DC Larson's JUKEBOX JURY

Capsule reviews by a jury of one: Iowa journalist/author DC Larson. Rockabilly, Psychobilly, Blues, Alternative, Western Swing, R and B, Punk, Swing, Hillbilly, Glam, Americana. DC Larson's retro science fiction writing blog, from which the Eddie Atomic Space Adventures are available, is RETRO RIFF BOOKS. And his political writings one is AMERICAN SCENE MAGAZINE. Both are also on Blogspot. All original content on these three blogs is under author copyright.

Sunday, March 30, 2025

Ali and the Hilljack Stompers

Made In Exile

(Exile East)

Ali and the Hilljack Stompers have recently enjoyed airwaves spin alongside the Chop Tops, Hot Rod Walt & the Psycho Devilles, and the Whiskey Daredevils. To rank in that fast company, a group must themselves be of eminent mettle. Ali and friends easily meet the rock-ribbed measure, but the three also embark on an intriguing trek across landscapes whose hues, textures, depths, and plateaus provoke unceasing wonderment. Creativity breathes, here.

Recommended: "The Barker At Carnivale," "Spin," "Love Song," "We Got the Beat," "Cheddar," "Sick," "Tags," "Burn," "Itsy Bitsy," "This Time"

Videos: "Spin" "Cheddar" "Burn"