Usually when half a band quits, it’s pretty bad news, and it’s unlikely the group will pull through. For Seattle’s Blackheart Honeymoon, that trial was nothing but an excuse to … Read more
When brothers Justin and Jeremy Furstenfeld, of 90s alt-rock band Blue October, discovered the talent of indie-rock band Longwave, Blue October’s manager reached out to the latter band for a … Read more
The sheer number of festivals these days can be overwhelming, and for those of us who have to be choosy with our cash, it can be tough to pick the … Read more
Americana folk sister duo Ari & Mia from Boston have been making music together since they were children. By providing delicate vocal harmonies with Ari on the cello and Mia … Read more
In 2011, American band Leftover Cuties from Los Angeles released their sophomore album, Places To Go. Among the versatile tracks on the record, packed with old-fashioned instrumentation and pop-infused vocals … Read more
From elbow pads to big hair to synth-fueled new wave, ’80s influences are back in a big way. Now, Omnivore Recordings has announced that they’re reissuing expanded editions of Midnight … Read more
Coming on the heels of Decisions, 2014’s Grammy-nominated collaboration with Bobby Rush (and a guest spot from Dr. John), blues-funk veterans Blinddog Smokin’ will release their 11th album, High Steppin’, … Read more
The Afternoon Edition has a bold manifesto: “To continue the tradition of American music the way our heroes did.” Many bands begin by emulating the greats, but when your … Read more
Brooklyn blues rocker Meghann Wright is a connoisseur of music and memorial. In her “Covering America” series, she has paid tribute to indie-rock band The National and jazz songstress Billie Holiday. … Read more
Photos by Ana Gibert Ed Sheeran occupied the main stage last night armed with nothing but a live looper, an acoustic guitar and his modestly disheveled self, but that was … Read more
