Country and Americana

'Early Morning Rain' is Steve Forbert’s first album of covers since 'Any Old Time,' his 2002 tribute to Jimmy Rodgers.

From David Haerle's sophomore album 'Death Valley' we premiere the video for 'Ms. Bell,' a thoughtful track about the choices not taken.

Lucinda Williams breaks new ground on her latest studio album. Plus, a gem from Mark Olson & Ingunn Ringvold, and an anthology from the vast Alan Lomax archives.

Special Consensus celebrates Chicago's links to bluegrass. Plus, early John Stewart and a new Nighthawks CD.

A reimagining of Kim Richey's breakthrough album and a nostalgic release from Jim Lauderdale show where country and Americana music can take us in 2020.

Whitney Rose shows off her rock sensibility on a terrific new album. Plus, new releases from Willie Nile, Pharis & Jason Romero, America

Mojo Nixon combined punk rock and country to craft a unique style sometimes described as cowpunk or psychobilly.

Sarah Siskind's superbly written and arranged new album 'Modern Appalachia' is heavy on atmospherics and electric guitar, and very far from traditional country music.

The New Orleans rockers are still cranking out vital new music after 30 years. Today we premiere 'Kiss the Baby' from their new EP 'Open Wide.'

Memorable hooks and stirring arrangements energize NYC country artist Kate Mills' new album.