Shawn James
Shawn James grew up singing in gospel churches, trained in opera, orchestra and choir during his middle school years, and then went on to learn the guitar, piano and trumpet … Read more
Posted in September, 2016
The Coal Porters
The Coal Porters have always been something of an anachronism. For starters, they’re a bluegrass band based in London, led by an American expat, Sid Griffin. That’s unlikely enough, but … Read more
Rock out with Jorma Kaukonen at Fur Peace Ranch
Always dreamed of jamming with Jack Casady? Trading licks with Larry Campbell? Singing the blues with Eric Bibb? At Jorma Kaukonen’s Fur Peace Ranch, you can make it happen! In … Read more
Animal Instincts: Kelly McClure Launches new PR firm, WolfieVibes
Ok, I’ll speak from personal experience; most of us aren’t in the music industry because of the heaps of money piling up in our bank accounts. That means we have … Read more
Leonard Cohen Rings in 82 with morbid new tune
Happy birthday, Leonard Cohen! In a lucky inversion of the usual tradition, the 82-year-old has given us a gift, releasing “You Want It Darker.” The song is the title track … Read more
Watch the Video for “Won’t Fall Away,” Michael Colton’s Sweet Tribute to…
Singer/songwriter Michael Colton blends carefully honed storytelling with brilliant guitar playing—a skill that very nearly saved his life. After a severe head trauma, the seasoned player redoubled his commitment to his … Read more
Tune in to Paige Calico’s Harmony Laden Brand of Cosmic Folk
When the echo of Laurel Canyon beckoned her westward, Paige Calico packed her bags and hit the road, making the cross-country journey from her then home in Maine. But … Read more
The Marcus King Band
Photos by Lou Montesano The Marcus King Band is a six-headed musical monster led by Mr. Marcus King, a young guitarist and singer-songwriter from Greenville, South Carolina. King also happens … Read more
Tim Easton
Tim Easton has led a showman’s life. Now based in Nashville, not too far from his birthplace in Akron, OH, Easton is seeking yet another new direction. It’s not that … Read more
San Diego Blues Festival
On a grassy field tucked between San Diego’s Seaport Village and Convention Center, hundreds of blues fans lined up beneath a cloudless sky, listening to the music of Big Jon … Read more
