This summer has been a much-needed break for many folks at Impact 89FM, and though I was not actively behind the mic, several emerging, staple and previously in-hiatus artists decorated this summer’s alt-country soundscape with captivating and groundbreaking twang.
Here are the Progressive Torch and Twang’s selections from the summer of 2023:
“Something To Look Forward To” – John P. Strohm
“Evicted” – Wilco
“Middle of the Morning” – Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit
“Nobody Wants a Lonely Heart” – Elizabeth Moen
“Knockin” – MJ Lenderman
“Lowland Trail” – Margo Cilker
“In Your Love” – Tyler Childers
“Take My Heart” – Florry
“Star of Bethlehem” – Neil Young
“Got Over It” – Michael Hurley
“Room in the City” – Kassi Valazza
“Could We, Canvey” – Spencer Cullum