Wow, That’s a Good Song: Dessa, “Into the Spin”

I’ve written about Minneapolis-based artist Dessa before, who although part of a hip-hop collective continually defies being placed neatly in any one genre.  Her newest video for “Into the Spin” highlights that, with Dessa’s fine voice taking the spotlight over sparse instrumentation and layers of backing vocals.

Dessa “Into The Spin” Music Video . . . → Read More: Wow, That’s a Good Song: Dessa, “Into the Spin”

This Week in Great Music: 11/29 – 12/5

Welcome back to your regularly scheduled blogging! If you’re around this weekend, check out the three-day Chicago Bluegrass and Blues festival, with shows at the Double Door, the Congress Theatre, and Lincoln Hall. . . . → Read More: This Week in Great Music: 11/29 – 12/5

Wow, That’s a Good Song: Dessa, “Dixon’s Girl”

Dessa is part of the Doomtree collective, which is a hip-hop collective out of Minneapolis, which means that if you’re not a hip-hop fan, you may be familiar with her. But you should, because her music transcends what you may typically think of as hip-hop. . . . → Read More: Wow, That’s a Good Song: Dessa, “Dixon’s Girl”