Posted in July, 2016

Alligator Records 45th Anniversary Collection

Alligator Records fantastic 45th Anniversary Collection immediately kicks into high gear with Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials’ “Hold That Train.” With blistering slide guitar work and an infectious shuffle … Read more

John Gorka

Sometimes an artist can be so self-critical that he fails to recognize good product, but then eventually reflection brings a new perspective. This is the case with John Gorka, revealing … Read more

Ruby Dee and the Snakehandlers

Ruby Dee’s story is as compelling as her music. Her story will astound you. Her music will get you dancing and tapping your feet with her mix of rockabilly, swing, … Read more

The Lonely Heartstring Band

Fine bluegrass music might contain the gravity of a classical orchestra, or the wallop of a rock band. The beauty and complexities in it can be more awe-inspiring than either. … Read more

Band of Skulls

If you had to describe British rock trio Band of Skulls in one word, it would be “consistent.” The group’s fourth record, By Default, dropped recently, offering everything you’d want out … Read more

Adam and The Ants

Almost all the life had been drained from the U.K.’s punk rock scene by late 1980. Adam and the Ants, version 2.0, took it upon themselves to – in Ant’s … Read more

Earls of Leicester

Where do you start with this remarkable release? Perhaps by praising it, confirming the band members, Jerry Douglas at the helm, and adding a dash of bluegrass candy to the … Read more

Greg Humphreys Electric Trio

This Electirc Trio truly lives up to their name. Greg Humphreys (of Dillon Fence and Hobex) takes a break from his normally acoustic sound to be a part of the … Read more