The Big Takeover

Americana/alt-country musician R.W. Roldan grew up in Los Angeles in the ’60s and ’70s, living a life of hard knocks and tumult that he softened with his knack for storytelling. After a stint in the Navy, he returned to California and steeped himself in the blues and Americana scenes.

Its in that environment that Roldan began to blend country, blues, and folk into his own distinctive sound. The singer-songwriter has been crafting engaging narrative compositions ever since and just released his latest album, Can You Feel This, in August.

The new album puts the spotlight on Roldan’s storytelling prowess, with the support of his laid-back, but assured guitar-playing, as well as on mandolin and dobro. The LP, which was produced by Max Allyn and is out via Nashville’s AllsWell Records, offers a nostalgic view of Los Angeles.

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