Los Straitjackets
The premise sounds intriguing: The much respected surf band and off-kilter instrumental ensemble Los Straitjackets offering up an entire album of Nick Lowe classics. And indeed, a cursory listen finds … Read more
Reviews
Tommy Emmanuel
Ask any fan of modern guitar, be it acoustic, electric or slide, to name their favorite player and you’re virtually guaranteed a debate, discussion and even disagreement as names flow … Read more
Little Steven
As summer approaches, we get a big blast of that Jersey Shore rock ‘n’ soul with horns from Little Steven, his first solo album in almost two decades. Bruce’s sidekick … Read more
The Steel Woods
Not to be confused with The Steel Wheels, Steeldrivers, Steelism or other bands that have similar names, this is the debut album from this Nashville-based rock band, The Steel Woods. … Read more
John Nemeth
Timing John Nemeth’s new release around the Blues Music Awards was a smart move. The nominee of the coveted B.B. King Entertainer of the Year Award is certainly hot right … Read more
Sara Petite
San Diego’s Sara Petite has delivered her favorite and most personal work to date with this, her fifth studio album. Although she’s gained some recognition in Americana circles, she is … Read more
Selwyn Birchwood Band
Selwyn Birchwood is a relative newcomer to the blues scene but a guy who is fast making his mark with a growing trail of top-dollar albums under his belt since … Read more
The Mastersons
The Mastersons’ debut on Red House signals a shift in sound, as the husband and wife duo move even deeper into gorgeous harmony in a quieter, albeit slightly darker, setting. … Read more
Paul Weller
This is UK punkster-cum-of-age-rocker Paul Weller again claiming his rightful place as an ever- interesting musician with a penchant for taking the music by the scruff of the neck and … Read more
Blues Music Awards
Photos by Laura Carbone It’s the 38th year for the Blues Music Awards celebrating the year’s heroes in the world of blues. The music industry, performing artists as well as … Read more
