Springing off a phenomenal display of impressive instrumentals and powerful lyrics, Karl Denson and his crew jazzed up the night. Playing at the Vic Theater in Chicago, the acoustics were the right touch for the powerful rhythm and soul Denson's music echoed. The collaboration of genres heard in ...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
Dubbed "one of the country's most intriguing, innovative outfits around" by XLR8R Magazine, STS9 announces the release of their brand new studio effort, Ad Explorata (December 8, 2009 /1320 Records).
Ad Explorata – the band’s third release of 2009 (following their iTunes LIVE Exclusive NYE.ATL.08 ...view article
K-dub busts out the funkiness once again with his new album Bass. Classic Keller sounds and style with new attractions to the ears and the dancing shoes. With a long history of albums released with a spectrum of styles and compilations; even releasing a kids album last year and working with the likes ...view article
With a brisk start to November in Chicago, a crowds outside the House of Blues barred the chilly winds for a late night party. Conspirator, featuring Aron Magner and Marc Bownstien of the Disco Biscuits as well as BoomBox, a breakthrough duo featuring Russ Randolph and Zion Rock Godchaux. These bands ...view article
Bluegrass in my mind is envisioned as a small town gathered together to enjoy a knee slap and a yee- haw as well as to enjoy the simple subtleties of the strings while letting the worries of everyday life be lifted with the steps and spins of dancing. Hot Buttered Rum with the Coop opening at Clearwater ...view article
Umphrey’s McGee stopped by the House of Blues in Dallas on Friday on their way to Austin for their annual 4/20 show at Stubb’s BBQ. The Dallas gig also has become an annual event, either coming the day before or the day after the Austin show. I’ve been seeing UM in Dallas for several years ...view article
As the MSC Poesia returned to port early on the morning of January 8th, many passengers of the already legendary sold out Jam Cruise 8 were left with a burning desire for even more kick ass music. As luck would have it, later that night just 40 minutes south of Fort Lauderdale, Holy Kimoto was scheduled ...view article