Ballroom Thieves
Identifying yourself as a folk group and living in that hub of traditional music, Boston, brings with it the high bar that’s been established by the generations of musicians who … Read more
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Bachman
Now deep into the fifth decade of his hit-filled career, Randy Bachman is still takin’ care of business with the recent release of Heavy Blues, an 11-song set that delivers … Read more
Roy Ayers
Vibraphonist and neo-soul/jazz/funk/rap master had the crowded Iridium in the palm of his hand from his first funky bars. Ayers plays happy music to make people happy, and seems to … Read more
Jack Tempchin
After making his mark as a songwriter of note for the Eagles (“Already Gone,” “Peaceful Easy Feeling” et. al.) as well as for Tom Waits, J.D. Souther, Jackson Browne and … Read more
Steve Winwood
At the tender young age of 14, Steve Winwood joined the 1960s British beat band The Spencer Davis Group. By the time he had turned 15, Winwood’s unique vocal and keyboard skills … Read more
Leonard Cohen
At the age of 80, Leonard Cohen is rivaled only by Willie Nelson in terms of artistic longevity and sheer dexterity. Where most performers would have long since retired and … Read more
Tony Lucca
Photos by Sean Jamar After kicking off in Boston two nights earlier, Tony Lucca’s Paint A Picture tour, in support of his debut full-length album, Tony Lucca, since his successful … Read more
Eilen Jewell
Since her dustily evocative Boundary County in ’05, through each succeeding release (most notably Letters from Sinners & Strangers and Queen of the Minor Key), I’ve been pitching Eilen Jewell … Read more
Jeff Beck
Legendary guitarist Jeff Beck’s three-night appearance at this venue had been a long time coming. About three years ago he was scheduled to appear there and then cancelled. Tickets … Read more
Jesse Malin
Alternative rocker Jesse Malin played a high energy, 20-song set to a packed house at New York’s Bowery Ballroom, to celebrate the release of New York Before The War, Malin’s … Read more
