There’s a lot of amazing Americana music coming out of Chicago! Here are five acts with recent releases worth checking out.

Two family acts graced the patio stage at Palmer’s Bar in Minneapolis for an evening of dreamy Americana and smart, fun country music.

A recent Nashville arrival delivers her one-of-a-kind blend of absurdity and tragedy on her debut album.

Carol spoke with the Dallas-based up-and-coming singer-songwriter and reviewed his sparkling debut album.

A lively and engaging pair of acts delivered old-time music with fresh perspectives.

The bluegrass-focused festival’s 2022 lineup was stacked with heavy hitters, but the lower-profile acts were just as impressive.

Minnesota artists open up about mental health and how it shapes and is affected by their music in this powerful, revealing interview series.

FAI’s first hybrid conference in late May was a wild (and rewarding) ride for this first-timer. This is the final piece of an immersive four-part series about my experience.

FAI’s first hybrid conference in late May was a wild (and rewarding) ride for this first-timer. This is part three of an immersive four-part series about my experience.

FAI’s first hybrid conference in late May was a wild (and rewarding) ride for this first-timer. This is part two of an immersive four-part series about my experience.

FAI’s first hybrid conference in late May was a wild (and rewarding) ride for this first-timer. This is part one of an immersive four-part series about my experience.

Take a listen to the Minnesota country artist’s new single, a classic honky-tonk shuffle and the second of six tracks he’s releasing over the next few months!

A veteran Twin Cities country artist and a relative newcomer to the scene join forces on an exquisite honky-tonk heartbreaker. Hear it first here!

Get an exclusive first listen to the Midwest country act’s new track, dropping May 20, which puts an unexpected honky-tonk spin on a classic 90s alternative radio hit!

We spoke to three co-founders about the iconic Wisconsin music festival—and got some insider tips for prospective attendees!

The AiA crew took in two days of music on a rainy but magical weekend in southeast Minnesota.

The genre-straddling Minnesota rock band serves up their trademark eclectic blend of styles and influences on a potent new album.

As the Americana rockers prepare for a long-delayed album release show, the band’s founding member shared his thoughts about their recent record Champagne & Chandeliers and more.

Though the themes are darker than past releases, the new EP from this working-class Midwest folk act is bursting at the seams with warmth and heart.