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The Everybodyfields – Nothing is Okay

This Tennessee duet gives us 12 tracks of despondent Indie bluegrass in a good way. Where Bon Iver doesn’t break through vocally, The Everybodyfields does. It’s not a perfect collection of songs. The male vocals (Sam Quinn) don’t deliver as strong as the female vocals (Jill Andrews), but the overall combination works. Pleasantly, the lead vocals change from song to song, which helps differentiate the feel of each track. The Tennessee influence drives most of the album using a yearning fiddle and lap steel. I would be surprised if at least one song isn’t scooped up by a Zach Braff film.

Donnie has lucked out. His car will remain note free. I give this album a thumbs up. It’s great for easy listening, drinking in the dark, and reflecting about your past.