Southern Avenue
These days, Southern Avenue courses through Memphis to Soulsville in two ways. Years ago, it became the road around town that arrives at the illustrious Stax music studio and record … Read more
Posted in February, 2017
Kelly and Ellis
For every duo that makes it big, there are ten more hoping to follow in their footsteps. For Leslie Ellis and Casey Kelly, “fame” is something they have both experienced … Read more
Curtis McMurtry
Austin’s Curtis McMurtry is plying completely different territory than his dad, James. How many albums do you know featuring a chamber ensemble of banjo, cello, upright bass and muted trumpet? … Read more
Shinyribs
Putting the soulful horn-drenched sensibility of Kevin Russell together with the rock ‘n’ roll spirit of Jimbo Mathus is a surefire recipe for success, especially when blended with New Orleans … Read more
Aubrie Sellers at Irving Plaza, NYC
Photos by Steven Sandick Every now and then an artist comes along who reminds you of another artist—familiar, but different. That’s how I felt the first time I heard Aubrie … Read more
Josh Hyde
Sonny Landreth sums up Josh Hyde succinctly; funky, atmospheric, and soulful. This writer can’t really improve on that but can shed some light on this Louisiana artist’s impressive debut. The … Read more
Eric Gales
Many of the today’s blues artists are steering away from traditional blues, forging their own paths for a future of the blues by incorporating rap, hip-hop, R&B, jazz and/or rock … Read more
Folk Alliance: Where’s the elevator?
Getting on and off the elevators to the three Private Showcase floors offers unique challenges: Priority to artists trying to make their showcases, dodging instruments like standup basses, the occasional … Read more
Tangiers Blues Band
Photos by Lou Montesano Music fans who prefer their rock ‘n’ roll pure and unadorned might be wary, but it shouldn’t take long to warm up to the Tangiers Blues … Read more
Roger Street Friedman
Although Roger Street Friedman resides well below the radar, the music he makes offers all the ingredients necessary for mainstream success. While it’s hard to apply an exact comparison to … Read more
