You might find yourself succumbing to shorthand hyperbole when trying to describe Rose Delta Rising, Nick Jonah Davis’ remarkable new album. Ry Cooder joining Pentangle? Peter Green playing on Bryter Layter? Sonic Youth covering Avocet? Rose Delta Rising can stand up to any such fanciful daydreams, but it adds up to much more than just music nerd wish fulfillment, delivering a highly personalized and singular listening experience.
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New Transfigurations: Recent / Recommended 21st Century Guitar Music
A handy roundup of some recent and recommended releases from the guitar underground, ranging from classic Takoma School fingerpicking to otherworldly ambient excursions.