Maverick Smith’s “We Make Fire, They Make Smoke” lands not with a thud, but with the distinct, satisfying crackle of something catching alight. It’s a title that carries the grit of the Ohio Valley in its consonants, a resolute statement from a band – Paige Bosic on commanding vocals and rhythm guitar, Sean Boynes sculpting soundscapes on guitar, Jim Courtney’s intricate drumming, Charlie Kovach’s...

What took us so long to find out about these two treasures? Hopefully, it's not too late to enjoy our most recent finds; we think you'll like them just as much as we do. The new track "They Call Me El Guapo" by American rapper and comdedian Terry Jones features Dashius Clay. This modern composition combines the essence of Latin rhythms with the main elements of...