The dream and enjoyment of playing music never dies. Even if rock star goals have to be put on hold for a while to focus on surviving in the real world, they will always be just under the surface ready to pop up again at a moment’s notice. Our recent discovery, The Famous Unknown is […]
We all have our own musical styles that we have grown up listening to. It is only normal for a musician to gravitate towards that style when they begin writing their own music. This can take you far but sometimes you need that push to experiment and expand your style. One way that is sure […]
Over the course of any musician’s career, there will be a million reasons to just give it all up. As they say, if it was easy, everyone would be doing it. You must have both the passion and the drive to push forward even when life throws hurdles at you. Quitters never win. Our recent […]
We all need a little help from our friends. Even when you choose to be a solo musician, you need the help of other artists in the scene. Whether it be to add a particular sound that they are known for or just to lend an ear of support you should lean on your partners […]
Joshua Davis is a singer-songwriter out of Traverse City, MI with deep ties to folk and Americana rock. His success may take him around the world, but he always stays true to his roots. He has released three very well received solo albums, not to mention four studio albums with the band Steppin In It, […]
There are all sorts of inspirations for songwriting. One muse that comes up quite often is love. Whether it be falling in it, breaking up, or somewhere in between, love is part of many of the songs you will hear. Our recent find The Ormewoods have taken this to the next level by pouring their […]
What does “Americana” mean to you? Is it blues, folk, country, or jazz? Sometimes it can be all of that — a meandering journey incorporating elements of every genre of music that has roots elsewhere but took shape in America. Many bands have tried to leave their stamp on the genre. Some get some elements right, […]
Being part of a band is an amazing experience. You get to create music with people that will often end up being your closest friends. The thoughts and emotions that you share will make an unbreakable bond. Your skills improve too as you open your mind to the ideas and talents of your bandmates. As […]
