The rock duo has become the norm while in the early 2000s it was considered revolutionary. But when something becomes the norm, how does an artist keep it from becoming a cliche? Give a listen to Tango, the new album from the Oakland, California, act Steel Cranes that’s due out on August 5, and you’ll […]
Since summer 1995, The Vans Warped Tour has traveled the US bringing some of the best rock, punk and alternative music to fans all over the nation (including some stops in Canada). This summer will be no different. With what people are saying is one of the best line-ups since 2012, Warped Tour will […]
Mystery surrounds a band that has only put out one album. Take the Sex Pistols — their only studio album is Never Mind The Bullocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols that came out in 1977 and then they imploded the following year. Yes, they have had a few reunions since that. There are other acts that […]
Since their second album, Wildewoman, hit the charts in 2013, Los Angeles indie pop act Lucius have become a must-see live band for all sorts of music fans. The stunning stage presence courtesy of co-vocalists Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, along with the musical skills of Dan Molad, Peter Lalish and Andrew Burri, make this […]
To kick off their first performances in 20 years, Belly returned to where it all started in Newport performing a few doors down from where their first ever show was staged. These shows at the Café at the Parlor were announced just days before as an intimate show/live rehearsal for Belly’s world tour, which begins […]
Celebrating 30 years of music, art and fun, The Green River Music Festival will take place this weekend from July 8 – 10 at Greenfield Community College in Greenfield, Massachusetts. It’s a stacked bill featuring a few rock ‘n’ roll legends, folk and soul upstarts and even a handful of local acts. There will be […]
I have made it a mission to see as many live local shows as possible, especially new talent, and after intense flyer grabbing and multiple Facebook invites, I attended a good number of shows in June. It is always exciting to see artists — especially new ones — get up on stage and develop their craft. […]
People who lack interest in jazz music typically cite one main reason: They just don’t understand it. There is something about the music that feels distant, they can’t hear the connections they have to it, or they don’t recognize anything that they can latch on to. Phrases like “there are too many notes” or […]
There are a lot of young, musical hopefuls out there with visions of private jets and packed arenas. The glamorous allure of the music business hides a reality that can be harsh and unforgiving. It’s an ego smashing journey of road trips, drunks, cancelled gigs and club owners who expect you to play for exposure. […]
1. Revival Fest II was the place to be on the 4th of July. Highlights to me included Bad Motherfucker, Teazer, Pixels, Thee Itchies, Tall Teenagers, Bloodpheasant, Gym Shorts, the return of Smith and Weeden (top 5 article house band) and many others. 2. Friday, July 15: Mainland, Eric and the Nothing; 7pm; FREE; All ages; WBRU […]