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149 Delta Ave. by Mick Kolassa and the Taylor Made Blues Band (9/10)
Memphis-based Mick Kolassa is back with his unique perspective and a voice that is slightly gruff and filled with character. And, while Kolassa is an excellent guitarist, he concentrates on his vocals, leaving guitar duties ... -
Album Review: Modern Happiness by Eric Hutchinson (8/10)
The platinum-selling artist continues his blend of soul-pop, rock and rootsy stylings with lyrical themes built around songs about one’s search for purpose, contentment and meaning. Hutchinson sings in a deceptively upbeat and evocative manner ... -
Album Review: The Complete Warner Bros. -7 Arts Recordings by Vince Guaraldi
Although known for Peanuts/Charlie Brown, this compilation of Guaraldi’s late ‘60s Warner Bros. output encompasses that and more. Disc 1 features the albums Oh, Good Grief! and The Eclectic Vince Guaraldi. This side spans the ... -
Greta Van Fleet: Rocking the Peaceful Army
Although still in their late teens and early twenties, brothers Jake Kiszka (guitar); Josh Kiszka (lead vocals); Sam Kiszka (bass and keyboards) and longtime friend Danny Wagner (drums) have become ... -
Signing Story: Leon Thomas
Although just tapping his mid-20s, the charismatic Leon Thomas has already had a lifetime of professional experience as a musician, actor and producer. Hailing from a musical family, Thomas grew up in New ... -
Signing Story: To Whom It May
West Coast entrepreneur Markus Muller-Stach and Candlebox’s Kevin Martin recently launched a new label called G4L Records. Their first signee is the Galveston, TX rock trio To Whom It May ... -
Album Review: In the Late Hours by Impala (7/10)
If you’re a fan of ‘60s spaghetti westerns, Tarantino flicks, Dick Dale and The Ventures, along with noir-tinged jazz and blues, Impala is talking your language. This group of veteran ... -
Album Review: Static and Surrender by Static and Surrender (8/10)
For this San Francisco band it is all about the songs, pure and simple. Forged with a ‘90s sensibility and meticulously well crafted, this group’s sound is packaged and ready ... -
Signing Story: Matt Holubowski
Canadian singer-songwriter Matt Holubowski is a prime example of someone who defied convention and followed his dream. Just a few short years ago, after he landed a job teaching English ... -
Live Review: Chris Canas Band at Up North Craft Bar in Detroit, MI
Material: High octane blues in all its forms is the stock and trade of the Chris Canas Band. Whether we’re talking rock, funk, country, Motown and all points in between, ...
