
Renowned Louisiana Musician Ann Savoy Shares “Cajun Love Song” From Her First Solo Album ANOTHER HEART, out April 19th on Smithsonian Folkways
Acclaimed Cajun artist Ann Savoy has released the playful serenade “Cajun Love Song” from her new album, Another Heart, out on April 19th on Smithsonian Folkways. The renowned musician dedicates the song to her husband and musical compatriot Marc Savoy. Savoy says, “I wrote this song for my husband Marc Savoy, who still after many years of marriage remains a …
Grammy-Nominated Musician Cody Dickinson Moves in Front of the Drum Kit on Solo Album HOMEMADE, out June 21st
Today, Grammy-nominated roots/blues/rock musician Cody Dickinson announces his solo album, Homemade, out June 21st on Strong Place Music. Known for his role as founding member and drummer of North Mississippi Allstars, Dickinson moves in front of the drum kit on Homemade as he handles all aspects of the album: songwriting, performing every instrument, engineering and production. The first track off …
Silverada (Formerly Mike and the Moonpies) Embarks on a Bold New Adventure on June 28 with Self-Titled Album
The acclaimed Texas band Silverada (formerly known as Mike and the Moonpies) starts a new chapter with their upcoming self-titled album, out June 28. Although Silverada is the band’s ninth release, it marks a significant turning point in the powerhouse country/Americana band’s journey. It’s not just the title of the boldest album of the group’s celebrated career; it’s also the …
Captivating Singer/Songwriter Duo ORDINARY ELEPHANT Release “Once Upon a Time” From Self-Titled Album, Out May 3
Today, acclaimed folk duo Ordinary Elephant (husband/wife singer/songwriters Crystal Hariu-Damore and Pete Damore) release their newest track “Once Upon A Time” from their enchanting self-titled album, out May 3rd. Ordinary Elephant showcases gorgeous harmonies and mesmerizing fretwork that call to mind everything from Gillian Welch and David Rawlings to Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris. The duo’s raw, vulnerable songs are …
“LET’S WALK” – Madeleine Peyroux’s Most Eclectic And Courageous Album To Date Set For June 28th Release
Nashville, TN – Acclaimed jazz singer, songwriter and interpreter Madeleine Peyroux will release Let’s Walk, her first album in six years, on June 28th. The new songs present sides of the artist only touched on in the past. The collection is her most diverse, intimate and bold work as she shares thoughtful and revealing views on personal and societal concerns. …
Renowned Cajun Musician Ann Savoy Returns with the Personal and Eclectic ANOTHER HEART, out April 19th on Smithsonian Folkways
Acclaimed Cajun musician and historian Ann Savoy will release Another Heart on April 19th on Smithsonian Folkways. Savoy has made her name as a leading Cajun musician with the Savoy-Doucet Cajun Band, Magnolia Sisters and more, and as a historian, digging deep into the traditions of Cajun life through more than 40 albums, thousands of concerts in dozens of countries, …
Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter Dawn Landes Kicks off Women’s History Month with Her “Liberated Women” Playlist
To commemorate Women’s History Month (March) and in advance of International Women’s Day on March 8, celebrated singer/songwriter Dawn Landes is sharing her “Liberated Women” Playlist. Landes curated this collection of empowering tracks as she delved into the music of the women’s rights movement for her upcoming album, The Liberated Woman’s Songbook, out on March 29th. She shares, “Here’s a …