STEVE MOAKLER MAKE A LITTLE ROOM
After 15 years of doing more with less, indie country favorite Steve Moakler treats life like his favorite recliner and gets comfy on his new album Make A Little Room. Preaching post-pandemic presence with a soft touch of organic roots pop, an undervalued star takes his blessings to heart. (Available August 12.)
ALEXANDER LUDWIG HIGHWAY 99
Known for memorable parts in Vikings, Lone Survivor, and more, Alexander Ludwig slips into the role of his dreams on Highway 99 – but don’t call it acting. His full-length debut album features a nostalgic, early 2000s charm, casting Ludwig as one of country’s newest characters. (Available August 26.)
INGRID ANDRESS GOOD PERSON
Following her Grammy nominated debut, Ingrid Andress embraces country-plus eccentricity on Good Person. Nashville- style songwriting gets a sleek pop makeover, as Andress purposely pushes the genre’s buttons and bounds. After all, comfort is the enemy of personal growth. (Available August 26.)
MARCUS KING YOUNG BLOOD
Destined to reign over rock ‘n’ roll, Marcus King puts his power in action for Young Blood, ruling with an iron fist of fuzzed-out aggression. Aiming for brutal efficiency with producer Dan Auerbach (of the Black Keys), the guitar-slinging phenom fronts a balls-to-the-wall power trio. (Available August 26.)