The History of Chris Bell and Big Star, by Rich Tupica
#1 Record never had a chance, and neither did Big Star. As chronicled in author Rich Tupica’s deep dive There Was a Light: The Cosmic History of Chris Bell and … Read more
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Premiere: Luke Underhill’s Illuminations
With diverse influences from country to rock to today’s pop, multi-talented 23-year-old singer/songwriter, Luke Underhill, is making his mark. Combining his mystically old soul and unique take on songwriting, Underhill … Read more
Premiere: Bryan Haraway tells How It Is
Honest and heartfelt, Bryan Haraway builds upon the songwriting career that he launched with his Las Vegas-based rock band, Part-Time Criminals. On this self-titled solo debut, produced by Grammy-winner Chad Brown, he … Read more
Gov’t Mule
Recalling an early barroom hair-raiser with Gov’t Mule makes 25 years of incendiary music fly by in a blink. Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Warren Haynes and bassist Allen Woody were … Read more
Premiere: Lauren Pratt has been In the Valley
Lauren Pratt’s new full-length release, Young American Sycamore, references an unusual species that, unlike most trees, sheds its bark as it matures. For Pratt, it’s her songs which evolve and are … Read more
Exclusive: Allman-Betts Band 2019
A Conversation with Devon Allman and Duane Betts on Touring and Their Upcoming Debut of the Allman-Betts Band, Down to the River Devon Allman: “We wanted to do this. We never … Read more
Premiere: Mindi Abair and the Boneshakers find a “Good Day For The Blues”
Mindi Abair and the Boneshakers’ diverse musical backgrounds come to the fore with their third album, No Good Deed. Their original material’s blend of rock, jazz and blues is peppered here … Read more
Tremblant International Blues Festival, July 5-14
Photos and text by Laura Carbone This July the award winning Tremblant International Blues Festival is celebrating its 26th year with stellar lineup of 60 international acts performing over 100 … Read more
Exclusive: Goodbye…Dr. John
Mac Rebennack, known as Dr. John, remained one of the most unique characters in—or out—of music. With his wild ways and signature songs, his story sounds like myth, but isn’t. Read our … Read more
Exclusive: Father’s Day sure-fire hits!
Whatever you give Dad, he’ll love the thought, but find a gift he’ll love for itself. Check out our Thingamajigs column for top-notch ideas Dad will go wild about, at prices … Read more
