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Ariel Pink – Pom Pom There are many words that accurately describe Ariel Pink: asshole; sociopath; weirdo. Add “genius” to that list with this, his finest album and the one that … Read more
It was a Sunday evening in Tucson, and crowds of smiling faces were descending on the Fox Theatre to see Dr. John and his band. Openers, the Bryan Dean Trio … Read more
Foxygen – …And Star Power My uncle is your ordinary Budweiser-drinking man who’s been listening to the same classic rock station for the past 30 years. So when he told … Read more
Photos by Arnold Goodman The Peterson Brothers are particularly adept at a smooth, funky, groove-laden type of blues that requires a mastery of both musical timing and onstage … Read more
While you cannot always judge a book by its cover, this disc jacket offers plenty of insight into the Ruf Records brand—youth, an equal split between guys and gals, and, … Read more
Replacements bassist Tommy Stinson is getting some of his equally talented buddies together to raise money for a good cause. Stinson will be backed by Happiness, a band consisting of … Read more
It’d be foolish to call Marc Cohn a one-hit wonder, though “Walking In Memphis” is a hell of a song to have as a legacy. Still, there’s a lot more … Read more
The Stray Birds, a group from the Lancaster, Pennsylvania area, are all classical trained musicians who are known for the instrumental prowess, songwriting, and beautiful three part harmonies. Maya de Vitry … Read more
Photos by Jim Belmont With vocalist Joan Osborne, Black Crowes guitarist Jacke Greene, Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman, and top-rate session pros in guitarist Tom Bukovac and bassist … Read more
Sena Ehrhardt has one of those soulful voices that cuts like a knife. Hers is a new and refreshing take on blues and roots rock, one anchored by crack musicianship … Read more
