2010

Through the Sparks: Worm Moon Waning

Chris Calarco December 14, 2010 No Comments

Diving into their brand new release, Worm Moon Waning, it is apparent the band is a creative and inspired trio lead by songwriter and vocalist Jody Nelson. With so much folk and Americana indie rock being released these days it is challenging for a band to stand out from the heaps of mustached hipsters but Through the Sparks manages to strike a solid balance inside their melancholic lyrics and wistful, creative arrangements.

Jimi Hendrix – The Guitar Hero

Bob Lange December 14, 2010 No Comments

Some documentaries are for casual fans, others are for more serious fans and others are almost for musicians themselves. This one falls into the latter two categories. There is a bit of narrative that takes him from childhood to the London of 1967 and a bit more that surrounds his death, but the focus is more on his music, his legacy and the many wild guesses as to what he would have done had he lived.

Paul McCartney @ Apollo Theater: Setlist

Scott Bernstein December 13, 2010 2 Comments

If earlier performances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Saturday Night Live served as the appetizer for Paul McCartney’s whirlwind trip through New York, tonight’s show at the Apollo

Hors d’Oeuvres: Crowes Countdown

Scott Bernstein December 13, 2010 1 Comment

After five months on the road, the Black Crowes have reached the final stop of their Say Goodnight to the Bad Guys Tour. Last night saw the band play the

Stormy Mondays: MMW w/ Trey Anastasio

Dan Alford December 13, 2010 7 Comments

2010 has been a big year for tenth anniversaries, and one of the last is also one of my favorites. Medeski, Martin & Wood’s fall tour, which featured guitarist and

Pullin’ ‘Tubes: Live At Leeds & Hull

Jeffrey Greenblatt December 13, 2010 No Comments

You’re bound to find The Who’s Live At Leeds album sitting comfortably towards the top of most best live albums of all-time lists. Recorded at the University of Leeds on

Televised Tune: On the Tube This Week

Luke Sacks December 13, 2010 No Comments

Roger Waters, who has been astonishing audiences with his new production of The Wall, will stop by Conan on TBS this Wednesday night. Monday, December 13 [all times Eastern] Ice-T

Video: Dr. Dre – Kush

Jeffrey Greenblatt December 13, 2010 No Comments

It’s not too often that we post a video from the world of hip-hop, but we thought it was rather noteworthy that Dr. Dre has released a video for Kush,

Levon Helm, Beacon Theatre, New York, NY 11.27.10

December 13, 2010 No Comments

Levon Helm performing at the Beacon Theatre, New York, NY 11.27.10.

Bret Amaker and The Rodeo: Please Stand By

Shane Handler December 13, 2010 No Comments

From one bar story to another, Please Stand By rolls by quick, one Crazy Heart anthem after another, except these guys aren’t has-beens playing bowling alleys. Amaker’s voice is more spoken word than country howl, which depreciates any old timey gracefulness for a rougher edge. Although Brent Amaker and the Rodeo don’t score any points for originality, these guys are no posers. Grab the bourbon and enjoy.