The Tedeschi Trucks Band returned in 2026 and brought their sixth studio album, Future Soul (Swamp Family Music/Fantasy Records). Much like their previous releases, Tedeschi Trucks Band come out of the gates swinging with the Meters-inspired New Orleans funk groove of “Crazy Cryin’” and then immediately take a sharp turn into the backroads southern roots folk/rock vibe of “I Got You.” After just two songs, I felt like I was settling in for what would be one hell of a ride. Continue reading
Rock ‘n Roll quintet Bad Touch, hailing from Norfolk, England, are back with their fifth album, Bittersweet Satisfaction (Marshall Records). This time round they spent half a year making the record, tempering their balls-to-the-wall rock with polished hooks and a healthy portion of soul, the end result being a more rounded, earthy Classic Rock that still has plenty of bite. Continue reading
It’s a soulful, heavy trip with Texan quartet Duel. Formed largely from the ashes of Groove rockers Scorpion Child, new album Valley Of Shadows (Heavy Psych Sounds) is their third album in three years but despite the prolific nature, there remains a certain impact from the tracks on offer here. Continue reading