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Sam Robbins Proves He Is Indeed “The Real Thing”

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We recently had the delightful opportunity to check out the new single, “The Real Thing” from New England folk singer songwriter Sam Robbins. You can listen to “The Real Thing” Here

We are immediately greeted by Sam Robbin’s authentic and genuine voice which is beautifully woven in a delightful melody. “The Real Thing” is a well-crafted gem that has Sam Robbins at his absolute best.

The third single from So Much I Still Don’t See, the Chet Atkins-inspired, upbeat “The Real Thing”, is the second track on the album and an example of the varied energy across the collection of ten songs. “The Real Thing” began with a lyrical groove – driving out of a certain American city on tour, thousands of miles from home, with a 12 hour drive ahead, the spark of inspiration hit. The groove of the first line, “I’m sailing smooth highway under soft suburb lights/ where an Applebee’s oversees every corner” led to the rest of “The Real Thing” being written all in one night at a hotel in the middle of nowhere, USA. The song is a lighter take on the existential questions present throughout the album. Diving into questions of environmentalism, man’s place in the world, and the writer’s place in the world, “The Real Thing” is the upbeat kickoff to the soft, cutting, inquisitive “So Much I Still Don’t See”.

Sonically, “The Real Thing” is a tribute to one of Robbins’s main influences on guitar, the great fingerstyle player Chet Atkins. With Chet’s signature thumping thumb technique, Robbins built a sonic palette that utilized this classic sound but twisted it with his own modern take. The thumping, western-style groove emulates the vibe of the lyrics – the quintessentially American feeling of driving fast down a dusty highway, to get to anywhere but where you are.

Great music, should be heard and celebrated, this is most definitely the case with , “The Real Thing “from Sam Robbins

Grace Morrison Weaves A Beautiful Sound That Is All Her Own With Stunning New Single, “Beer In A Teacup”

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We recently had the distinct honor of checking out the new single, “Beer In A Teacup”, from New England based singer-songwriter, Grace Morrison. You can listen to “Beer In A Teacup” on Spotify Here, Apple Music Here

Grace Morrison, has one of the most authentic and genuine sound and vibe that our ears have had the privilege of hearing in quite some time , “Beer In Teacup” has a familiar and warm tone however , Grace Morrison artfully makes it a song that is a welcomed and fresh change of pace.

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The song is a twang-filled anthem about embracing imperfections and letting self doubt roll off your shoulders. It is an ode to her grandma who sipped beer out of a Victorian teacup with a saucer and didn’t give a damn about what people thought about her. 

The single is off of her highly anticipated forthcoming album Saltwater Country, an ode to her hometown of Cape Cod and her cranberry growing family. The music is a charismatic blend of folk, country and pop and is produced by Jon Evans (Tori Amos, Sarah McLachlan). 

Born and raised on the shores of Cape Cod, Grace Morrison has trademarked a sound she calls Saltwater Country. “I was always too pop for folk and too folk for country. Eventually, I started peeling back the layers of my music to find out what truly made it mine. At the heart of it all was my deep, undeniable connection to the Cape Cod coastline—it’s in my blood, in my voice, in every lyric I write. My music carries the storytelling of country, the twang, but also the raw, unshakable spirit of a Swamp Yankee. That’s Saltwater Country.”

“Beer In A Teacup”, from Grace Morrison showcases a relatable and descriptive songwriting/ storytelling style that really connects the listener with the song .

Do yourself a favor and find your favorite listening spot and get lost in the beauty of “Beer In A Teacup“ , from Grace Morrison.

Ethan Griffeth Offers Up An Absolute Songwriting Triumph With “Not My Dog”

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We recently had the amazing opportunity to check out “Not My Dog” from Connecticut , singer-songwriter, Ethan Griffeth. You can listen to “Not My Dog” Here

A hallmark of a great singer-songwriter is the ability to be able to tell a great story, Ethan Griffeth accomplishes this ten fold with his brilliantly written song , “Not My Dog” We found ourselves instantly connected and singing along almost immediately. Dogs are truly man’s best friend, and Ethan Griffeth, pays them the perfect tribute with “Not My Dog”

Ethan Griffeth, brings a unique style and sound to his music , effortlessly fusing an indie/folk-rock / country sound that is refreshing in today’s somewhat mundane musical landscape. A flawless heartfelt vocal performance make “Not My Dog” a must listen.

Ethan’s highly anticipated new album, “Operate” will be released on March, 21st and can be pre-saved Here

We are blissfully enthralled with, “Not My Dog” and we have a feeling, Ethan Griffeth, is just getting warmed up.

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Falsely Accused Flexes Greatness On New EP, “Unbroken”

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Artwork by Matt Tavano

New England based alternative rock trio, Falsely Accused, new EP, “Unbroken” , was recently named one of Boston’s most anticipated winter releases by WBUR, Boston’s NPR, and we couldn’t agree more .

You can listen to “Unbroken” on Bandcamp Here

When we pushed play to listen to the new sonically blazing EP, “Unbroken, from Falsely Accused, we felt like we were witnessing the rebirth of authentic genuine electrifying life changing alternative rock.

We can’t say we were completely caught off guard on the well crafted EP,  September’s explosive “A Drink Before The War” and the gritty desert rock of October’s “Witches”, certainly gave clues of greatness coming.

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The two above mentioned single are only the tip of the sonically explosive iceberg, that is “Unbroken” . In addition to releasing Unbroken, which hits Bandcamp for digital release on Friday, January 31, The band will also unleash a CD unveiling and record release party on Saturday, February 15 at Thirsty First in Lowell, alongside Derek Smith and the Cosmic Vultures and Adios Fatso. Along the way to  the live show, the music video for “A Drink Before The War” debuts on YouTube on Tuesday, February 11.  

Falsely Accused ( drummer , Mike Azzolino; bassist and vocalist Matt Tavano; and guitarist Mark Young ) are generating a well deserved buzz, including being mentioned in WBUR, Boston’s NPR – Winter Music Guide

“It’s been three years since our last record and to say we’re excited to get our new music out into the world would be an understatement,” admits Tavano. “We worked hard to create a record with new ideas, new sounds and concepts, not just rehashing the same sound from Compression. As we evolve, so must the music.” 

Recorded and engineered by Steve Aliperta at Kennedy Studios in Burlington, Massachusetts, and mastered by Dominik Honold at Protonaut Studios in Erkelenz, Germany, Unbroken is the sound of a band finding its groove-rock rhythm, but also its lyrical voice. Tavano wrote the lyrics on Compression as a reflection of him facing death and the inner, psychological emotions that come with it. 

We found ourselves constantly replaying “Unbroken“ We loved the post grunge groove on “Castaway” between the soul moving vocals and the incredible guitar work , this song is phenomenal.

“Drifting”, showcases Falsely Accused brilliant ability to take a simple melody and build on it to the point where it is a magnificent musical composition.

The closing track, “Soul Crushing “ is a true musical opus, that takes your mind body and soul on an unbelievable musical journey. It is the perfect way to close out a stunningly spectacular EP.

Sam Robbins Delivers Stunningly Emotional New Single and Video, “What A Little Love Can Do”

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We recently had the amazing opportunity to check out the new single and video for “What A little Love Can Do” from New England based singer-songwriter Sam Robbins. You can listen to “What A little Love Can Do” on Spotify Here and Apple Music HereYou can also watch the video below

“What A little Love Can Do” from Sam Robbins, is a brilliantly written emotionally filled song that we felt draw to instantly .

Sam shares, shares, “The song was written from a moment. I had spent most of the year on the road, and had just made it back to Nashville from a long run of shows when I heard that there had been a shooting near my house. I was home alone all day after an amazing trip, visiting places that felt so different from where I had grown up in NH, and I started strumming. The song just flowed from there, and I think that’s where the simple, direct nature of the lyrics and message came from – just trying to be in the moment and capture my feelings in a very divided world.”

“What a Little Love Can Do” is the leading single off of his forthcoming album “So Much I Still Don’t See” Sam comments , “It is based around my touring over the past four years – driving 45,000 miles per year, meeting so many people from so many different backgrounds and perspectives than me, a guy in his 20’s from New Hampshire,” 

The miles and experience gained along with Sam’s talent as a gifted songwriter/ storyteller make him an artist that is on the rise .

Robbins is a 2021 Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk contest winner, a 2022 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival “Most Wanted to Return” artist, and later a solo mainstage performer at each festival in 2023 and 2024. We have a feeling that Sam is on his way to many more awards .

Sam heads back out on the road on January, 19th you can check out dates Here

Falsely Accused Deliver Wicked New Single “Witches”

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We recently had the amazing opportunity to check out the new single “Witches” from New England alternative trio Falsely Accused. You can listen to “Witches” on Spotify Here, Apple Music Here And on Bandcamp Here

We were instantly mesmerized by the devilishly wicked and hypnotic sounds of “Witches” Falsely Accused has crafted a beyond memorable groove on “Witches” , that will stay with you long after the music has faded.

Normally, releasing a single called “Witches” in October would allude to some spooky, Halloween-related themes. But for bassist and vocalist Matt Tavano, the origin story of these “Witches” is rooted in something far more scary – where a sense of dread from an impending physical confrontation is augmented by the fact that most of the general public is becoming increasingly unhinged.  

‘Witches’ is about a road rage incident I was involved in a couple years ago that quickly escalated into a roadside robbery,” Tavano admits. “As the scenario was playing out it seemed like violence was going to be unavoidable. But with a little luck, everyone went home in one piece, even the bad guys. It was, as they say, a wicked nail biter.” 

Tavano won’t get too deep into the specifics beyond that. But one part of the tense ordeal stuck with him so much, he took it to the band – rounded out by Mike Azzolino on drums, percussion, and backup vocals; and Mark Young on guitar and backup vocals – and soon the seeds for what would become “Witches” were planted. 

Where the explosive “A Drink Before the War” leaned into the Falsely Accused’s newfound heaviness, raising the volume on a post-grunge sound while steering away from the bluesy swamp rock muck heard on their 2021 debut album Compression, “Witches” finds a middle ground between the two eras. Both are linked by the power-riff for the emerging rock trio, which formed just before the pandemic as Young completed the lineup after Tavano and Azzolino were looking for a fresh start after a previous project faded out

Written and performed by Falsely Accused, “Witches” was recorded and engineered by Steve Aliperta at Kennedy Studios in Burlington, Massachusetts, and mastered by Dominik Honold at Protonaut Studios in Erkelenz, Germany. 

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“Witches” from Falsely Accused is both a sonic and melodic marvel that showcases a band that is firing on all cylinders-Bravo

Falsely Accused Offer Up A Full Glass Of Heavy , Soulful Alt Rock With Latest Single “A Drink Before The War”

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Artwork by Matt Tavano

We recently had the amazing good fortune to check out the new single “A Drink Before The War” from New England alternative rock band Falsely Accused. You can listen to “A Drink Before The War “ on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here and on Bandcamp Here

Falsely Accused absolutely shines while delivering a well defined heavy and soulfull alt-rock sound on their new single “A Drink Before The War “ and we absolutely love it. The heavy sound from Falsely Accused is music to our ears .

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The riff-fueled track arrives the day the power trio performs live at Thirty First in Lowell, and begins a series of new releases that lead to a new EP arriving in early 2025.

Show poster by Sam Pitino of Answerman

“A Drink Before the War,” Falsely Accused’s first new music since 2021 debut album Compression and the following year’s holiday single “Northbound (For Christmas),” takes its title from Dennis Lehane’s 1994 crime novel of the same name, and is a rallying cry for those we do battle with as we go through our daily lives.      

“I think about ‘A Drink Before the War’ as a love song,” admits vocalist and bassist Matt Tavano. “I wrote the words for my wife. It’s about finding the person you’re going to spend your life with and then fighting life’s battles together. Sometimes I’ve found that before we’ve had to do a hard thing together, it’s good to take a moment, gather our collective strength, and then get after it. A quiet moment before the fight. I think every couple has had those moments.” 

“A Drink Before The War” was written and performed by Falsely Accused.Recorded and Engineered by Steve Aliperta at Kennedy Studios in Burlington, MA and mastered by Dominik Honold at Protonaut Studios in Erkelenz, Germany

“A Drink Before The War” is a freaking great song from a freaking great band . Don’t miss this one.

Falsely Accused is:

Mike Azzolino: Drums, percussion, and backup vocals 

Matt Tavano: Bass and lead vocals  

Mark Young: Guitar and backup vocals