Johnson & Finnemore’s emerge with “Find A Love That Brings You Home” and it is hit me like a warm hug on a cold day. The way Johnson makes that pedal steel weep on “Babybird” had me replaying it three times in a row. There’s something genuine about Finnemore’s voice that cuts through all the noise of modern country.

This isn’t your typical Nashville polish. It’s raw, real, and exactly what I needed to hear. The production feels intimate, like you’re sitting in their living room while they play. “Ride High” became my driving song within the first listen. That wah guitar just floats over everything perfectly. I’ve been listening to country for thirty years, and albums like this remind me why I fell in love with the genre in the first place.

What hits me most is the honesty. In a world of manufactured country hits, this feels like real people making real music about real experiences. The guest appearances from Julian Littman and Charlie Dore add weight without stealing focus. Every song feels necessary, nothing here sounds like filler. Johnson’s guitar work shows real restraint and taste. Nothing flashy, just perfect choices that serve the songs.

Sometimes you need music that feels like home, and that’s exactly what this record provides. This is going to stay in heavy rotation for a long time.

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