David Erik Nelson

RECORD REVIEW: Kevin Lawson ‘Now is Perfect’

Kevin Lawson reminds us that “Now is Perfect” with his latest solo release. Kevin Lawson stepped onto a stage for the first time in the 5th grade and hasn’t stepped off since (well, minus a pandemic). On his new album, Now is Perfect, that experience shines both...

Record Review: The Rapture

The Rapture In The Grace of Your Love New York, NY “Intense grooves and forlorn vocals” The Rapture’s In The Grace of Your Love is their third full-length album and first in five years....

Record Review: Rose Polenzani

Rose Polenzani The Rabbit Somerville, MA “Songs like prayers” With a voice that could sing the devil to sleep, and an unparalleled ear for melody and harmony, it’s no surprise that Rose Polenzani's...

Record Review: Shantell Ogden

Shantell Ogden Stories Behind Songs Nashville, TN Ogden’s Stories Behind Songs is a leap forward from her last outing, with a sweet, clear delivery similar to Mindy Smith’s One Moment More and the...

Record Review: OONA

OONA Shhhhout! Oakland, CA “The Bay’s one and OONA” OONA’s description on Facebook reads “Music with TEETH.” In keeping up with that premise, the band’s newest album definitely sounds like they’re...

Record Review: Midnight Revival

Midnight Revival EP Atlanta, GA “The idea of ensemble revived” On their debut record, EP, Midnight Revival sounds like an ensemble. In the album’s five tracks, the band forgoes solos, busy hands,...

Record Review: Melissa Ferrick

Melissa Ferrick Still Right Here Boston, MA “A fine entry in a great catalog” On her first studio album in five years, Melissa Ferrick sings, "I don't like being criticized/so please hold your...