kirby baby Two sets from Brooklyn’s kirby baby meant double the proof that his razor-edged indie rock songs are built for live performance. Whether solo or with his full band—I saw both—the material from his new album crackled with the same intensity. JADE BIRD Bird’s magnetic presence commanded Third Man Records’ legendary Blue Room as […]
Twangville Sunday Social: October 19th in Dallas
We haven’t said much about it, but Twangville is turning 20! For two decades, we’ve been shining a light on the musical artists who inspire us – from up-and-comers to familiar favorites. Along the way, we’ve built a tradition of presenting live shows in backyards and music venues that bring that same passion to life. […]
Texas Headhunters on the Texas Blues Legacy and Building Their Own Sound
Recently I had the distinct pleasure of talking to Johnny Moeller, Ian Moore and Jesse Dayton of Texas Headhunters, who have just released their first album. I’ll say it now, it’s been one of my favorite new releases of the year. Some of it is my love of guitar – you just aren’t going to […]
Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets on PBJs, Link Wray, and Paying Attention
Guitarist Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets talks about why he avoids restaurant salad bars, why one shouldn’t rent a Kia, and the time he was a guest bartender in Moscow, Russia.
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country – Horizons
Daniel Dontato’s Cosmic Country is releasing a new album Horizons tomorrow. This is one I have been looking forward to. Although, before I jump into Daniel Donato’s new project, a little etymology on the term Cosmic Country is in order. Before you can appreciate what Donato refers to as Cosmic Country you need to understand […]
Chip’s Best of 2025 – So Far
I thought I would kill two birds with one stone. My year end best of is a daunting task, so I am going to cut the challenge in half and try to get the Twangville readers to think about what their favorites are so far in 2025. No better to do that than give you […]
Trapper Schoepp Talks Songwriting and Side Hustles
Twangville: Congrats on the new album, sir – where do you think this album finds you on your journey as a songwriter? Trapper Schoepp: Osborne is the most raw record I’ve done. I’ve written a lot of character driven songs in the past but with this record I turned inward. I wrote and recorded it […]
J. Isaiah Evans on Choosing the Right Team and Keeping the Tour Budget Lean
J. Isaiah Evans of J. Isaiah Evans and the Boss Tweed talks about the pros and cons of being an independent artist and the inspiration for the first song that he wrote.
Monday Morning Video – The Pretenders
How about we kick off the week with a rock icon. Chrissie Hynde and The Pretenders embody the spirit of the rock and roll, radiating rock attitude with every guitar riff. Here’s a pair: rocking a version of “Middle of the Road” and a stripped down version “Back on the Chain Gang”.
Monday Morning Video – Tina Turner
Tina Turner had a way of making songs her own. The obvious example is her take on Creedence Clearwater Revival’s “Proud Mary” but I particularly enjoy her rocking take on Bob Seger’s “Hollywood Nights”.