Bill Abernathy, a name that resonates with heartfelt storytelling and evocative melodies, emerges once again from the heart of Kansas City. As a singer, composer, and performer, Abernathy's profound musical journey has left an indelible mark on the world of music. Abernathy's melodies are more than mere notes; they are chapters in a life well-lived. His compositions bear witness to a career that defies expectations and...

Before listening to a single note of Suris’ new album, “Pertinax”, I spent a few minutes just looking at the word. Pertinax. It has the distinct ring of a Stoic philosopher’s last defiant utterance or maybe a type of beetle known for its unusually stubborn shell. What a curious flag to fly for a collection of songs in an age of fleeting distraction. But...