Reviews music

An expanded edition of Brian Wilson and Van Dyke Parks's "Orange Crate Art," plus three noteworthy new releases.

'White Male Suffrage' by Those Fucking Snowflakes is the EP you didn't know you needed to listen to today. Buy and revel in the wonderful noise.

Expert production, addictive hooks, and amiable musicianship and vocalizing characterize both new albums from The Explorers Club, but I particularly like the covers collection.

Jeb Loy Nichols, a relatively obscure folk singer, delivers a gem. Plus, an album of Tom Waits covers and folk/bluegrass from Kristen Grainger & True North.

'South Front Street from Grayson Capps is a great opportunity to introduce yourself to one of America's best kept musical secrets.

A box set celebrates Iggy Pop's work with David Bowie. Plus music from John Craigie, Anthony Garcia, and Lee Gallagher.

Folksinger John McCutcheon delivers songs inspired by the pandemic. Plus, reissues from the Staples Singers and new music from LeRoux, the Wildmans and Anthony Geraci.

Dion dips into his blues bag. Plus, Americana from the Harmed Brothers, bluegrass from Nate Lee, and a folk/rock/country outing from Darlin' Brando.

Teddy Thompson's first solo album since 2016 is a winner. Plus, a stirring release from the Alan Lomax archives; new CDs from Joe Ely, G.F. Patrick, and Gravel & Grace; and an Elliott Murphy movie.

'New York at Night' from Willie Nile reflects his love for the city and its people. Its a great album from a wonderful musician and songwriter.