Posted in May, 2017

Tommy Emmanuel

Ask any fan of modern guitar, be it acoustic, electric or slide, to name their favorite player and you’re virtually guaranteed a debate, discussion and even disagreement as names flow … Read more

Little Steven

As summer approaches, we get a big blast of that Jersey Shore rock ‘n’ soul with horns from Little Steven, his first solo album in almost two decades. Bruce’s sidekick … Read more

The Steel Woods

Not to be confused with The Steel Wheels, Steeldrivers, Steelism or other bands that have similar names, this is the debut album from this Nashville-based rock band, The Steel Woods. … Read more

John Nemeth

Timing John Nemeth’s new release around the Blues Music Awards was a smart move. The nominee of the coveted B.B. King Entertainer of the Year Award is certainly hot right … Read more

Sara Petite

San Diego’s Sara Petite has delivered her favorite and most personal work to date with this, her fifth studio album. Although she’s gained some recognition in Americana circles, she is … Read more

Selwyn Birchwood Band

Selwyn Birchwood is a relative newcomer to the blues scene but a guy who is fast making his mark with a growing trail of top-dollar albums under his belt since … Read more

The Mastersons

The Mastersons’ debut on Red House signals a shift in sound, as the husband and wife duo move even deeper into gorgeous harmony in a quieter, albeit slightly darker, setting. … Read more

Paul Weller

This is UK punkster-cum-of-age-rocker Paul Weller again claiming his rightful place as an ever- interesting musician with a penchant for taking the music by the scruff of the neck and … Read more

Blues Music Awards

Photos by Laura Carbone It’s the 38th year for the Blues Music Awards celebrating the year’s heroes in the world of blues.  The music industry, performing artists as well as … Read more