Briggs Farm Blues Festival 2016
Photos by Mike Gendimenico “This is one of the best blues festivals in the country,” Devon Allman said, playing before almost 7,000 party-going fans on Saturday night at the Briggs … Read more
Reviews
Petunia & The Vipers
A man of as much talent as mystery, Petunia is a Canadian country treasure. His illustrious career began with busking his way through Canada and the NYC subways, playing over … Read more
Dennis Gruenling
Dennis Gruenling has long been known as one of those “go to” harp players you call on for a session or to sit on for a live gig. This finds … Read more
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
