DownTown Mystic draws inspiration from rock ’n’ roll pioneer Dion on the captivating new single “Maybe Love’s A Crime.” Built around a classic shuffle, the track combines bluesy rhythmic drive, walking bass, and expressive piano with the warmth of vintage American rock. Songwriter and producer Robert Allen embraces the influence of Dion without sacrificing the […]
Rick W Mercer Makes Rockabilly Romance Irresistible With “That Sexy Thing You Do”
A swinging rockabilly groove packed with vintage character. Rick W Mercer turns classic influences into a fresh romantic statement. Walking bass and twangy guitars create an effortless dance-floor pulse. A deep crooning vocal gives the flirtation genuine emotional warmth. “That Sexy Thing You Do” celebrates attraction with charm, confidence, and irresistible swing Rick W Mercer […]
Paul Robert Thomas Makes His Case as Rockabilly’s Sharpest Lyricist With “Rockabilly Boys & Girls”
Where most rockabilly records trade in atmosphere alone, Thomas brings wit, heartbreak, and social commentary to the party. This album raises the bar for the entire genre. There is a particular kind of devotion that only certain music genres inspire, a total, lifestyle-consuming surrender to a sound and an era that feels more alive than […]
Ten Tracks, Zero Filler: Paul Robert Thomas Delivers the Rockabilly Album of the Year with ‘Rockabilly Boy’
With shimmering guitars, hip-swaying rhythms, and lyrics sharp enough to draw blood, Rockabilly Boy is the record that proves great songwriting has no genre ceiling. Rockabilly has always been a music of myths: fast cars, rebel hearts, drive-in romance, and the eternal war between conformity and the open road. What it has rarely been is […]
Rick W Mercer Revives Roots Rock & Blues Swagger with “4 Door Sexy Beast”
There is something quietly defiant about Rick W Mercer. In a musical climate obsessed with immediacy and spectacle, Mercer moves with the patience of someone who understands that real songs are not assembled, they are earned. Based in Southern Ontario, he stands as a working guitarist, studio musician, and songwriter whose output is rooted in […]
DownTown Mystic’s “One More Chance” Celebrates Resilience Through Music
In an era where musical authenticity often feels like an endangered species, DownTown Mystic emerges as a shining beacon of handcrafted rock and roll. With seven releases in 2024, the prolific roots rocker closed a banner year by blazing into 2025 with “One More Chance,” a single that masterfully intertwines nostalgia, positivity, and musical craftsmanship. […]
Rediscover Nostalgia with Ron Hamrick’s Anthem “I Remember Rock and Roll”
Ron Hamrick, a Virginia-based songwriting luminary with an illustrious international career, has once again captured the essence of timeless music with his latest single, “I Remember Rock and Roll.” A tribute to the golden age of rock, this track is more than just a song—it is a celebration of the spirit, energy, and cultural revolution […]
Inside DownTown Mystic’s ‘Better Day Digital 45’: A Tribute to Timeless Rock
As the year 2024 comes to a close, DownTown Mystic continues to make waves with their distinctive brand of roots-driven rock. Spearheaded by the multi-talented Robert Allen, the band has been on a creative high with the release of Rock’n’Roll 4 The Soul’ and its intimate companion, ‘Rock’n’Roll 4 The Soul: Acoustic Sessions’. Both projects […]
“Runnin’ Outta Road”: Marlon Hoffman & Davey Johnstone Bring Southern Rock Vibes
Runnin Outta Road the fierce new single performed by Marlon Hoffman & Davey Johnstone was written by Davey Johnstone (Elton John Band) and Rick Otto. The song is part of Hoffman’s upcoming album he co-produced with Johnstone HOLY MATTERS. “I’m running to the nearest record store to get this one. Marlon’s vocals are so honest […]
Ritchie Newton’s ‘Moments’ EP Released by NRT-Records Ahead of ‘Higher Power’
Ritchie Newton has said “Goodbye Germany” on German Television Station Vox several times. However, what he definitely won’t say goodbye to is his passion for Rock ‘N’ Roll. Since the 1980s, this versatile artist has made a name for himself in various musical projects such as Rozzloeffel, Lucifer, MASS, Pussy Lover, Hellfire, Georgia Molly Gang, […]
