Chicago Farmer and the Fieldnotes

“Historically, Chicago Farmer was the quintessential “guy with a guitar and a story,” a spiritual heir to Arlo Guthrie and John Prine who spent two decades proving that Americana is essentially just “unsuccessful country” with better lyrics. But on Homeaid, the solo troubadour evolution reaches its next form. By bringing in The Fieldnotes (and producer Chad Staehly), Farmer hasn’t just added a drum kit; he’s traded in the acoustic sedan for a full-sized Midwestern work truck. The record is thicker, louder, and carries the rugged, “first-take” energy of a band that has spent too many nights together in the back of a van.” - Audio Toxicity