After a few years of miserable weather, the sun shined down on the 15th annual Gathering of the Vibes which went off without a visible hitch this past weekend in
Now that we’re deep in the heart of the summer, here’s a mix from my personal soundtrack — just stuff I’m listening to, some old, some new. First up is
Phish drummer Jon Fishman graces the cover of the latest issue of Modern Drummer magazine. Scans of the interview have already surfaced, while Modern Drummer has shared a “web exclusive”
It seems that every band out there is aching to throw a festival of their own and The Heavy Pets are no exception. After two succcessful years, the Pets’ PetZoo
It’s not too often that a musician gets a chance to have three distinct and unique chapters in their career, but that’s just what Alejandro Escovedo has been able to
We’re eagerly anticipating You Are Not Alone the new album from legendary gospel and soul singer Mavis Staples, which is being produced by Wilco front man Jeff Tweedy. The album,
It isn’t often that Comedy Central’s hit The Colbert Report is mentioned in this space as it isn’t often a musician is the featured guest. But the show will welcome reggae
Gathering of The Vibes 2010 – Day 1.
Music critics and fans alike have long droned on about the inability of musical road warriors – concert-focused bands like Tea Leaf Green – to produce a decent studio listen. While that onus doesn't apply to every album in the cosmos, it definitely applies to Tea Leaf Green's Looking West.
It was a beautiful way to end the weekend; The Steve Miller Band, Los Lobos, both on the same stage, at one of Los Angeles’ most beautiful venues. Both bands captivated their audiences with their own takes on pop and roots music.
