Every fall, The Americana Music Association gathers members, artists and music fans together in Nashville for its annual conference. Starting with the Americana Music Awards and continuing through several days of showcases and panel discussions, it is a tremendous celebration of Americana music. Here are but a few of my favorite performers and performances from […]
Kevn Kinney on Tour Van Maintenance and Why He Used to Love Band Rehearsals
Kevn Kinney of Drivin N Cryin talks about opening for the Black Crowes and the Violent Femmes and an old day job working as a carpenter.
Americana 2022: Mayer’s Picks (Part 2)
The Americana Music Association Conference and Awards made a welcome return from the virtual world this year. The annual event showcased several hundred artists who collectively illustrate the breadth of the Americana umbrella. Here are some of my highlights from Americana 2022. WILLIAM PRINCE A couple of songs at the Yellowstone round wasn’t enough so […]
Folk Alliance Conference 2015 – The Scene and The Sounds
Twangville made its first trip to the annual Folk Alliance Conference a few weeks ago. The event brought hundreds of musicians to Kansas City for four days of music. And more music. And more music. Folk Alliance is unlike any other festival or conference one can attend. Sure, like most conferences it features topical sessions […]
Monday Morning Video: Drivin' N Cryin'
I just got finished watching “Scarred But Smarter,” a cool documentary about Atlanta rockers Drivin” N Cryin”. The film delves into the band”s rich history, thoughtfully considering why the band did and didn”t find success. From the ups and downs of label deals to a revolving cast best online casino of band members, the tale […]
Monday Morning Video: Kevn Kinney
This is a classic song in its own right, made even better by Kinney’s mid-song story-telling. It’s been a long hot year you know….I spent it all out on the road Downtown, chasing a dream…till it came chasing me. But in the end the whole thing turns around…you find some spirit and you find the […]