Livin In The USA
Contender, 2026
9/10
The Philly rockers Low Cut Connie turn in an 8th album of their energetic rock’n’roll ways, where frontman Adam Weiner and the band bring us the soundtrack to our next good time.
The title track opens with Weiner’s gentle keys before Jarae Lewis’ pounding drums and plenty of melody enters the soulful spirit, and “Get Down” follows with Will Donnelly’s thick guitar amid the wild keys and contagious mood.
Landing at the halfway point, “Can’t Be Wrong” enlists Abigail Dempsey and Amanda Bullwinkel’s well timed backing vocals that align with the lively sax, while “Human Condition” takes a darker path via Linwood Regenburg’s skilled bass and the cautious texturing.
“Everybody” and “Palpitations” exit the listen. The former is a thoughtful moment and invites singing-along, and the latter spotlights Weiner’s meticulous keys and the radiant guitar for a heartfelt and timeless version of rock’n’roll that the band have built their name on.
No matter where you start in their catalog, you’re going to be impressed with Low Cut Connie’s mashing of ‘60s rock, piano blues, garage rock and soulful pop, and this excellent installment is yet another reason why they’re considered one of the best bands that exists today.
Travels well with: Low Cut Connie- Art Dealers; Low Cut Connie- ‘Dirty Pictures’ Part 2