Spring 2017 Select Seven
Welcome to a brand new periodic feature on Roots Rock Review where we will glance at select albums that were recently released. Moved to Duarte […]
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Chuck Berry in the 1950s
This past week the world lost an original music legend and rock pioneer when Chuck Berry passed away at age 90. A native of St. […]
Detroitville by Nick Pivot
Proud motor city resident Nick Pivot released his debut Detroitville in 2015. This pure country, slightly comical EP features well produced songs with simple, accessible […]
The Tinker’s Dream
by Chris Murphy
“Irish Fiddle Music” is stamped on the CD cover of Chris Murphy’s latest release, The Tinker’s Dream. However, that phrase may not aptly describe what […]
Elvis’ Christmas Album
Released during the height of Elvis Presley‘s initial popularity, the original 1957 release Elvis’ Christmas Album found popularity both initially and through the subsequent decades. […]
Where the Lore Began
by Jeremiah Tall
Pennsylvania native Jeremiah Tall is a roots musician who draws musical inspiration from the mountains and great outdoors while his lyrics range from the tall […]
Bob Dylan Wins Nobel Prize
In an unprecedented move, Bob Dylan has become the first musical composer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature on Thursday, October 13th. Although Dylan […]
Chris Murphy, Musical Zen
Combining an ecosystem of rich musical influences with a passion to create and perform, Chris Murphy is in the process of unleashing a tidal force […]
Pennsylvania Blues Festival
Formerly known as the Pocono Blues Festival, the Pennsylvania Blues Festival will celebrate its 25th annual show at Split Rock Resort in Lake Harmony, PA, […]