15/09/2024
Australian Blues and Roots Album AirPlay charts - August 2024
Here's a quick update on the chart for August 2024:
**1. DARYL ROBERTS & HEY GR**GO – Keep on Moving**
Jumping to the top of the charts from 7th place last month, Daryl Roberts & Hey Gringo's *Keep on Moving* has made a strong debut, marking its second month on the chart. Released under their independent label in 2024, this album utilizes brash, brassy, rollicking rhythms, to create a bunch of upbeat, feel-good, groove-laden, tunes. For more information, visit [heygringo.net](http://www.heygringo.net).
**2. ANNA SCIONTI – Sparrow and the Fox**
Holding steady at 2nd place for another month, *Sparrow and the Fox* is a striped back acoustic album full of personal songs crafted after having moved back to her childhood hometown in East Gippsland.. Released independently in 2024, Anna Scionti's soulful work is captivating audiences. For more details, visit [annascionti.com](https://www.annascionti.com).
**3. ANDY COWAN BAND – Undercover**
Climbing up from 4th place, Andy Cowan Band's *Undercover* is in its third month on the charts. The album, released independently in 2024, is a labour of love, a collection of classic covers recorded by musicians and forever friends over six months at Andy's studio at Black Mountain. More information can be found at [andycowanband.com](https://andycowanband.com).
**4. DENNIS WILSON – You Get That**
Moving up one spot from 5th, *You Get That* by Dennis Wilson has charted for the second time this month. Released in 2024 under his independent label, this album, featured Tio Moloantoa on bass. There are nine new studio recordings, six of which are original compositions. For more information, visit [denniswilson.com.au](http://www.denniswilson.com.au).
**5. KARSKI / DALY BLUES BAND – Karski/Daly Blues**
Dropping from 3rd to 5th in its third month, Karski and the Daly Blues Band's *Karski/Daly Blues* remains a strong contender on the charts. The independently released album, launched in 2024, is by this harmonica and guitar driven quartet with a driving edge and dual vocals, Check out their page [here](https://www.facebook.com/PaulWalterDaly).
**6. THE McNAMARR PROJECT – The Quasar Sessions**
After topping the charts last month, The McNamarr Project's *The Quasar Sessions* slips to 6th place. This album, in its second charting month, will delight McNaMarr fans and soul and blues music lovers everywhere. A work of pure joy. For more details, visit [their page](https://www.facebook.com/themcnamarrproject/).
**7. LOUIS KING – Little Devil**
Louis King moves up three spots this month, placing 7th with his album *Little Devil*, marking its second month on the charts. Released independently in 2024, this album is making waves with its distinct rock and blues vibe. For more information, visit [louisking.com.au](http://www.louisking.com.au).
**8. JACK DERWIN & THE HOWLING GENTS – Ankle Deep in Sand**
Dropping two spots from 6th to 8th, formed in 2024, their album "Ankle Deep in Sand" is in its third month on the charts. Released independently in 2024, this album offers a blend of blues and roots. Find more about the artist at [jackderwin.com](http://www.jackderwin.com).
**9. FRANK SULTANA – Have Band, Will Travel**
In a major leap, Frank Sultana jumps from 54th to 9th place with his 10th album *Have Band, Will Travel*. Making its first appearance on the charts, this independent 2024 release has quickly gained popularity. Visit his page [here](https://www.facebook.com/FrankSultanaMusic/).
**10. PHIL COYNE & THE WAYWARD ACES – Phil Coyne & the Wayward Aces**
Debuting at 10th place, Phil Coyne & The Wayward Aces new album rockets along like a hi octane blues fueled jet fighter. It entered the charts as an independent release from 2024. This new addition promises to captivate listeners with its fresh sound. For more information, check out their page [here](https://www.facebook.com/philcoyneandthewaywardaces).
Reidy
