John Pizzarelli
Being asked by Sir Paul McCartney to reimagine and rerecord his songs isn’t an easy task, even after having collaborated countless times before on both recordings and performances. But that’s … Read more
Reviews
Shemekia Copeland
Shemekia makes her return to Alligator Records with a powerful recording that melds blues traditions with contemporary flourishes. This is her third album produced by The Wood Brothers’ Oliver Wood, … Read more
Ben Folds
Behind Ben Folds’ eternal frat boy/pound-the-piano-keys-into-oblivion demeanor lurks the genius of a Glenn Gould protégé. Intense melody and sophisticated structure have always shaped his material – regardless of whether they’re … Read more
The Deslondes
This is the debut outing from the Louisiana based quintet, the Deslondes. The sparse retro production captures the band perfectly. The country-roots-blues of the ’40’s, ’50’s and ’60’s is in … Read more
“Weird Al” Yankovic
Veteran performer and all around goofy guy Weird Al proved that he’s still got it… and he’s still as weird as ever. Photographer Bob Parsons was front row to capture … Read more
Jim Singleton
This is a genuinely cool, ten-track debut from PA-based guitarist Jim Singleton featuring some of his old buddies in support roles and a mighty fine grasp of purpose, pace and … Read more
Rhythm & Roots Festival
The annual Rhythm & Roots Festival– which Elmore publisher Suzanne Cadgene recently admitted was her personal favorite fest— took place in Ninigret Park, RI over the long Labor Day weekend. Our … Read more
Royal Southern Brotherhood
It’s hard to believe that the Royal Southern Brotherhood have just released their third album, Don’t Look Back. Seemingly, these guys have emerged out of nowhere but have helped reintroduce … Read more
Lizz Wright
We could easily ask, “What genre will Lizz Wright give us next?” or simply acknowledge that whatever she wants to do with her glorious voice will be just fine. Thankfully, … Read more
Kevin Gordon
“Says his prayers knowin’ / There’s a shotgun behind the door . . .” Without fuss, muss and autotune, Gordon has assembled a just-below-the-radar day gig that has attracted Lucinda Williams, … Read more
