A team up between roots-soul vocalist Vicki Loveland and power-pop maven Van Duren, Loveland Duren has proven to be one of the Bluff City’s more reliable new combos in recent years. The duo’s debut, “Bloody Cupid" proved a showcase for the charmed collision of Duren’s delicate musings and Loveland’s earthy approach. Their newest album, “Next” continues in that vein, with the album — recorded at Ardent with guitarist and engineer Adam Hill — proving a refinement of the pair’s musical collaboration. — Bob Mehr
