In this column I highlight a new tribute to Patsy Cline, as well as new audio titles featuring Chris Vincent & The Raw Deals, Green Apple Quick Step and Wild Mountain Mystics.
Title: Walkin' After Midnight: The Music of Patsy Cline (Mercury Studios)
You might like if you enjoy: Mickey Guyton, Crystal Gayle, Grace Potter, Pam Willis, Ashley McBryde, Pat Benatar
Tell me more: Country music singer Patsy Cline was one of the 20th century's most influential artists despite her relatively brief recording career (she sadly died in a plane crash on March 5, 1963 at the age of 30). Now a star-studded tribute concert filmed at the legendary Ryman Auditorium in Nashville in 2024 has been released as a Blu-ray+CD title available now. The parade of inspired covers of Cline hits on the first half of the title ranges from Mickey Guyton's bluesy take on the 1950s hit "Walking' After Midnight," Tami Neilson's affecting take on "Three Cigarettes in An Ashtray" and Crystal Gayle's emotive delivery of the ballad "Always" to Grace Potter's bewitching take on the jazzy "Strange" and Wynonna's soaring take on "Sweet Dreams." Late disc standouts include Ashley McBryde's heartfelt "Leaving' On Your Mind," Kristin Chenoweth's deeply felt "I Fall to Pieces," Mandy Barnett's tearful "Why Can't He Be You," and a blues-soaked take on "Imagine That" featuring Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo. Artists from a number of musical genres are represented on the outstanding concert recording. Information: patsycline.com.
Title: Good Crook (Chris Vincent Music)
You might like if you enjoy: Delta blues, Bob Dylan, Michael Ubaldini
Tell me more: New Orleans-based bluesman Chris Vincent's freewheeling style shines across the 12-track Good Crook, an album which was recorded in a mere two sessions (one with New Orleans jazz drummer Johnny Vidacovich, the other stripped down with just Vincent and his beloved 1947 Gibson L7 guitar). Chris Vincent & The Raw Deals also features Vidacovich on drums and Dean Zucchero on bass guitar; all dozen cuts were all written by Vincent. There is a palpable honesty to the songwriting and performances captured on the disc, with Vincent addressing the darkest corners of his life. Gems range from the opening title track and literate "Come Clean" to the poetic spoken word-flavored "Bloody Mary Monday Morning," bewitching "Skinned Knees," gorgeous love song "What Johnny Said" and slide guitar-anchored "New Orleans, My Darling. Information: ChrisVincentNewOrleans.com.
Title: Dizzy: The Medicine Label Anthology (Omnivore Recordings)
You might like if you enjoy: Pearl Jam, Stone Temple Pilots
Tell me more: Dizzy: The Medicine Label Anthology is an outstanding two-disc compilation produced by Cheryl Pawelski featuring studio and concert performances featuring Green Apple Quick Step. The collection features all of the post-grunge Seattle band's recordings tracked for The Medicine Label from 1993-1995, which includes the albums Wonderful Virus and Reloaded. The double CD contains 13 bonus tracks, four of which are previously unissued. Highlights on the title include the searing dream-swept "Broken," acoustic "Ludes and Cherrybombs," fiery "Bottle," thundering "Feel My Way," psychedelic foray "Hotel Wisconsin," reflective "T.V. Girl," and lovely "Underwater." The impressive packaging features new liner notes from Joe Marchese, including a new interview with lead vocalist Ty Willman. Additionally, both Wonderful Virus and Reloaded have just been reissued on color vinyl. Information: OmnivoreRecordings.com.
Title: Fire & Honey (Blackbird Records)
You might like if you enjoy: Neil Young, Fairport Convention, Nils Lofgren
Tell me more: Americana duo Wild Mountain Mystics have just released their long-awaited debut Fire & Honey. A warm and inviting collection of 10 songs greet listeners on the outstanding debut featuring the talented California-based musical duo — Rick Deering (vocals/guitars/bass/drums) and Lisa Miller (vocals/mandolin/keyboards/banjo/electric sitar). The breezy opener "Fire & Honey" is melodic at its core and is adorned by a sumptuous arrangement featuring guitar, mandolin, keyboards, bass and drums. What follows is a parade of strong originals, ranging from the playful country-styled "If You Can Bluff," harmonies-anchored "Love Takes Over The Night," probing genre-blending "Hangin' On A Star," country rocker "Love Is The Law" and an absolutely captivating Americana-styled version of the Beatles classic "All You Need Is Love." Information: WildMountainMystics.com.
Robert Kinsler
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