Out of the Box Album of the Week with Paul Shugrue

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Seth Walker Sep 06, 2016

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The title of "Gotta Get Back" refers to recapturing the spirit of what inspired him to become a musician and relates to all things in life that provide, as he says, “the laughter, the struggle, the hurt feelings, the mend, the love, the muse.”

Butch Walker Aug 29, 2016

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Butch walker is rockin’ again on his new album “Stay Gold.” He’s wearing his heartland influences on his sleeve with a rollicking, fist pumping, stadium-ready rock album.

The Stray Birds Aug 22, 2016

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The Stray Birds, who have been recording since 2010, have titled their new album “Magic Fire” no doubt referring that elusive quality that differentiates the great recordings from the mediocre. The band has it in spades on their new album, it’s one of the best of the year

Blind Pilot Aug 15, 2016

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The Portland Oregon band takes their time, “And then Like Lions” is their first album in five years and only their third since 2008. Their music has a similar tendency, each song starts slow but builds in intensity and meaning.

Jonah Tolchin Aug 08, 2016

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"Thousand Mile Night" is like the only cd you have to play on an all night road trip. Each song becomes precious and memorable with repeated listenings.

Jonah Tolchin Aug 08, 2016

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"Thousand Mile Night" is like the only cd you have to play on an all night road trip. Each song becomes precious and memorable with repeated listenings.

Quiero Creedence Aug 01, 2016

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Creedence Clearwater Revival's music gets a Latin makeover on this unique tribute album by some of the top Latin rock artists in the world.

Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley Jul 12, 2016

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Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley are all about authenticity with their new album "The Country Blues." Recording a set of originals and covers all done live in the studio they burn up their respective fret boards with some great picking and wonderful song selection.

Sara Watkins Jul 05, 2016

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"Young in all the Wrong Ways" is the third solo album by one of the original members of Nickel Creek. She uses the metaphor of the break up of a romantic relationship to redefine her own musical style.

The Avett Brothers Jun 27, 2016

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"True Sadness" is their ninth studio album and reflects the ability to grow for the bigger audiences they are playing to. The experiments with bigger production values doesn't compromise their rootsy integrity.