ACL 2025 ~ Top Ten Rock, Post-Rock, Folk & Jazz

The last of our genre lists brings the guitars, the energy, the aggression, but also the sweetness, as some of these albums include moments of surprising tenderness.  Their dynamic contrast highlights their emotional impact.  Catharsis is a word often used to

ACL 2025 ~ The Happiest Music of the Year

Are you in the mood for some happy music?  We’ve got just the list for you!  The artists on this year’s list know that life can be tough, and offer literal notes of encouragement.  One finds beauty in the mundane;

Human Pyramids ~ Thank You

Sometimes after only a single play, we know that an album is destined for year-end status.  Thank You is positive, upbeat, ebullient and joyful, and includes more instruments than ever before.  Alumni of The Happiest Music of the Year, Human Pyramids have

Various Artists ~ Thank You

We love the thought that so many of our favorite artists have giving hearts.  Thank You is a charity compilation from the recently-launched Vintermusik label, and all of the proceeds will benefit Världens Barn (Children of the World).  The album is