Blues Great Mike Zito Convenes With Joe Bonamassa & Josh Smith On Poignant ‘Life Is Hard’ (ALBUM REVIEW)
Just as he did for his widely acclaimed Blood Brothers with Albert Castiglia, Mike Zito convened with guitar greats Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith for this solo effort, Life Is Hard. To say that this was a cathartic release for Zito would be a vast understatement given that he recorded the album just months after […]
What Are The Biggest Rock Acts With Las Vegas Residencies?
Las Vegas has hosted some of the most iconic rock’n’roll acts through its storied history of concert residencies. These residencies have enriched the city’s vibrant nightlife and allowed fans to experience their favorite bands in a more intimate setting. Las Vegas has seen everything from legendary groups that defined generations to modern rockers who continue […]
Marco Benevento Lights Up Portland’s The Get Down With High-Spirited Performance (SHOW RECAP/PHOTOS)
For the better part of 25 years, Marco Benevento has been honing his keyboard and producing skills and his penchant for joyful, energetic performances. This live music magic was on full display on Sunday, February 18th when Benevento took the stage at Portland, Oregon’s The Get Down as part of the city’s Biamp Jazz Festival. […]
Real Estate Crafts Sun-Drenched Arrangements On Introspective ‘Daniel’ (ALBUM REVIEW)
Summer takes on a whole new meaning when you enter adulthood. While it does feel nice to walk out into the warm sun after a long day at work, the longer days seem to fly by just as fast as the shorter, colder ones. As a kid, summer meant freedom, a lack of responsibilities, and […]
Slayer Reuniting For 2024 Riot Fest
Riot Fest has just unveiled its first headliner for their 2024 flagship festival – a Midwest exclusive performance by metal stalwarts, Slayer. While many more bands are still to be announced for the 3-day event slated for September 20-22, this reunion is sure to excite both longtime fans who will get the chance to revel […]
Erick The Architect Showcases Diverse Emotional Range On Cohesive ‘I’ve Never Been Here Before’ (ALBUM REVIEW)
Diversity is one of the most important tools in an artist’s arsenal. A musician’s ability to morph into something out of their comfort zone is key to displaying the wide range of emotions art can portray. Some artists force it but when it comes naturally, it is one of the most mesmerizing listening experiences you’ll […]
Liam Bailey Deploys Subtle Soul On ‘Zero Grace’ (ALBUM REVIEW)
Imagine in front of you is a massive encyclopedia that documents every major era of modern music. Now flip that book open and point your finger to a random decade, whether it is the reggae that influenced modern U.K. music or the sentimental soul of early Motown, Bailey tapped into it on his new album. […]
Happy 75th Birthday Jerry Harrison of Talking Heads/Modern Lovers
VIDEO PREMIERE: Handsome Jack Cut Loose with Heavy Grooving Blues-rock on “Wind It Up”
Handsome Jack, the gritty rock trio hailing from Lockport, NY, will be releasing their latest studio album, A Good Thing, on March 1st (PRE-ORDER). These 11 tracks embody the band’s evolution over the last 10 years and showcases their distinctive blend of swampy blues, boogie-infused rock, and deep soul, evoking the golden age of rock-n-roll […]
SONG PREMIERE: Moon and Bike Shared Textured and Atmospheric Instrumental “Southwester”
Boone Johnson and Michael Swanson met while doing trail work in Eugene, Oregon. The two quickly bonded over music, realizing they were both guitarists, and proceeded to write their first song together shortly after. The song was called “Moon and Bike” – a play on both of their names. Twenty-five years and a variety of […]