Darren Jessee talks about touring as a freelance drummer and his first sole songwriter credit for an official release.
Monday Morning Video – Lucinda Williams
I referenced this song in my SXSW coverage last week so figured that I’d share the video this week. This is Lucinda Williams performing “Real Live Bleeding Fingers and Broken Guitar Strings”.
Ryan Humbert of The Shootouts on Graphic Design, Streaming Radio, and Cliches
Ryan Humbert of country band The Shootouts talks about being in a band of foodies, selling their old tour vehicle, and lessons learned along the way.
Parker Gispert on an Early Rhyme and Being Present
Parker Gispert, solo artist and co-founder of Athens rock band The Whigs, talks about why he eats neither cheap nor healthy while on tour and shares the story behind his first song – an epic western tale.
Monday Morning Video – Al Green
It doesn’t happen often, but on occasion a cover version can rival the original version. Here’s one of my faves in that category – Al Green laying claim to the Bee Gees’ “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart”.
Greg Hall’s Hungry Heart – A Twangville Premiere
The cover song is a musical tradition. And sure, it’s fun to hear one artist cover a favorite song from another artist. The challenge, however, is that they generally tend to mirror the original. It’s immensely more interesting when an artist reimagines a song. The results can be transformational, bringing new emotion and impact to […]
Colin Blunstone of The Zombies on the Band’s First Gig and a Long Ago Day Job
Colin Blunstone, co-founder of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group The Zombies, explains the story behind the cover of the band’s new album and talks about one of the exciting and scary aspects of the music business.
Monday Morning Video – Plains
Plains – the duo Katie Crutchfield (Waxahatchee) & Jess Williamson released one of my favorite 2022 albums. Here’s a stripped down acoustic performance by the duo which features a few songs from the album, including my fave of faves “Problem With It”.
The Runaway Grooms on Broken Van Transmissions and Their Inspirational Rehearsal Barn
Colorado combo The Runaway Grooms talk about indulging in local cuisine while on tour and recall early gigs at the Vail Brewing Company.
Monday Morning Video – Abby Hamilton
I saw Abby Hamilton as part of last fall’s Underwater Sunshine Festival in NYC, where she and her band were among the weekend’s highlights. A little rock, a little acoustic country, and a whole lot of goodness. Here are two videos that showcase her talent, the electrified “Change Things”, filmed at an Arts Center in […]