John Driskell Hopkins has walked the musical path for the last 20 years. As a bass player, guitar player, singer and songwriter for several bands of the rock variety, Hopkins rooted himself in the Atlanta, GA music scene in 1995, producing records and touring with his band Brighter Shade and later becoming a founding member… Continue reading John Driskell Hopkins & Balsam Range Release DAYLIGHT, 1/22/13
The Colorado Jazz scene has always been active, but never really definitive. Denver and Boulder have few actual jazz venues (thank god for Dazzle Jazz) and most of the renowned artists that tour through choose mid-sized theatres, performing arts centers, or even laid back dives as their outlet. Since our music culture is so welcoming… Continue reading Medeski, Scofield, Martin & Wood | Boulder Theater | Review
The Mickey Hart Band announces their first tour of 2013 with special guests, The African Showboyz from Ghana. The African Showboyz are four brothers from the northern part of Ghana who fuse a unique blend of West African rhythm, dance, and raw energy. Originally discovered by Grammy-winning virtuoso, Babatunde Olatunji, the African Showboyz have shared… Continue reading Mickey Hart Band Announce First Dates of 2013
Greetings from Asbury Park…It’s never been so important to say those words, because compared to the rest of the Jersey Shore, we are fine. The Stone Pony, Paramount Theatre and Asbury Park Convention Hall are open for business and the rest of our boardwalk and surrounding beaches are progressing into the New Year.But our neighbors,… Continue reading My Morning Jacket and PHJB Headline Sandy Benefit Concert
Get out of the cold later on this winter and join us for the Jam in the Sand. This retreat to Jamaica is the perfect getaway gift for yourself and your favorite someone.We are really fired up for the Jam in the Sand. In less than 3 months we will take our band and crew… Continue reading Dark Star Orchestra's 'Jam in the Sand' less than 3 Months Away
The Lotus album Build, out February 19, 2013 on SCI Fidelity Records, propels through ten tracks with no wasted moments. Built on a foundation of beats evoking vinyl breaks, house, and big-beat, the album is a funky dance party from start to finish. The electronic infused 5-piece kicks things off with the release of the… Continue reading Lotus Announces New Album, Build, out February 19th, 2013
In an ever-changing music industry musicians and producers alike must learn to adapt to new sounds, trends, and styles to stay relevant. Nobody knows this more than longtime beat master and hip-hop veteran DJ Muggs, whose illustrious career has helped solidify himself a position as one of the utmost pioneers in hip-hop music today. Muggs… Continue reading DJ Muggs | Bass For Your Face | New Music Review
In a town that prides itself on a diverse music and arts scene it comes to no surprise to see a band like Good Gravy rise from the mix. With bluegrass roots combined with eclectic jams, this 5 piece groups creates a warm, welcoming sound that invites the crowd to get down on the dance… Continue reading Good Gravy! | Aggie Theater | Fort Collins, Colorado | Review
Z2 Entertainment is proud to present Lianne La Havas with Jamie N Commons at the Fox Theatre on Friday, March 29th, 2013. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Friday, December 14th for $18 general admission.La Havas’ “stunning (New Yorker)” live show has been lauded by critics and fellow musicians alike. Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon recently told Esquire (UK): “As soon as we… Continue reading Just Announced: Lianne La Havas @ Fox Theatre | 3/29/13
Z2 Entertainment is proud to present Mountain Standard Time‘s MardiGrass 2013 with Dead Winter Carpenters at the Fox Theatre on Saturday, March 9th. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 14th for $13.00 in advance and $16.00 day of show.As a bluegrass band that’s anything but traditional, Mountain Standard Time follows in the footsteps of such Colorado greats as The String Cheese… Continue reading Just Announced: Mountain Standard Time's MardiGrass @ the Fox
