In normal times, summer is a chance to bask in the light and to seek out what’s cool. While many families are still restricted, and summer festivals and shows remain closed, they may still enjoy hearing new songs that can soothe as well as energize the whole family.
Three upcoming releases from top award-winning (and normally touring) family artists provide a nice, cool distraction:
Backyard Bop by Red Yarn — Portland’s family folk hero rounds up the critters for a rousing rockabilly dance party album that stays close to home while celebrating our neighborhoods and communities. Red Yarn’s songs unite people in troubled times. Check out his new “Jump for Joy” music video.
Songs Across the Pond – by Brady Rymer and David Gibb – A three-time Grammy nominee teams up with a friendly UK family folk artist to create happy songs for play and exploration. Check out their new “Two Towns” music video to learn what’s unique about each artist’s home town.
This month, kids who like to move will groove to the newest album from the world’s most popular children’s band: The Wiggles!
Choo Choo Trains, Propeller Planes & Toot Toot Chugga Chugga Big Red Car features songs about all forms of travel