Michael & Jennifer McLain — ‘Hit The Road And Go’ Want to start off 2017 on a very good note? If you’re looking for entertaining, relaxing, toe-tapping bluegrass, played by four very skilled artists, you should ge to know Michael & Jennifer McLain. Their recent album, Hit The Road And Go, is a great introduction to … Continue reading
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New Bluegrass: Larry Stephenson Band — ‘Weep Little Willow’
Larry Stephenson Band — ‘Weep Little Willow’ Label: Whysper Dream Music Larry Stephenson Band’s new album, Weep Little Willow, just about claims the high, lonesome sound of bluegrass as their own trademark. Stephenson’s clear tenor, given occasional thrust from the rest of the band’s pitch-perfect harmonies, is the epitome of traditional bluegrass at its best. The latest … Continue reading
New Bluegrass Single: Dave Adkins — “Turn and Burn”
Dave Adkins — “Turn and Burn” (single) Dave Adkins has released a new single—”Turn and Burn,” from his self-titled album on Mountain Fever Records. It’s a track that will help you get up and go, that’s for sure. The high energy song captures the perpetual motion quality that uptempo bluegrass is capable of; it fits … Continue reading
Judy Collins’ “A Love Letter To Stephen Sondheim”
Judy Collins’ “Love Letter To Sondheim” is coming to DVD and home video on February 24th A Love Letter to Stephen Sondheim was filmed in May 2016 at The Boettcher Concert Hall in Denver, CO. Judy Collins takes the audience through Sondheim’s remarkable treasure-trove of music, interweaving stories of Broadway with her personal anecdotes. “I have loved the songs … Continue reading
Chase Bryant Wraps 2016 With A Hit Single & As A Guest On Brad Paisley’s Life Amplified World Tour
“Country’s coolest chameleon” (Rare Country) CHASE BRYANT wraps a personally memorable and professionally landmark year as he scores his third bonafide hit with “Room To Breathe,” ending the year inside the Top 40 (Source: Mediabase Country Airplay Chart). Adding to the excitement, it was announced today that the young guitar-slinger has been hand-selected for Brad Paisley’s LIFE AMPLIFIED WORLD TOUR in 2017. The announcement comes … Continue reading
Jackie Lee’s New Single (“Getting Over You”) Is The One Country Fans Have Been Waiting For
Jackie Lee — “Getting Over You” Labels: Broken Bow Records Writers: Jackie Lee, Paul DiGiovanni and Brent Anderson “Getting Over You” is one of the most added songs at U.S. Country radio this week. For good reason; it is also one of the most thoughtful and inwardly honest songs out there. After the death of his mother … Continue reading
GUY CLARK, “THE KING OF THE TEXAS TROUBADOURS,” IS HONORED WITH A NEW COMPILATION – MARCH 3
Guy Clark: Best of the Dualtone Years spotlights 16 of Clark’s finest songs along with three previously unreleased tunes One of the most revered songwriters of the past 50 years, Guy Clark created an enviable catalog of songs. Country music giants from Johnny Cash to Kenny Chesney all recorded his tunes. The New York Times hailed … Continue reading
2017 Grammy Award Nominations (A Complete List)
The Grammy Awards will air live on CBS on Sunday, Feb. 12 at 8 p.m. ET. James Corden will host the event. Album of the year: “25” — Adele “Lemonade” — Beyoncé “Purpose” — Justin Bieber “Views” — Drake “A Sailor’s Guide to Earth” — Sturgill Simpson Record of the year: “Hello” — Adele “Formation” … Continue reading
New Blues: Mike Zito — ‘Make Blues Not War’
Mike Zito — ‘Make Blues Not War’ Label: Ruf Records Produced by Tom Hambridge, Make Blues Not War showcases Mike Zito at his most passionate. It’s a string of loose, in-the-moment, energetic performances of some of the most pleasurable blues you’ve heard in a long time. Pay special attention to the title track. It begins with … Continue reading
The Life and Songs of Emmylou Harris (CD/Blu-ray)
The Life & Songs of Emmylou Harris: An All-Star Concert Celebration Label: Rounder Records The first time I saw and heard Emmylou Harris in concert, a few decades ago, I was seated next to a fellow who attended with a pad of paper and some charcoal crayons. As Emmylou warbled and wooed through her rockin’, plaintive, … Continue reading
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