Alexis P. Suter Band
In one sense this release signals a retreat, but anyone familiar with Alexis P. Suter and her bandmates knows that “surrender” is not in their vocabulary. So, yes “retreat, no … Read more
Posted in May, 2019
The Texas Horns
This seems to be the year for strong blues albums that feature multiple guests. The latest entry in this mode is The Texas Horns, a trio which has graced hundreds … Read more
The Who, Madison Square Garden
Photos by Arnie Goodman The Who stepped onto the massive Madison Square Garden stage backed by a symphony orchestra, a chorale, and a mission to please the sold-out crowd: Mission … Read more
BenQ: Big monitor for your big life
BenQ is known for its entertainment industry chops in all kinds of display products. The company has made a name for itself in film and video circles by providing monitors … Read more
Exclusive: STATE SONG CONTEST: Enter to win!
A songwriter originally from Bolton, Mississippi, Robert Connely Farr currently lives in Vancouver, BC, more-or-less diagonally across the continent. For the last two or three years, Connely has been mentored … Read more
The Cash Box Kings
The Cash Box Kings bring their tenth album overall and second to Alligator. The traditional, raucous Chicago-based blues band is almost like a blues supergroup with their talented lineup … Read more
Steve Howell & Jason Weinheimer
History Rhymes* indeed, some old near-classic tracks played with a distinctive style and near-ragtime, period flourish and feeling. Steve Howell is a true US master-picker whose recent recordings have shimmered … Read more
Steven Van Zandt and the Disciples of Soul at the Paramount
Photos by Debra Rothenberg We had a good idea what to expect after reading Iain Patience’s review of Van Zandt’s brilliant new CD, Summer of Sorcery, so missing the album … Read more
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
Welcome to the anointing. As a blues fan, you must have already read about child prodigy “Kingfish” Ingram who is being hailed not only by major publications as “the … Read more
Holly Hyatt
From Canada comes Holly Hyatt, a young lady with one of those surprisingly spirited releases that simply crosses musical divides with an understated simplicity and style. Funky, blues-infused stuff, Hyatt’s … Read more
