The PDX musician's new EP explores companionship, the free will of nature, and conscious living as essential pieces to the puzzle of inner peace.
Jeffrey Silverstein – Torii Gates
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DL Rossi on Self-Forgiveness, Americana Music, and Recording an Album Over Zoom
The Michigan-born songwriter goes deep on the making of his new album, 'Lonesome Kind.'
Justin Kass – It’s All a Dream
The Santa Barbara native's debut album sees the young multi-instrumentalist lean hard into his deepest psychedelic influences, crafting a set of songs that liken to a luminous garden of trance and wonder.
Esther Rose – How Many Times
The New Orleans country-folkster's third album is packed with cathartic singalongs and honky-tonk heartbreakers.
“10 Mile Stereo” Fortnightly Playlist
Our running playlist is back and revamped with a fresh new look!
75 Badass Baseball Walk-Up Songs
The greatest running list of walk up songs on the internet has returned to coincide with the start of MLB's highly anticipated 2021 season.
A Reflection on My First Music Writer Exercise
An in-depth recap of what it was like to listen to and write about a new album for 28 consecutive days.
Dylan Ryan / Sand – “Light Sleeper”
Taking cues from the electronic impressionism of Tangerine Dream and Cluster, the latest cut from Dylan Ryan consistently sounds as if it is on the verge of eruption.
Unlucky Sonny – “Home”
The L.A. indie rockers' new track is punchy and playful, a tasteful mix of alternative flair and modern guitar pop.
Adeline Hotel – Good Timing
The acoustic companion to last year's 'Solid Love,' Knishkowy's new album marks a departure from traditional songwriting and sees the New York tunesmith working more like a composer.
Max and the Martians – “Milky Way”
The third single from the band's forthcoming LP is accompanied by a whimsical music video of cosmic proportions.
Maxton Hunter’s ‘Paradise Syndrome’ is a Slice of West Coast Euphoria
We chat with the budding producer about his new EP, his drive as a collaborator, and the challenges of recording alone.
David Crosby – If I Could Only Remember My Name (50th Anniversary)
A track by track review of Crosby's 1971 masterpiece in collaboration with Petal Motel.
Jeffrey Silverstein – “River Running By”
The Portland musician's new EP, 'Torii Gates,' is out April 16 on Arrowhawk Records.
Matt LaJoie – Paraclete Tongue
The follow up to last year's 'Everlasting Spring,' the latest solo venture from the Maine-based multi-instrumentalist explores the essence of the fire element and its role within our earthly and celestial worlds.
Ryan Sambol – Gestalt
The Texas-based songwriter opts for the frontier over sweaty dive bars, offering a plethora of simple songs that strut and warble with the well-worn vestige of old time cowboy music.
Navy Blue – Song of Sage: Post Panic!
The New York rapper's second album feels born directly out of last year's inescapable isolation.
Dante Elephante – Mid-Century Modern Romance
The podcaster and multi-instrumentalist's third LP is loaded with funkified California pop.
Farmer Dave & The Wizards Of The West – FDWOW
Farmer Dave's latest musical venture is an enthralling exhibit of Cosmic American space rock.
Desert Skies: Modern California Country-Rock Essentials
We teamed up with Petal Motel to put together a list of 15 albums that capture the essence of modern California country-rock in all its variations.
Pearl Charles Wants You to Look Into the ‘Magic Mirror’
We spoke with Pearl Charles about her kaleidoscopic new album, writing process, and looking within for guidance.
Charley Crockett – “I Can Help”
Featuring a twangy organ-laden groove, the country crooner croons taps into his soulful side to bring forth an earnest interpretation of Billy Swan's classic 1974 love song.
Acres Even – “Earl Greyson” (Music Video)
The band channels their feel-good beach rock through playful costume arrangements and set designs that range from all-too-awkward prom pictures to quirky kitchen adventures.
Stephen Heath’s ‘Gavin Gruesome’ Embraces Chaos With Open Arms
The veteran guitarist speaks on recording his first solo album, playing guitar for Weyes Blood and other stalwart songwriters, and taking ownership of his ideas.
Patti Smith Live at Montreux Jazz Festival (2005)
The iconic poet and punk-rocker turns 74 today.
Ryan Pollie – Museum At The End of Time
Side-stepping his usually warm and twangy aesthetic, Ryan Pollie's latest project marks a foray into the ambient realm and is accompanied by an entrancing film.
Emmylou Harris & The Hot Band – Live on The Old Grey Whistle Test (1977)
The 40-minute concert features performances of "Pancho & Lefty," "Tulsa Queen," and other country and rock classics.
Riffs & Rhymes Albums of the Year 2020
The new albums that moved us most this year. Starring Blu & Exile, Colter Wall, HAIM, Jess Williamson, North Americans, Tan Cologne, and more.
Riffs & Rhymes EPs of the Year 2020
Releases that, while short in length, made bold artistic statements, splashing introductions, and exciting forays into unique sounds.
Rich Jones & Montana Macks – How do you sleep at night?
The Chi-town veterans reunite their musical partnership and heritage for a jazzy affair that confronts 2020's social turmoil from a blunt point of view.
