Lone Justice

Lone Justice is an American band formed by Maria McKee and Ryan Hedgecock, known for blending country and punk and for early-1980s recordings that helped shape cow-punk and roots-influenced rock.

Formed in Los Angeles; debut album Lone Justice was released in 1985. Linda Ronstadt was an early supporter; This Is Lone Justice: The Vaught Tapes (recorded 1983) documents the band's earliest studio work.

The review celebrates Maria McKee's voice and presence and presents This Is Lone Justice: The Vaught Tapes (1983) as a raw, formative document. It highlights the band's mix of country and punk and their early role in cow-punk. The piece praises the debut-era recordings for immediacy and influence.

For:Listeners of country rock, cow-punk and roots rock; fans of Maria McKee and early-1980s LA roots scenes.