Dolly Shine
They say everything is bigger in Texas, and apparently that includes grit and attitude. Dolly Shine makes a convincing case for that very premise, and on their new nine song … Read more
Posted in August, 2016
Rich Robinson
Rich Robinson’s body of work with the Black Crowes can unquestionably stand up against any level of scrutiny as one of the finest representations of American bred rock n’ roll. … Read more
Jomo & the Possum Posse
When a band thanks something called the Guns and Oil Brewing Company in Austin in their liner notes, and gives a shout out to Saved by the Bell’s AC Slater … Read more
The Blind Boys of Alabama
“We hope we can sing something that’ll lift you up and make you feel good,” Jimmy Carter rasps to greet us. At 85, the group’s remaining active founder shows a … Read more
Exclusive: Curse of Lono Premieres “He Takes My Place,” a Folksy Lover’s Lament
Casting out for fresh expression in the wake of dissolving projects, the worlds of British roots-rocker, Felix … Read more
Exclusive: Francie Moon Mixes up a Brew of Garage Rock and Surf Pop…
The phrase DIY gets thrown with eye roll inducing frequency these days, ringing less of a counter-cultural, damn-the-man aesthetic and more of a commodified punch line. But for New Jersey … Read more
Al Di Meola
All Photos by Stanley Abraham Based on the performance at B.B. King’s, Al Di Meola’s precision and passion have not diminished over the years. Di Meola joined Chick Corea’s band, … Read more
Bill Kirchen and Austin de Lone
How about this pairing? – uniting the Titan of the Telecaster with the Godfather of Pub Rock to record both in Austin, TX and London, UK? I’m sure you are … Read more
Melodime – 9/1 – Musica (Akron, OH)
From Northern Virginia, Melodime – a country twang and rock n’ roll band – is made up of Brad Rhodes (lead vocals, acoustic guitar), Sammy Duis (piano, organ, bass), Tyler … Read more
Vinyl Confessions: Ghost Rider in the Sky
One of my favorite scenes in the movie High Fidelity is where John Cusack’s character Rob Gordon plays the game “Top Side Ones, Track Ones,” and rattles off his choices … Read more
