"Already a leading light in L.A.’s independent country scene, the HawtThorns swing for the heartland country-rock fences with “Shaking,” whose brightly-strummed guitars and sunny harmonies channel the warmth of the band’s west coast home."- Rolling Stone

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"The HawtThorns – “Nothing But a Shadow” – What an interesting and brilliantly dark-textured track from this Nashville-based duo, with the Roger McGuinn-esque guitar solo putting it over the top." - Saving Country Music

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The new album’s title track [Zero Gravity] a sumptuous take on romantic longing, one of the best since Lucinda Williams’ “Essence.” But instead of waiting on someone’s back steps, it’s an interstellar journey. -  No Depression  

 

"Masterful Powerpop and Country cred - the album features carefully crafted pop that isn’t afraid to be adventurous but is always going to linger in your head" - Glide Magazine 

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"The HawtThorns successfully shine-up classic country music with sumptuous harmonies and innovative instrumentation on Morning Sun" - Popmatters

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"The HawtThorns celebrate the road less traveled on Rebel Road" - 

 Wide Open Country

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"The album’s west-coast Americana sound evokes the California coastline, with emotive song writing, lush harmonies and great guitar, strings and organ, all in the mix."  -  BBC Scotland

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"The HawtThorns bring a truly diverse slate of musical experiences to the table" - The Boot