In the recent article from daily.bandcamp.com, titled "The Best Country Music on Bandcamp, February 2025," Vermont holds a distinctive place through the mention of Olivia Lurrie, a musician who has transitioned from New York City to the Green Mountain State. Lurrie’s debut album, Sweetheart Of The BQE, exemplifies her commitment to classic honky-tonk sound while bringing a touch of urban influence from her previous home. The piece highlights how Vermont not only serves as a new backdrop for Lurrie’s artistry but also reflects a broader trend of artists reinterpreting country music through their unique experiences. This juxtaposition of rural heritage with urban dynamics underscores a central theme of the article: the evolving landscape of country music, where tradition meets innovation, enriching the genre’s diversity and reach.
Shawn Mullins Returns with Soul’s Core Revival & Live Brattleboro Show at Stone Church
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Shawn Mullins comes to Brattleboro’s Stone Church on Wednesday, October 8, for a special evening of acoustic storytelling and Americana songcraft. Best known for his 1998 breakout hit “Lullaby” and the AAA chart-topper “Beautiful Wreck,” Mullins has built a career weaving intimate folk ballads with widescreen Americana. He’s also co-written hits like Zac Brown Band’s “Toes” and appeared in supergroup The Thorns with Matthew Sweet and Pete Droge. In recent years, Mullins revisited his breakthrough album with the Soul’s Core Revival, offering new solo and full-band interpretations of the songs that defined his career. Opening the night is...
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