Ripley Johnson has graced us again with “Earth Trip”, the third release from his solo project. It’s a beautiful album that is truly a billet-doux to the natural world. It’s impossible not to be lifted and carried away to calm with this one.
“Earth Trip” is out now on Thrill Jockey, though last I checked inventory was low and going fast. It was recorded by Colin Stewart at The Hive, mixed by Cooper Crain at Electrical Audio, and mastered for all formats by Amy Dragon.
Rose City Band is unfurling their sophomore release "Summerlong" and it arrives to us in apt perfection as our summer season blooms forth. This album embodies a long perfect sunny clear sky day. There is just so much to love about this album; it's country twang that meanders into surf, psych, and folk territory. This release is easily one of my favorites of this year. Ripley Johnson's masterful songwriting and performances will put you at ease and roll away the dew in no time. Do yourself a favor, and don't sleep on this one. Or do, while rocking gently in a hammock...
"Summerlong" is available for purchase through Thrill Jockey. It was mastered for download, streaming, and vinyl by Amy Dragon.
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