Nashville-based soul singer Devon Gilfillian talks about getting hit by a drunk driver, how his first band got its name, and the importance of putting together the right team.
Jesse Daniel Edwards on Granola Bars and His Old 1974 VW Pop Top Van
Nashville-based Jesse Daniel Edwards talks about his song “Meatloaf, Corn & Potatoes”, his approach to eating while on tour, and making peace with his guitar.
Monday Morning Video – Carson McHone and Julianna Riolino
Last week I shared a video from Daniel Romano’s Outfit. This week let’s enjoy a pair of solo gems from Outfit members Carson McHone and Julianna Riolino. First up is McHone’s “Hawks Don’t Share” from her 2022 release Still Life. Then it’s Riolino, backed by the Outfit, covering Fairpoint Convention’s “Come All Ye” segueing into […]
Mayer’s Playlist for Summer 2023
Tumbleweed, Jeremie Albino (from the Good People Record Co. release Tears You Hide) While Jeremie Albino may tease with 30 seconds of old-time pickin’ on album opener “Dance With Me”, he very quickly brings out the good time – and rowdy – fun that defines Tears You Hide. “Angeline”, the first full track, finds the […]
Jeff Black on Field Parties and Getting Paid to Drive
Singer-songwriter Jeff Black talks about working in a contract business, never missing a gig due to a tour vehicle breakdown, and another cup of coffee.
Samantha Fish on Pizza, Hannah Montana, and New Orleans
Blues artist Samantha Fish talks about how Miley Cyrus helped her get her first gig, her first live record, and curating a style in the age of social media.
Monday Morning Video – Daniel Romano’s Outfit
I watched Daniel Romano’s Outfit lay waste to New York City’s Bowery Ballroom this past weekend. All rock, no banter (except when the drummer broke the bass drum – when was the last time you saw THAT happen). The set not only featured songs from Romano’s extensive catalog, but also a few from bandmates Carson […]
Cry Me a River – a Premiere from My Sister, My Brother
There’s something special when independent artists collaborate. I’m not talking about two songwriters sitting in a room to write a song together but rather when they weave their talents together to create a cohesive and collaborative piece of work. The results can be magical. Such is the story of Garrison Starr and Sean McConnell – […]
Twangville on Tour in NYC, BOS, & PVD
We’ve done periodic shows in the past but we might have gotten a bit carried away this summer. We’ve got not one, not two, not three, but four shows on the books. Read on for details on the shows and featured artists, as well as videos from all of the performers. Americana the Beautiful – […]
Monday Morning Video – The Americans
Los Angeles group The Americans craft a sound that is both unique yet familiar. Here’s a fave from Stand True, their most recent album. I love how it is both sparse and raucous, the music setting a gritty foundation for singer Patrick Ferris’ impassioned vocals.