The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 1 in 88 children has been identified with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), affecting over two million people around the country and tens of millions worldwide; a ten-fold increase in prevalence in 40 years. Research suggests that the increase is only partly explained… Continue reading Eric Lambert is Pickin' on Autism for the Benefit of Hope Shine
The psychedelic groove-rock 6-piece Sol Cat are kicking off the Fall announcing their latest EP Welcome to Cowabunga to be released on October 1st This EP is a follow-up to the band’s self-titled LP, which released earlier this year and debuted at #147 on the CMJ Charts. The album landed the band featured Official showcases at… Continue reading Nashville's Sol Cat Announce New EP & Fall Tour
After a successful close to a big festival season with appearances at Wakarusa, Horning’s Hideout and headlining performances at Denver BrewGrass and NedFest, Mountain Standard Time has concluded their late summer tour along the West Coast, Utah, Montana, and finally back to their home state of Colorado. Before continuing their journey East to kick off… Continue reading Mountain Standard Time Announces Fall Tour & Halloween Show
One of the defining and most popular acts in live electronic music, Lotus has never fit neatly in a simple categorization. The 5-piece continues to push boundaries with the September 10th release of Monks, a hip-hop album featuring Lyrics Born, Gift of Gab (Blackalicious), Mr. Lif, Doodlebug (Digable Planets) and more. Using the band’s own… Continue reading Lotus to Drop Hip-Hop Album, Monks, on September 10th
Friday, August 16th, 2013, at White River State Park in Indianapolis was perhaps my favorite night of the STUMS9 tour so far. Maybe I love it so much it’s because it is in my hometown, but White River State Park is a great place to see a show. It was a beautiful summer night, not… Continue reading Umphrey's McGee & STS9 | White River State Park | Review & Pics
The word “supergroup” has lost meaning in the music world. It’s been replaced by words such as “side project” or “collaboration” or “a bunch of friends.” Without trying to sound too curmudgeonly, they just don’t make supergroups like the Traveling Wilburys anymore. The closest thing we’ve gotten in the last few years was Jay-Z and… Continue reading Moderat | II | New Music Review
There is nothing sneaky but plenty that is sly about the talents of the Henhouse Prowlers. With the new album, Breaking Ground, the Henhouse Prowlers are musical examples of the expression, “old soul”. They would fit right in barnstorming with Bill Monroe and the Bluegrass Boys, playing the Grand Ole Opry with Flatt and Scruggs…suit… Continue reading The Henhouse Prowlers | Breaking Ground | Review
Bruce Hornsby is an American treasure who continues to be more than obliging when it comes to giving the people what they want. From 1980’s pop star to worrying some folks at a nearby outdoor venue in 2013 regarding this show drawing “too many Hippies”, his career achievements stretch far and wide. The collaborations over… Continue reading Bruce Hornsby | The Orange Peel | Asheville, NC | 8/9/13 | Review
First City Festival is taking place this weekend in Monterey with the well-known likes of Modest Mouse, Passion Pit, Neko Case, and MGMT heading an impressive inaugural lineup. Don’t let yourself get completely caught up in the big names though—you might miss something incredible. 1) Avey Tare’s Slasher Flicks: Animal Collective member Avey Tare announced… Continue reading Five Non-Headlining Acts Worth Your Time at First City Festival
The year-end Hot Tuna shows at the Fur Peace Ranch have been sold out for months, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait for 2014 to see them again. A new set of dates have just been announced. So just after a beautiful fall in Southern Ohio at Fur Peace Ranch Workshops, and a… Continue reading Hot Tuna Fall 2013 and Beyond
