The covid lockdown has become a bit of our very own K/T boundary. Even though covid’s impact affected everyone differently. That indelible line of pre / post covid will remain forever. Who you became post lockdown has become a defining moment. James Keen speaks of looking inward during the time the world paused. Many others did […]
Growing up in Monterey California was special for me. Driving to Southern California, stopping at our favorite places along the way was always fun. Time permitting of course. When I learned Mark Adams laid roots in Paso Robles after coming up from L.A… The memories poured back. Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo have a laid-back […]
The Broken Creels are a must-hear band made up of Colin Clyne (vocals, guitar, harmonica), Tom Ward (guitar/keys), Lee Heinemann (bass), and Daz Alexander (drums). Each member provides their specific talents and experience from other projects, including The Dawntreaders, Eskimo Blonde, Parker and The Carrons, and others from solo ventures. Together, they describe themselves as […]
When I think of a “party band” two bands immediately come to mind. ZZ Top and Chromeo. I always thought Chromeo and ZZ Top sharing a bill would be the ultimate event. Does Coachella take suggestions… asking for a friend? I bring this up because Louisville Kentucky natives War Panties tap into this raucous party vibe. […]
Mike Ross is a man of many talents, especially how he makes his guitar sing. It’s a trait that has shone throughout all of his albums, especially Jenny’s Place and The Clovis Limit Tennessee Transitions. For his new offering Peach Jam, Ross has taken inspiration from the music of the Allman Brothers Band. He has […]
There’s quite a bit to be said about the singing that Neil Nathan does in his new single “The Folly of War,” but there’s even more to be noted about the contribution of his foundational piano parts in this song, which might have even more to say on the matter of peace than he does. […]
Swedish singer songwriter Vargen grabbed a lot of people’s attention in 2017, with his debut album Sånger från natten, sånger från Dan. It featured a soundtrack of his own music to accompany dark poems by Swedish author Dan Andersson (1888-1920). In 2018, the video for the tracks “Tjuvskytten” and “Visa vid Varma källorna” went viral […]
Musicians all have a moment of inspiration to trace back to. A song or shimmer of a musical instrument can captivate imaginations and never let go. Jarad Miles moment came when he found his mother’s old guitar in the basement of their South Dakota home. A new lifelong musician was born. As the family moved around the country, […]
