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WILDER WOODS CURIOSO
Catching his creative breath with the alter ego Wilder Woods, NEEDTOBREATHE frontman Bear Rinehart returns for his third solo set, Curioso. Arranged like sonic trophies on a curio-cabinet shelf, throbbing rock anthems with jagged indie edges join high-achieving soul-folk and electro-pop. (Available February 7.)
THE WAR AND TREATY PLUS ONE
With a Valentine’s release from husband-and-wife duo The War And Treaty, a pair of vocal soulmates let loose in roaring country passion. With over 18 powerhouse tracks, their fourth album erupts in euphoric Stax soul, nomad rock, and roots balladry — bold, distinctive additions to an expanding format. (Available February 14.)
RON POPE AMERICAN MAN, AMERICAN MUSIC
Already renowned for unpretentious songcraft, Ron Pope cuts to chase with American Man, American Music — a gut punch of blue-collar balladry, full of “Made In the U.S.A.” grit. Pairing an asphalt vocal rasp with self-penned tales of struggle, his rustic heartland rock isn’t always pretty, but won’t lie. (Available February 14.)
JOEL TIMMONS PSYCHEDELIC SURF COUNTRY
With his first album as a solo act, Joel Timmons finds an off-kilter balance between mellow and manic on Psychedelic Surf Country. Never taking itself too seriously — yet finding insight all the same — a lean and wiry blend of hippy honky- tonk style makes for a delirious, counter-country gem.(Available February 7.)