As you know, Salvation in the Ground, was released in September. Roots Music Report gave the album 5 out of 5 stars, saying “whether relating a tale of a desperate town or facets of a rocky relationship, the vocals and lyrics of the Allen Thompson Band match each other well in their fire and urgency. And, intentionally or not, the sound of the East Nashville six-piece masterfully evokes the spirit of first-gen Americana, notably Neil Young and The Band. And the blend here makes for a borderline-perfect set, definitely worthy of wide attention. Screaming for airplay are “While I'm Young", "Payback" and “Dirt To Dust”. One of 2012’s freshest releases.”

If you don't already have a copy, you can grab it on:
- iTunes here
- Amazon mp3 here
- Listen on Spotify here
- Buy a hard copy directly through us here
- Download the single, "Dirt to Dust" here on Alternate Root for Free for a limited time while Allen is a Featured Artist.
- and basically anywhere on the interwebs that music is played, streamed, shared, or sold!

See what the press has been saying about the record:
“As a solo artist, Allen Thompson released one of the most unassuming pleasures in 2008 with his self-titled release. With Salvation in the Ground, he veers off the solo path in favor of a group dynamic, and all feels right. Thanks to the band's sunny harmonies, Thompson's rootsy, countrified sound takes on an airy, '70s canyon rock feel, elevating songs like "Dirt to Dust" and "First Apology" to levels of sublime. But The Allen Thompson Band isn't lightweight or artsy; check out the funky, infectious jams of "The Purple Rose and the Black Balloon" and "Last Goodbye" for some musical muscle.”
-Linda Ryan, Rhapsody

“Salvation from the Ground is a gem, with music that becomes richer and more personal as you get to know it better.” -Sara Reifman, Grateful Web

"The Nashville musician has made it a habit of penning heartfelt tunes about life which are brought to life through his ‘everyman’ voice... He has filled the latest record with mellow vocal harmonies reminiscent of CSNY, Southern melodies that made The Band so successful, guitar noodling that Jerry Garcia would have been proud of, a splash of Black Crowes infused Southern rock and soulful rhythms made popular by Stax Records’ house band. While the music drives the record, it is Thompson’s lyrics that make it so good... When you are finished listening to this record it is almost impossible to not listen to it again and again.” -Chris Martin, Examiner

“These are songs that make you want to stick your hand out the window and play airplane as you glide down canyons on mountain drives.” -Marquee Magazine

But what do YOU think about the new record? We are more interested in our Fans' buzz! We'd really love to get YOUR thoughts. In fact, if you are kind enough to post your review on iTunes, Amazon, etc., you'll be entered for a chance to win a very special prize!!

Much love and gratitude,
- Nancy and Team ATB