Music Discoveries 2013: John's Picks

Bobtown - This versatile NYC quintet creatively draws on American roots music in way that reminds me of Ollabelle.
[FUV Vault session] [bobtownmusic.com]

Tara O'Grady - She's been called "A Celt in the Cotton Club" for the way she makes traditional songs swing.
[FUV Vault session] [taraogradymusic.com]

The Lone Bellow - This Brooklyn-based trio grabbed our attention with their melodic hooks and soulful harmonies.
[FUV Live concert 2013] [FUV Vault session 2012] [thelonebellow.com]
 

The thrill of musical discovery never gets old for the WFUV air staff: We asked our DJs for the three new artists they've been most excited to get turned on to in the last year.