Naomi Shelton & the Gospel Queens – Cold World (Daptone)
This first-class soul band with gospel roots is a vital part of the soul revival bubbling up everywhere. They’ve played at Bonnaroo, Monterey Jazz, Montreal Pop and done two tours … Read more
Posted in August, 2014
Leonard Cohen To Release New Album Next Month
Leonard Cohen surprised attendees of his fan convention in Ireland this weekend when he announced that he will be releasing a new album in September. The album, which is going … Read more
The Mastersons – Good Luck Charm (New West Records)
With their first record since moving back to Texas from Brooklyn, Eleanor Whitmore and Chris Masterson have surpassed themselves, which is no small feat. They set the bar high with … Read more
Kings Of Leon Drummer Injured In Car Accident
Kings Of Leon drummer Nathan Followill was injured in a car accident this weekend, leading the band to postpone their show in Saratoga Springs, New York on Sunday night. The … Read more
Morrissey Dropped From Harvest Records
Less than a week after Morrissey bit the hand that fed him, he’s now suffering the consequences. The controversial singer has been dropped from Harvest Records after he criticized the … Read more
Joe Fletcher / Rocks Off Concert Cruise / New York, NY /…
After seeing Joe Fletcher on the Rocks Off Concert Cruise, I never want to see a band unless it’s on a boat. Above the majestic Jewel, New Yorkers eager to … Read more
Ted Nugent – Shut Up & Jam! (Frontiers Records)
Ted Nugent calculates his moves thoughtfully, including releasing his first studio album in seven years on July 4. Detroit’s favorite son and favorite shredder loves to wave Old Glory—especially in … Read more
Catherine Russell – 8/16 – The Iridium (New York, NY)
Catherine Russell has had music around her for her entire life. Her father, Luis Russell, was Louis Armstrong’s bandleader, and her mother is a bassist who has played with the … Read more
Seattle Breaks Ground on Jimi Hendrix Park
Ground was broken late last month for Seattle’s Jimi Hendrix Park, a 2.5-acre space that is the future home of interpretive walkways, two rain gardens, a sound wave wall, a … Read more
Dave Specter – Message In Blue (Delmark)
If you are not familiar with Chicago guitarist Dave Specter, this–his tenth album–may be your perfect introduction. Specter plays with a full, sharp, stinging tone, and like the best guitarists, … Read more
