Dave Johnston, Ben Kaufmann, Adam Aijala and Jeff Austin, collectively known as Yonder Mountain String Band, came into Dallas on April Fool's Day, although what they brought to the House Of Blues was no joke. To the inexperienced ear, YMSB may be referred to as a bluegrass band, but they're much ...view article
The 22nd Annual Warren Haynes Christmas Jam began as an opportunity for local Asheville area bands to jam. Originally, the money raised would go to various charities. As the event grew in size Warren settled on Habitat for Humanity because he could see where the money was going.Â
What is it about certain bands that inspire fans to travel insane distances while on tour? Catching as many shows as they can possibly see in a limited amount of time? Some of my friends and family often question why I do it, why fly or drive thousands of combined miles to see the same band play ...view article
Mike has been added to All Good Music Festival's lineup, happening July 11 - July 13, 2008. Other artists include Widespread Panic, Phil Lesh & Friends, Gov't Mule, Medeski Scofield Martin & Wood, Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi's Soul Stew Revival and many others. Advance pre-sale tickets ...view article
Umphrey’s McGee has graced almost every stage of significance in their hometown of Chicago. So when the opportunity arises to see them in a new venue there is a palpable sense of excitement and expectation. Such was the mood when guitarists Brendan Bayliss and Jake Cinninger followed up their ...view article
Nashville, Tenn. – Set for release on October 27, 2009 through Signature Sounds, Caroline Herring’s fourth album Golden Apples of the Sun is her most intimate and mature to date. Combining haunting originals with some surprising new takes on old standards, Herring has created an album that ...view article
According to the schedule, Saturday had the potential to be a huge day. It would also mean that there’d be a lot of walking, hitting all corners of the park. First up was David Gans at the Camping Stage at noon. Some people know David from his creation and hosting of the “Grateful Dead ...view article
The Cambridge Room, in the Dallas House of Blues, may be the most intimate venue around. With a capacity of 250, and stuffed couches around the perimeter, it feels like you’re watching your favorite band in your own living room. I was fortunate enough to catch Cornmeal there last Wednesday. ...view article
The beat and bass music of Eoto flew into the city of Chicago for a bumping end of their spring tour. Their spectacular display of vibrating beats illuminated the Portage Theater. Silver Wrapper productions put on this concert of mind blowing proportions. The first night of a two night run in Chicago, ...view article