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Tip Jar: Mark Maxwell . . . “If You’re in a Band”
If there is any one human being that knows about the trials and tribulations of living a musical life it is Mark Maxwell. The 50-something lead vocalist for Louisville, Kentucky ... -
Album Review of "Bright Skyline" by Matt Hillyer (9/10)
State Fair Records Producer: John Pedigo On the heels of his critically-acclaimed 2021 album Glorieta comes an even stronger successor, with “Bright Skyline.” Hillyer is the real deal; cutting his ... -
Album Review of "Back in Time" by the Hillbilly Moon Explosion (8/10)
Cleopatra Records Producer: Oliver Baroni Gritty guitar riffs, a dark surf and rockabilly vibe and surreal vocals. These are some of the key traits that define this entertaining European band. ... -
Album Review of "Where I'm Coming From" by George Brown (8/10)
Astana Music, Inc./BFD/The Orchard Producers: George Brown and Claude Ismael Brown was one of the founding members and drummer for multi-platinum band Kool & The Gang. On this posthumous release, ... -
Industry Profile: Gong Brings Classic British Psychedelia to the U.S.A.
How do you describe a band like Gong? With such a rich history and legacy this progressive space, psychedelic, jazz, rock, fusion band has taken on many personas since its ... -
Live Review of Eliza Neals in Westland, MI
Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival Westland, MI Contact: [email protected] Web: elizaneals.com Players: Eliza Neals, vocals, piano; Joe Stanley, guitar, backup vocals; Tye Mayhem, bass guitar; Mark LoDuca Sr., organ; Eugene ... -
Album Review of "We Are Here to Help" by Benjamin Croft (8/10)
Galactic Receiver Music Producer: Benjamin Croft A British keyboardist/composer/producer; Croft has gathered some of the finest contemporary jazz, rock and fusion players for a sort of old school prog rock ... -
Album Review of "The Deacon Speaks" by Steve Hunter (9/10)
Deacon Records Producer: Steve Hunter Alice Cooper, Lou Reed and Mitch Ryder are just a few of the musical luminaries that have relied on his guitar prowess. Hunter’s been one ... -
Album Review of "Flying Away" by Jon Muq (8/10)
Easy Eye Sound Producer: Dan Auerbach Muq is a singer-songwriter from Uganda, by way of Austin, TX. Collaborating with the ubiquitous Dan Auerbach is a musical revelation. Muq is kind ... -
Album Review of "Being Human" by Lynne Arriale (9/10)
Challenge Records International Producer: Lynne Arriale Being an artist with an astute social conscience is what jazz pianist/composer Arriale is all about. On her fourth Challenge Records release, she explores ...