Paul Thorn, the hammer, nailing it down
Photos by Gene Lazo Elmore had an interesting conversation with the peripatetic Paul Thorn, whom we last saw at a traditional concert venue, and again at sea. Currently, Thorn … Read more
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Exclusive: Goodbye….Walter Becker (1950-2017)
Though driven by an ever-rotating collective of musicians, legendary band Steely Dan was helmed and masterminded by (and ultimately successful because of) the dynamic duo of musical brothers Donald Fagen … Read more
A.J. Croce, sweet as wine
Photos by Lou Montesano Having reviewed A.J. Croce’s new CD, Cures Just Like Medicine, I was excited about seeing him live. Reviewing an album means listening to the same … Read more
Premiere: Simpkin Project “Hustling” old-school
Orange County, CA’’ s six-piece Simpkin Project plays a multi-faceted blend of reggae, blues, rock, and Americana, steeped in soulful harmonies. Phil Simpkin and Shawn Taylor, co-lead vocalists. The band … Read more
Premiere: Chelsea Williams comes back around
The music business has changed dramatically, and critically-hailed independent music sensation Chelsea Williams is on the cutting edge, having sold 100,000 copies of her first CDs at residency gigs. The … Read more
Southside Johnny at Athens, NY, Riverside Park Aug. 18
My hometown of Athens, NY, will again host Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes for a free concert Friday, August 18, at the Athens Riverfront Park, a stones’ throw from … Read more
Premiere: Phoebe Hunt & the Gatherers
After a five-year journey that has taken her from her Austin roots through Music Row to India (to study with master violinist Kala Ramnath) and then to Brooklyn, Phoebe … Read more
Mick Wall
As an internationally famous group with a career spanning 20-plus years, Foo Fighters are prime candidates for the rock bio treatment. However, if you’re a fan of Foo Fighters the … Read more
Santana & Isley families talk power, peace
Photos by Arnie Goodman “We needed to come together and help heal this planet which is suffering from separation and fear. We need to make it whole. People need hope … Read more
Premiere: Ben Labat & The Happy Devil
Life is what you make it. Ben Labat has had one band’s future end in a car wreck and suffered a second major loss when his manager/producer/mentor died in a … Read more
