Peter Poirier — Empty Arms Label: ’59Records Empty Arms is a 1950s blues/R&B atmosphere album for today. The debut recording by Boston area guitarist and vocalist Peter Poirier, it is a thoroughly satisfying introduction to his expert ability to capture the essence of the best era of traditional electric blues. Peter Poirier’s vocals are strong … Continue reading
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Tennis: Christian Garin Wins U.S. Clay to Claim First Career ATP Title
Christian Garin won his first career ATP title with a three-set win over Casper Ruud at the U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship in Houston on Sunday. The score was 7-6(4), 4-6, 6-3. Garin, the 2013 French Open boys’ champion, was playing his second career ATP final. It was Garin’s second ATP final in as … Continue reading
Taylor Scott Band — ‘All We Have’
Taylor Scott Band — All We Have Taylor Scott Band’ new album, All We Have, is a stellar example of an artist’s decision not to conform to the expectations of a singular artistic role or create in a particular genre. Taylor Scott’s talents as a singer and guitarist are matched by his songwriting ability.This collection … Continue reading
New Country: George Strait — ‘Honky Tonk Time Machine’
George Strait — Honky Tonk Time Machine Are you a country music fan, listening to country radio all day, but still nostalgic for actual country music? Fear not, your prayers have been answered. As he croons in one of the many satisfying tracks, “God and Country Music,” you find ’em when you need ’em. Although … Continue reading
Reba’s McEntire’s New Single — “Freedom”
Reba’s New Single — “Freedom” What’s not to love about Reba singing a new anthem to freedom? This one tells the story of a woman with a history of bad relationships who finds a man who gives her that often elusive feeling of freedom. It’s the first single off her upcoming studio album, Stronger Than … Continue reading
The 2019 Venice Biennale Artist List
The Venice Biennale has released the names of the artists who will participate in its show [“May You Live in Interesting Times,” which is being organized by Ralph Rugoff] this year. The exhibition runs, at the Giardini and the Arsenale, as well as around other venues in Venice, from May 11 through November 24 [Preview … Continue reading
Colin Linden & Luther Dickinson — ‘Amour’
Colin Linden & Luther Dickinson — Amour Label: Stony Plains Records What a solid collection of timeless sentiment, and so sturdily delivered. This is an album that will have you in agreement with every syllable, as it reminds you of how the seemingly simplest of songs can also be the most profound… especially when interpreted … Continue reading
