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Things We Like	Artist - Title (Label)	Release Date	Home	CD	MP3	status
	I See Hawks In L.A. – “Live and Never Learn” (Western Seeds) *** For years among the foremost purveyors of cosmic country rock, the 8th album by this California group will satisfy its fans and earn some new ones.	06-29-18				2
	Paul Cauthen – “Have Mercy EP” (Lightning Rod) *** Funky gospel-tinged country soul featuring Cauthen’s barrelhouse baritone that reminds us of Elvis.	06-22-18				3
	Gene Clark – “Gene Clark Sings For You” (Omnivore) **** 1967 recordings by our favorite Byrd after he left the group, includes previously unknown tracks he recorded and gave to like-minded group The Rose Garden.	06-15-18				1
	Nick Lowe – “Tokyo Bay/Crying Inside” (Yep Roc) ***** Has “The King of Pop” moniker been taken? This 4-song EP with perfect backing by Los Straitjackets makes the case that Nick Lowe is as good as he’s ever been: the best.	06-15-18				1
	The Rose Garden – “A Trip Through The Rose Garden” (Omnivore) **** Essential collection for fans of early folk-rock. Includes tracks from this L.A. quintet’s sole album release in 1968 plus bonus material.	06-15-18				1
	Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore – “Downey to Lubbock” (Yep Roc) **** Roots music veterans are a highly engaging duo, as Gilmore’s high lonesome warble complements Alvin’s gruff baritone and guitar chops.	06-01-18				1
	Neko Case – “Hell-On” (Anti/Epitaph) *** Joined by a talented cast of guest stars, Case’s vocal prowess continues to blow us away. Deep and complex, this one sounds better with repeated listening.	06-01-18				2
	Ruen Brothers – “All My Shades of Blue” (Ramseur) *** Impressive debut by UK lads inspired by Everly Brothers and Roy Orbison, but suffers a bit from Rick Rubin’s over-production. Great potential for these siblings, though.	06-01-18				2
	The Love-birds – “In The Lover’s Corner” (Trouble In Mind) *** Lots of strummy guitars (a la Lemonheads’ “It’s A Shame About Ray”), layered with jagged guitars. Here’s to indie rock with guitars! We’re in the lover’s corner.	05-25-18				3
	Del McCoury Band – “Del McCoury Still Sings Bluegrass” (McCoury) *** Del is a living legend and the last of a breed. Arguably the greatest bluegrass singer of all-time, he and his family band have scored another ringer.	05-25-18				3