Outlaws' Almanac: A Gathering of Folk-Roots Freedom Songs

In a world where rebellion is in the air, Outlaws' Almanac arrives on the scene with a clarion call to arms, a clarion call for freedom and justice. Released on Juneteenth, this remarkable collaborative album brings together 10 artists from the Americana, folk, and roots music scene to reclaim the outlaw spirit of America's past in its own time.

At the helm of this endeavor is Nashville-based singer-songwriter Lizzie No, a respected figure in the roots music community with a string of acclaimed records under her belt. As the executive producer of Outlaws' Almanac, No has brought together a talented cast of writers and musicians, each united by their commitment to crafting songs that speak truth to power and challenge the status quo.

Among the standout tracks on the album is Nathan Evans Fox's haunting 'Some Things are Coming Back Again,' a homesick tale of longing and loss that Fox has dusted off from his own archives. Kaia Kater's 'I Want to Hear Somebody Pray,' a modern spin on a traditional spiritual, showcases the Canadian singer-songwriter's stunning talents as a vocalist and storyteller.

'It's the season of rebellion,' sings Lizzie No on the album's closing track, echoing the mood of restlessness and discontent that runs throughout the record. From the scorching Civil Rights-era spiritual 'Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Around' to the mesmerizing Hawaiian country blues 'One Day,' Outlaws' Almanac is a powerful plea for liberation and a showcase for some of the most exciting rising voices in folk-roots music.

But Outlaws' Almanac is not just a protest album - it's a work of artistic vision that seeks to reclaim and reimagine the history of American music. By repurposing classic songs and adding new ones to the mix, this talented collective is creating a new narrative around the outlaw spirit, one that is both deeply rooted in the past and attuned to the present moment.

'These songs portray a modern America ripped apart by lack of access to healthcare and ruled by 'white boys with money,' as roots veterans Kasey Anderson and Eric Ambel put it in their searing take on Anderson's 'The Dangerous Ones.'

Outlaws' Almanac is a clarion call for a new kind of American music, one that is authentic, honest, and uncompromising. With its mix of tradition, innovation, and radical politics, this album is a game-changer for anyone interested in the roots music scene.

This record will undoubtedly spark debate, provoke reflection, and inspire new artistic collaborations. By reclaiming the outlaw spirit of America's past, Outlaws' Almanac is forging a new vision for the future - one that is both deeply rooted in history and powerfully attuned to the needs of our present moment.