Lady Soul by Aretha Franklin
Buy Lady Soul Entering 1968 Aretha Franklin was on the verge of pop superstardom following a string of hits throughout 1967. The January 1968 release […]
The Times, They Were a Changin’
Buy The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan Buy The Times They are a Changin’ “The songs are there. They exist all by themselves just waiting for someone […]
Dr. John’s Gumbo
Buy Dr. John’s Gumbo In 1972, Dr. John released his iconic tribute to New Orleans music, Dr. John’s Gumbo. This fifth album by this artist […]
Tracy Chapman
Buy Tracy Chapman Tracy Chapman’s self-titled 1988 debut album was an immediate and huge critical and commercial success. In fact, this acoustic-based record of original […]
Female Artists Headline the 2018 Briggs Farm Lineup
On July 5-8, 2018, the 21st Annual Briggs Farm Blues Festival will take place in Nescopeck, PA and will feature a total of 22 live […]
Spring 2018 Select Seven
Spring 2018 Select Seven Roots Rock Review’s brief look at seven new releases, featuring Alpha Mule, Charles Bonnett III, Eric Gales, Professor Louie & the […]
Please Please Me by The Beatles
When you consider the incredible body of recorded work The Beatles would release over the next seven years of their productive career, Please Please Me […]
Fire Dancer by Beau + Luci
From Southern Georgia comes the duo Beau + Luci who pleasantly blend modern country and Gospel with pop elements to forge their distinctive sound. They […]
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. […]