After decades of supporting other artists, his new instrumental album, New Leaves, produced by Dave Darling, places Smith’s own work front and center. Written as he navigated the grief of losing his wife and single parenthood during the pandemic, the album blends country blues, boogie-woogie, and stumbling waltzes. With meandering and haunting melodies, the album draws inspiration from New Orleans musicians Allen Toussaint, Dr. John, and James Booker. Featuring a core trio of piano, bass, and drums — accented by pedal steel, guitar, and harmonica — it captures his journey of wading through the trenches of loss towards hope.
Rising singer-songwriter Charlotte Dickson ushers in an exciting new chapter today with the release of her deeply personal new single, “Happy for Now.” Now stepping into a new chapter with Blue Élan Records, the track offers a poignant introduction to an artist whose music lives at the intersection of emotional honesty and modern alternative pop.
Hardcharger/Blue Élan Records proudly announces the release of “Fool’s Gold,” the bold new single from powerhouse vocalist Courtney Santana, out today on all digital platforms. The track offers another dynamic preview of Santana’s debut solo album, slated for release on April 24, 2026.
Blue Élan Records announces the release of “Girl I Remember (BCCB),” a new single from the upcoming concept album, The Lost Songs of Katy Shayne.
Acclaimed vocalist and songwriter Morgan Myles releases her highly anticipated new album, Laced, available today on all streaming platforms here. A deeply personal and emotionally charged body of work, Lacedmarks a defining new chapter for Myles, one grounded in self-empowerment, vulnerability, and unwavering strength.
Acclaimed UK soul outfit Mamas Gun return with “DIG!”, the title track and second single from their forthcoming album DIG!, out today. The new release features a special collaboration with legendary multi-instrumentalist Brian Jackson, known for his seminal work with Gil Scott-Heron, as well as collaborations with Stevie Wonder, Roy Ayers, and Earth, Wind & Fire.