Gary U.S. Bonds held his annual BB Kings Times Square birthday celebration and turned up the heat on a memorable musical night that was filled with countless magical moments. This … Read more
Attending a pop artist with an extensive catalog’s concert is an exciting prospect for fans – you’ll never guess what he or she will play. For a jazz artist like … Read more
When you’ve rebounded from death twice, I suppose it gives you the right to do whatever you please creatively. On his solo debut, Simone Felice, former member of the Felice … Read more
Black Country Communion hearkens back to the days of the hard rock super-group. Consisting of guitarist Joe Bonamassa, bassist/vocalist Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), keyboardist Derek Sherinian (Dream Theater) and drummer … Read more
Styx axe-man Tommy Shaw has sung the phrase “Get up! Get back on your feet!” probably 12,000 times since 1977, but on this collection, it’s the only time it’s made … Read more
One would have to be deaf and blind to not notice the influence of the Melvins on what is generically known as grunge music. It’s obvious that these guys grew … Read more
Jay Gonzalez is the keyboardist for Drive-By Truckers but his solo effort offers a completely different musical perspective. So if you approach this openly and have an appreciation for well-constructed, … Read more
In 1952, Art Rupe, owner of Specialty Records, discovered singer Richard Penniman and caught lightening in a bottle. Rowdy, bawdy and charismatic, Little Richard integrated his segregated audiences in a … Read more
Originally formed as a backing band for master bluesman Taj Majal, Phantom Blues Band prove themselves a force to be reckoned with on Inside and Out. Whether rocking the house … Read more
I See Hawks in L.A., survivors of the once-vibrant L.A. alt-country community, gained popularity partly through their association with artists like Mike Stinson and Randy Weeks, but they didn’t follow … Read more
