Today we've got a wonderful new album from Jenny Owen Youngs, and for every download we're sending $1 to The Smile Train!

Also new albums from The Crystal Method, Hanne Hukkelberg, Tiny Animals, and the Hawaii-inspired supergroup Operation Aloha!

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In 2006, singer/lyricist Jake Rabinbach made the ambitious decision to ditch the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple, following the sound of his childhood R&B favorites down to Memphis, TN. Once there, he flexed his musical muscle and quickly caught up with three other full-time musicians -- turning his solo acoustic act into a full-blown Southern frenzy as Jump Back Jake.

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Rising out of the sandy ashes of classic rock, The Cheaters' sound is nothing but honest southern comfort (in the geographic as well as grain-distilled sense).

This foursome from Maryland sounds more like they were raised somewhere near 1970s Georgia, alongside The Allman Brothers' boys and any number of members from Lynyrd Skynyrd, with their hard-driving electric guitar riffs, rugged vocals and songs that serve as odes to the Big Easy and the fiercest of black label whiskeys.

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Dead Confederate caught up with the folks of Uncensored Interview at this year's SXSW, and, among other things, explained why being hung over and getting whupped by your girlfriend does wonders for songwriting. Learn more after the break!

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[Editors Note: This post was written by roguepuppet on her blog, in which she recommends new artists that she's discovered on Amie Street.]

Not everyone on Amie Street is a new and struggling artist. Take Jay Johnson, a many times over finalist or winner of numerous music awards. With strong roots in the southern rock tradition, having three of his albums (

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Play one of Jay's songs and you are not only entertained, you are transported. With a blend of both southern rock and blues guitar stylings, he sings original lyrics that are both insightful and entertaining -- sometimes down right humorous. Ranging from quiet songs like Deep In The Heart of Texas to rocking tunes like BluesNumberFive/RoyalBlueMoon/C2004JayJohnsonMusic , his versatility make him a winner no matter what your mood. If he was not already a favorite of yours before Amie Street, be sure to check him out now.

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