2006

Josh Ritter : The Triple Door, Seattle, WA 6/04/2006

Gabriel Scheer June 20, 2006 No Comments

Touring in support of his recent album, The Animal Years, Josh Ritter easily packed two recent nights at Seattle’s Triple Door theatre – and he didn’t disappoint. Backed by a talented band, the Moscow, Idaho, native proved why he has such a large, faithful following, both in the US and abroad. His stage presence displayed a clear love for music and performing, his smile rarely leaving his face as he pleased fans with songs both new and old.

The Fever: In the City of Sleep

Jason Keil June 20, 2006 No Comments

The album remains showy throughout, but its unevenness doesn

All Saints Records: Compounds + Elements

Lauree Guyer June 20, 2006 No Comments

All Saints Records has released an 18-track introduction showcasing its unparalleled roster of artists touching ambient, world, electronic and minimalist. From Brian Eno and John Cale to Roger Eno and Harold Budd, while all sonically diverse, approach music from an original perspective.

Big Organ Trio: Big Organ Trio

Sarah Moore June 19, 2006 No Comments

Using a slurry of different sounds, the LA trio keep the rhythms fresh and the melodies timeless.

Rob Zombie: Educated Horses

Catherine L. Tully June 19, 2006 No Comments

Longtime fans might be disappointed, but the audience appeal just may widen a bit with this effort due to the variety.

Gram Parsons Fallen Angel

Shane Handler June 18, 2006 No Comments

Gram Parsons Fallen Angel, through a serious of archived film clips and interviews, traces Parsons life from his privileged upbringing in Florida to his musical adventures stretching across the American frontier. Featuring interviews with his family members and former band-mates, Fallen Angel revisits Parsons past with revealing interviews from Chris Hillman, Keith Richards and Emmylou Harris.

moe. & Umphrey’s McGee, Red Rocks 6.3.06

Glide June 16, 2006 No Comments

Photos by Tobin Voggesser of moe. and Umphrey’s McGee performing at Red Rocks in Morrison, CO on June 3rd, 2006.

Matt White: Do You Believe

Gabriel Scheer June 16, 2006 No Comments

For those looking for a bit more David Gray, Matt White might fill a hole in your CD collection. Otherwise, despite its solid pop predilections, the weak lyrics and general lack of musical originality make the album unlikely to turn many heads.

Allison Moorer: Getting Somewhere

Brian T. Atkinson June 15, 2006 No Comments

This is Moorer

Hot Buttered Rum : Aladdin Theater, Portland, OR 5/20/2006

Randi Whitehead June 15, 2006 No Comments

Under the lighted marquee of the Aladdin Theater, in Portland, Oregon, the musical magic of Hot Buttered Rum (formerly including the descriptive “String Band” in its name) filled the intimate 1920’s theater with their high altitude bluegrass groove.