Texas Tornadoes Co-Founder Augie Meyers Dead at 85
He was a pioneer and a legend in the world of Texas country and rock. Continue reading…
‘The Madison’ Episode 1 Pictures Tease Tragedy
‘The Madison’ begins on March 14 on Paramount+, but new pictures from Ep. 1 offer clues about what happens. Continue reading…
Bob Dylan Shouts Out Hank Williams III in New Post
Perhaps Bob Dylan is feeling a little nostalgic for his time in Nashville, or maybe thinking about making a country-inspired project yet again. With his latest post, he highlighted Hank Williams III.
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‘American Idol’ Contestant Leaves Show Amid Son’s Health Battle
‘If I had a record deal sitting in front of my face and my son in the other hand, I’d choose my son anytime over anything,’ Christian Brown says. Continue reading…
Show Review: John Craigie at the Blue Note in Honolulu
John Craigie: A Storyteller Returns to the Islands There’s a particular kind of magic that settles over a room when John Craigie takes the stage. It isn’t flashy, no light rigs or theatrics. Each year, the appearance of John Craigie at Blue Note Hawaii has begun to feel less like a tour stop and more […]
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Justin Townes Earle’s Tragic Life Story Told in New Book
Don’t let the word “authorized” spook you into believing this account in any way sugar coats or omits the truth of things. On the contrary, the biography is a stark, harrowing, and sometimes difficult story to tell and read.
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REVIEW: Sam Bergquist “Devils & Doves”
Sam Bergquist – Devils & Doves This set is an interesting group of songs by Boston singer-songwriter Sam Bergquist, who is definitely a musical explorer who challenges himself with every note & lyric. He navigates life’s contradictions, its unpredictability, relationship struggles, things that chop away at one’s peacefulness, with contrasts far, wide & reaching. Performed […]
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REVIEW: The Record Company “Give It Back To You”
The Record Company – Give It Back To You – Deluxe Edition 2 LP This was a Grammy-nominated self-produced debut released 10 years ago. The deluxe gatefold 2-LP vinyl edition includes the original 10 tunes recorded at TRC Studios for Give It Back To You – Deluxe Edition (Dropped February 20/Craft Recordings/Concord). As a bonus, […]
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REVIEW: Lo Steele “Only a Drop”
Lo Steele – Only a Drop This showcase focuses primarily on blues with a soulful projection, gospel & lyrical rhythm. Lo Steele understands the importance of her music & also the words – something that isn’t always considered key. Lyrics are where the story lies, the effervescence, the veneer to the grain of musical mahogany […]
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THROUGH THE LENS: Baseball & Roots Music — Two Great American Pastimes Converge At The Innings & Extra Innings Festivals
What is more American than roots music and baseball? To celebrate both, the Innings Festival (February 20-22, 2026) and Extra Innings Festival (February 27 & 28, 2026), were held at Tempe Beach Park in Tempe, Arizona during baseball’s spring training.
While baseball originated in the 1840s, the first