Multi-platinum artist Sam Bettens has just released a country-Americana album to the world, taking a new step in his already rich career. Widely praised for his musicality and enthusiasm, Bettens proves once again why he still belongs on the biggest stages. Only a true artist stands the test of time, and although Bettens already has a rich career, this album breathes a youthful freshness, infused with the maturity and unvarnished truth of an experienced songwriter.
Perhaps it was his 15-year stay in East Tennessee that made this transition from alternative rock to Americana so effortless for Bettens. Call it country or Americana, this album just makes you want to pack your bags and take a road trip through the rural south of the States.
Bettens is still half of K's Choice, the band with which he has been traveling the world with his brother since he was nineteen. But even K's Choice had its Americana and melancholic singer-songwriter moments and it is wonderful to see that side of Bettens in the spotlight now.
This is the kind of record for which vinyl has made a comeback. Drop the needle, pour yourself a generous splash of whiskey, close your eyes and let Bettens' voice do the rest.