​For decades I have been proclaiming that the Scandinavian countries are bursting with musical talent. The artists who operate in the roots genres have more than amply convinced me of that, as has this Swedish/Danish formation The Kokomo Kings. 'A Drive-By Love Affair' is already their fourth album and let's pour clear wine right away. 'A Drive-By Love Affair' is one of the top albums in the roots rock genre that saw the light this year.
Although the songs are deeply rooted in the blues, the band still manages to give it its own touch by adding rock 'n' roll. The Kokomo Kings do not go down well-trodden roads, but they choose a new road, which we can certainly call 'Kokomo Kings Road'.
Moreover, illustrator Henrique San has once again provided the album with a handsome cover. Does 'A Drive-By Love Affair' deserve the label of absolute recommendation? Definitely and in my annual list The Kokomo Kings have already reserved their place.

​Like the bandname suggests: it bangs and it takes you not only by the balls.  Great melodic rocksongs with a lot of catchy rhythms and soulful emotion.

​'Witches, Spooks, Ghouls, Murder and Chaos!' are the inevitable ingredients for a successful Halloween and also form the subtitle of 'Hallowscream!', with which the Atomicat label is releasing a new Halloween-related album. This party, which came over from America, has also been established with us for quite some time. Of course, this also includes an adapted soundtrack. 'Hallowscream!' fits seamlessly with the previously released albums 'Satan's Holiday', 'Black Halloween' and 'The Mojo Man's Halloween Party'. Let's go to dark places where vampires and strange creatures, to their delight, consume the blood of their victims to become immortal themselves. In the background, the 30 tracks of this album ensure that the cries of fear of their victims are drowned out.
All tracks were recorded in the second half of the fifties and early sixties. Tracks that remain highly enjoyable even after Halloween. Imagine that the curtains are drawn, the rain is tapping against the window, the lightning bolts illuminate your darkened room sporadically and ‘Hallowscream!’ sounds loudly through your room. Enjoy!

His foot-stampin', butt shakin' sound is almost a trademark for Mark Cameron. These ten original songs take you on an unforgettable journey through the blues and all aspects around it. In addition to many special guests, vocalist/guitarist Marc Cameron will be backed by drummer Dan Schroeder, harp virtuoso Rick Miller, bassist Scott Lundberg and Sheri Cameron on saxophone, washboard, congas, shaker and flute. Luchtige en divergerende blues.
Highly recommended release..!

​This new album from Sequentia Legenda, or Laurent Schrieber, contains electronic music in the style of the Berlin school. It’s a portal to a new horizon and brings you dreams, softness and serenity. 

​This debut album by the Ramon van Merkenstein trio contains original compositions, and combines traditional with experimental styles. Sometimes melodic and sometimes surprising. 

​With his album 'For The Light In Thy Heart', released in 2017, Dries Bongaerts managed to place himself at the top of our own singer/songwriters. We are now four years later and he is releasing the successor 'Soothing Green'. The album contains 13 songs that once again show Dries' talent and craftsmanship. Qualities that emerge in both his lyrics and his musical setting. His world is one where superficiality and monotony are taboo, but where creating art with a capital 'K' is paramount.
With 'Soothing Green' Dries Bongaerts proves once again that you can distinguish yourself as a singer/songwriter. He achieves this by packaging his beautiful lyrics in arrangements that make his songs blossom. Dries is a singer/songwriter who effortlessly unites both lovers of great lyrics and musical fans.

​Contemporary soul from France with roots in the past. A mixture of deep soul, Northern dance and soul from the legendary Hi studios, with a dash of New York hip hop. Rather nice!

​Now there's Malford Milligan's new pitch 'I was A Witness' on the Suburban Records label. Milligan quickly entered the studio together with some top Dutch musicians. Jack Hustinx took the producer's chair and also provides some songs with his acoustic strings. Roel Spanjers (Hammond B3, piano, accordion), guitarist Eric van Dijsseldonk, drummer/percussionist Fokke de Jong and bassist Roelof Klijn form The Southern Aces. Milligan really has a heavenly soul throat. Malford Milligan preaches himself as an intelligent and talented soul preacher. But one with style, with class

Following on from the Bear Family's 'Heading For The Christmas Ball', released last year, that album will receive a successor with 'Here Comes Santa Claus, 29 Swinging Chestnuts'. This album also contains 29 tracks that include swing jazz, rhythm & blues and light pop. In addities to the well-known songs, this CD also contains a number of rare recordings that are also being released on CD for the first time. A total of 29 songs that will appeal to both the danceable and the more relaxed Christmas lovers.
‘Here Comes Santa Claus, 29 Swinging Chestnuts’ is not just another Christmas album, filled with songs that you already have in your collection several timet. The thoughtful mix of classic songs, supplemented with rare tracks and surprising versions of well-known songs, make this album the ideal soundtrack for the coming Christmas season.

​The fusion that City Weezle dares to present on N°2 sounds familiar and experimental at the same time. So if you are open for a challenge (and if you are a Zappa addict)...have fun!

​The release 'Best Of' is a grandiose synopsis on the musical career of Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado.

​Although the release 'Shine A Light On Me Brother' has a lot of hopeful songs, Robert Jon & The Wreck does not shy away from sensitive subjects. Robert Jon & The Wreck are one of the best Southern blues rock bands in the world. The musical mastery is mundane and the songs are great. ‘Shine A Light On Me Brother’ is an overwhelming release. 

​Inspiring and mesmerising tribal sounds with a lick of trance and psyche.  Only a ‘luunatic’ will not be impressed.  Great debut!

​The album 'Rose-Colored Glasses' Vol 1 by Teresa James & The Rhythm Tramps is a record that encompasses everything. This is a frequent culmination point as well musically and lyrically.
The tight backing band is the ideal guideline for Teresa's strict but oh so melodic vocal timbre.

​This is the first album in a new trilogy by multi-instrumentalist Brian Culbertson. Songs about passion, romance and sensuality make up an album that is worth treasuring. But we’re used to this high standard of quality. Highly recommended Brian! 

Tom has been praised for his alt-blues sound for years. He is successful as a solo act, is active with the band Storehouse and has a solid reputation as a producer and session artist. The record 'Wood & Waste' is a cult album. Anarchist influences are almost the trademark for Tom Rodwell. Each song has a contrasting feel, and that's what makes this record so special. Great..!

​Unusual collaboration between two musical giants, also a combination of two different cultures. Mesmerising is the least you can say.

​This Christmas EP from American jazz singer June Bisantz contains 6 tracks by American composers Connie Pearce & Arnold Miller from 1960-61. It’s a fine, cool jazz celebration of winter and the upcoming holidays!

​With volume 4 we come to the end of the 'Motorvatin'' mini-series with songs from the 'Green Book' period. With this volume, compiler Little Victor wishes to pay tribute to those who paved the way for the African-American community to participate in the automotive sector and racing, and more specifically to Wendell Scott (1921-1990), one of the first African-American racing drivers in the world. the NASCAR. He was also the first African-American to win a race in the Grand National Series, the highest level of NASCAR. Sadly, he passed away without getting the official trophy.
As this series confirms, again 28 tracks that have the car as a source of inspiration. Obviously a lot of catchy rhythm & blues and blues.

​Luca Kiella is an energetic blues, soul and funky singer-songwriter. He is also a Hammond organ and piano virtuoso, who is also sailed with a heavenly throat. Luca recently won an award and is now promoting his second release. The record, which was recorded in Chicago, has a lot of southern accents. It is the successor to the successful EP 'Figure It Out' from 2019.
Bring on the gumbo now.. Great stuff!

​Myrdiin goes back to the essence of flamenco guitar chords. It is inspired by the classical and southern sound palette of Spain. He wisely omits the palillos (castanets), just like the passionate vocals. Myrddin plays with a passionate Gitanos. This with a surplus of technique that gives him every opportunity to play flamenco. Myrddin thus interweaves easy jazz and classical elements in his sound, a sound that takes you into a world of emotion, integrity and affection. Myrddin experiments on his strings and the changes in tempo, which keep everything so timeless and fascinating. It is almost a poetry…!

​A classic piano piece based on Nick Drake’s album Pink Moon.  Demian’s dream came true and he did a great job.

​The release  “Welcome to the Land” coming out October 15 in all the digital outlets! Together the duo creates a new sound that is a mixture of North Mississippi hill country blues, Memphis blues, soul and rock. They opened for guitar legend Eric Gales, played at many festivals and jammed in between the old-school busking on South Main, which marks a return to the heyday of Memphis music. Damion Pearson (vocals and harmonica) and Cameron Kimbrough (vocals, drums, guitar) are now promoting their new full-length 'Welcome To The Land'. The nine songs were recorded at the legendary Sun Studios in Memphis and produced by Aki Kumar, a Little Village artist who is also a highly respected harpplayer/vocalist The tight song 'Who's Gonna Ride' is like kicking in an open door for Kimbrough/Pearson. The hypnotic sound also nails itself almost immediately in songs like 'Groove With Me' and the instrumental 'I'm Mad', with a big nod to Muddy Water's electrified guitar groove. Old-school blues, swampy songs and Memphis-tinged blues... this is a highly recommended album! Hell yeah..replay please!