Robbie Fulks & Linda Gail Lewis Share New Tune

Chicago roots icon Robbie Fulks and Memphis rock-n-roll queen Linda Gail Lewis (Jerry Lee’s little sister!) have released a new song from their upcoming collaborative album Wild! Wild! Wild! “I Just Lived a Country Song” is a perfect slice of honky tonk balladry, sung by two absolute greats. Hear the new song via the lyric… Continue reading Robbie Fulks & Linda Gail Lewis Share New Tune

Sam Spiegel premieres "To Whom It May Concern" feat. Ceelo Green, Theophilus London & Alex Ebert

Grammy-nominated DJ, music producer, composer and music and film director Sam Spiegel’s “To Whom It May Concern,” featuring Ceelo Green, Theophilus London and Alex Ebert, premieres today at Consequence of Sound. Consequence of Sound raves about Spiegel’s “funky-as-hell electronic jams” and hails “To Whom It May Concern” as “undeniably smooth.” Read their interview with Spiegel… Continue reading Sam Spiegel premieres "To Whom It May Concern" feat. Ceelo Green, Theophilus London & Alex Ebert

The Soft White Sixties to Release Bi-Lingual Alta California in August

The Soft White Sixties unveil their latest single ‘The Overpass‘ and announce their new bilingual LP, Alta California, due for release August 10th on CHAR+COAL. ‘The Overpass’ is a heavy dose of 1970s glam-funk, reminiscent of a time when artists like David Bowie, Rod Stewart and Funkadelic were blurring the lines between rock ‘n’ roll… Continue reading The Soft White Sixties to Release Bi-Lingual Alta California in August

BILLBOARD drops THE ARTISANALS "Drag" Video

Take a magic mushroom trip with Heartland Americana-Rock outfit The Artisanals and head over to Billboard to watch the exclusive music video premiere of “Drag”. Heaping with organized chaos and crazy fun, “Drag” is among the singles that will make up the Charleston, SC band’s debut self-titled album, set for a September 21, 2018 release… Continue reading BILLBOARD drops THE ARTISANALS "Drag" Video

Magic Beans Halloween Celebration @ Fox Theatre

The Magic Beans are a band with a passion for music that is as infectious as their songs, both of which have gained them national notoriety in a short time. Much like modern music lovers, the band’s sound isn’t confined to one-genre. The Beans strive to be as inclusive as possible by skirting the lines… Continue reading Magic Beans Halloween Celebration @ Fox Theatre

Grateful Shred @ Fox Theatre | 12/6/18

Wait – I know what you’re thinking. Another fucking Grateful Dead cover band? Really? The thing is, Los Angeles-based Grateful Shred manage to channel that elusive Dead vibe: wide-open guitar tones, effortless three-part vocal harmonies, choogling beats, and yes, plenty of tripped out, Shredded solos. The look, the sound, the atmosphere. It’s uncanny. “It’s more… Continue reading Grateful Shred @ Fox Theatre | 12/6/18

Missing Jerry today on what would be his 76th Birthday

Thinking of Jerry Garcia today, on what would’ve been his 76th birthday. His diverse collection of music , mostly with the Grateful Dead, continues to live on via recordings and live re-interpretations by myriad musicians, celebrating a musical library that is an important part of late-20th century contemporary American music.

Renegade Craft Fair | Pitchfork | 7/20/18

Pitchfork 2018 included breezy weather with a light mist of rainforest lusciousness in the middle of the city of Chicago. To keep moving freely in and out of tents, fans donned their ponchos, rain gear, and umbrellas. Who knew dressing for the weather could make such a bold fashion statement? Once you ducked away from… Continue reading Renegade Craft Fair | Pitchfork | 7/20/18

Grateful Web Interview with Cory Wong

Cory Wong lives a modest life – Whether he’s on the road playing sold out shows with the Ann Arbor-bred funk phenomenon Vulfpeck, diving deep under the sea with the mysterious instrumental quartet The Fearless Flyers, or touring the world with his newest solo project the Cory Wong Band, it’s safe to say this Minneapolis-based… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Cory Wong

Yonder Mountain String Band Announce Wide Array of Tour Dates

Widely acclaimed-and the incessantly touring-bluegrass outfit YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND have announced an array of headlining and festival dates for the second half of 2018. The band is also excited to welcome back working mom Allie Kral to the road, as she enjoyed some time off with the birth of her first child in May.… Continue reading Yonder Mountain String Band Announce Wide Array of Tour Dates