Having spent years as a working musician, residing in Nashville was a good thing for Brigitte DeMeyer. Becoming a part of Music City’s vibrant community of artists and industry folks kept her busy, as she carved out her place living and working there, all while raising her young son. Originally from California, she commuted to… Continue reading Brigitte DeMeyer keeps Music City close while heading west with 'Seeker'
NY-based artist The Bones of J.R. Jones announced today his new EP A Celebration will release on March 19th. Inspired by the American Southwest, it was written on his honeymoon during trips to Tucson, Bisbee, Joshua Tree, and other desert destinations. The six-song collection is everything its title promises: a celebration of the thrill of… Continue reading The Bones of J.R. Jones Announce New EP A Celebration, Out March 19th
On April 23rd, guitar legend Steve Cropper will release ‘Fire It Up,’ which he’s calling his first proper solo album since 1969, after decades of stardom in soul, blues, and rock and roll. “This album is different from everything out there now,” Cropper says, in reference to two vocals albums he released in the 80s… Continue reading Steve Cropper Announces "First Solo Album" Since 1969
In these past couple of months, democracy was challenged, but voters prevailed. HeadCount is committed to keeping the voting and election process fair and trustworthy. We applaud the elected officials — from both parties — who honored the process laid out in our Constitution and spoke unequivocally about respecting the results of the election. Now,… Continue reading Now we must protect democracy itself
“If we don’t hold on, we’re lost,” says singer, songwriter, and revered guitarist John Smith, speaking on the meaning behind his song “Hold On”. The tune embodies a thread of hopefulness in a blanket of bad news; a thread that runs throughout his new full-length album, The Fray. Out March 26th, The Fray finds Smith… Continue reading John Smith Holds Onto Hope On New Album "The Fray"
ECHO is proud to announce the Jimi Hendrix 2021 Print Series. This officially licensed limited-edition series will showcase some of today’s biggest and brightest visual artists, creating works inspired by guitar icon Jimi Hendrix. First in the series is a print by artist Dirty Donny commemorating Hendrix’s performance from March 1968 in Ottawa, Ontario. This… Continue reading ECHO set to release limited edition print series of Jimi Hendrix 1/29
Psychedelic Sangha has announced ‘Sounds from the Bardo, Vol. II (Live from Judson Memorial Church) featuring the first (and currently only) recording of the fully improvised trio of Tony Leone (percussion), Scott Metzger (guitar) and Jeff Hill (bass)—to be released exclusively via Bandcamp on Friday, February 5. Recorded live in New York City on November… Continue reading Psychedelic Sangha Presents 'Sounds From The Bardo, Vol. II' Featuring Scott Metzger, Jeff Hill & Tony Leone
With an expansive list of nominees whose music stretches across genres, The Blues Foundation’s 42nd Annual Blues Music Awards (BMA) will reflect the widening influence of blues music and blues artists. Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Elvin Bishop of the Paul Butterfield Blues Band and Dion are each BMA nominees this year. Silkroad Ensemble Artistic… Continue reading Blues Music Awards nominees announced; virtual celebration to take place June 6, 2021
Nashville-based rock trio GOODING have released a brand new video for their song “California Gold”, the 2nd single from their recent album The Most Fire. “‘California Gold’ has been a staple of our live show even before recording The Most Fire,” said Gooding, the band’s front man and namesake. “It started out with a little… Continue reading GW Video Premiere: Gooding's “California Gold”
The 30A Songwriters Festival is excited to announce that tickets are now available for the 2021 Virtual 30A Songwriters Festival scheduled to debut Friday, January 29th at 6:00 p.m. EST, Saturday January 30th at 6:00 p.m. EST, and Sunday January 31st at 6:00 p.m. EST. The Virtual Festival is a three-part series with each episode running… Continue reading 30A Songwriters Festival Announces 2021 Virtual Festival
