Spotify Launches in America

The popular European music player, Spotify, launched in the U.S. today. They sent out a limited number of invitations to those in their email signup, and will slowly expand through invite only for the time being. Although those willing to pay a small fee can access the player right now. So, just like Google+ most of us will have to wait in yet another online invite line.

Kasey Chambers "Little Bird" now available

We're excited to announce that Kasey Chambers' award-winning record "Little Bird" is now available everywhere!  This is a brilliantly diverse record of Americana album has already gairned rave reviews from critics in Australia in America alike.

• Preview a couple of songs here
• Buy CD from Amazon
• Download from iTunes
• Download from AmazonMP3

If you're not in the U.S., you can find the MP3 album in the iTunes store for your region.

New Marty Stuart Documentary

The new documentary “Marty Stuart in Philadelphia Mississippi” was released on Hulu.com yesterday. This thirty minute video chronicles the rich life of this Country music icon as it focuses on the influence that his family and growing up in Philadelphia, Mississippi had on his music and his new album. The documentary features early home recordings of Marty as well as new releases from his album “Ghost Train-The Studio B Sessions”, accompanied with footage and photos of Marty’s life and career. The touching look into his personal story reminds one of the influences his porch picking roots has on his music. A fun story of success from the simplest of beginnings, “Marty Stuart in Philadelphia Mississippi” is a must see for any true country music fan.

Jim Lauderdale - Reason and Rhyme - Now Available

Can there be too much of a good thing? If the question’s about collaboration between American roots music hero Jim Lauderdale and legendary lyricist Robert Hunter, the answer’s an emphatic “no!” Marking the former’s debut on the respected Sugar Hill records label, Reason And Rhyme makes a compelling case for the continued vitality of the Lauderdale—Hunter partnership—and for Lauderdale’s unique and deeply satisfying approach to bluegrass.

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Jim Lauderdale Pre-Order

Jim Lauderdale's brand new record "Reason And Rhyme" is now available for pre-order at JimLauderdale.com and in Jim's Facebook store!

The record comes out everywhere on June 21st, but by placing your pre-order, you can get an instant download of two songs from the record, along with two EXCLUSIVE MP3s of memorable performances by Jim at Nashville's Music City Roots. By placing your order early, you also have your choice of several bundles that include:

• Album downloads - available as high-quality MP3, FLAC, or Apple Lossless

• "Reason And Rhyme" CDs personally signed by Jim

• Limited-edition Jim Lauderdale "Reason And Rhyme" T-Shirts - 100% Combed Ringspun Cotton. Super-soft, lightweight, slim-fit tees.

Nick 13 debut out now!

Nick 13’s self-titled debut album for Sugar Hill Records is officially available today. This record demonstrates the sound and artistic vision that has already earned him invitations to Stagecoach, Austin City Limits and SXSW. For those unfamiliar with Nick 13, he's got a vintage Americana sound with a west coast influence... with great pedal steel by Lloyd Green and Greg Leisz throughout the record. Download a free track below!

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Nick 13 debut - pre-order now

We are excited to announce that you can pre-order Nick 13's brand new solo record right now over at www.nick13.com. Nick 13 blends classic honky-tonk, California country, rockabilly and Americana. The record, out on June 7th, is available in some sweet limited edition vinyl.

Sarah Jarosz Full Album Stream on NPR First Listen

We are excited to announce that NPR Music is offering a full stream of Sarah Jarosz's May 17th release Follow Me Down on their website for the next couple of weeks!

Click here to listen to Follow Me Down in its entirety. Make sure to add a comment at the bottom of the page, and share the link with your friends on Facebook and Twitter!

Tara Nevins Releases "Wood and Stone"

Tara Nevins is a versatile, experienced, and creative force in the roots music community. Having spent twenty-one years at the helm of Donna The Buffalo, she has continually refined her songwriting and performing style to embrace a mixture of influences, from old-time and bluegrass to zydeco, blues, and rock and roll. Wood And Stone, her first solo release in twelve years, showcases her ever-evolving repertoire as she journeys both back to her own “roots” and headlong into new territory.

Buy the album:

Itunes: http://www.itunes.com/taranevins
Amazon: http://amzn.to/lcEglg