On Nov. 17, Denver’s Ellie Caulkins Opera House was filled with the sweet songs of lost love, simplicity and addiction. The source of this therapeutic rapture was former shoe-factory worker turned folk phenomenon Ray LaMontagne. With a voice that harbors the kind of goosebumps and butterflies that first love brings, he captures the many emotions… Continue reading Ray LaMontagne | Denver, CO | 11/17/09 | Review
I have listened to a lot of music. Over the past few years, I have come to accept that there is very little that musically surprises me anymore. I am not saying that there is nothing good out there, to the contrary there has been a lot of good music lately, it is simply that… Continue reading The Rural Alberta Advantage | 'Hometowns' | Review
The Bitter End is a musical landmark in New York. Many artists on their way up to stardom have played here. Bob Dylan, Billy Joel, Patti Smith, Frank Zappa, even pop music’s current ‘It Girl’, Lady Gaga. But on November 12th, it was Zack Borer’s turn. With its tables and chairs, intimate lighting, and being… Continue reading Zack Borer Band | The Bitter End | NYC | Review
It’s time to grab a beer and browse the CD racks at Waterloo Records which hosted Collin Herring’s newest album release “Ocho” this Tuesday, November 17th. The Fort Worth native has made his way back down to Austin with a slate full of shows around Texas. Collin Herring’s fourth album, “Ocho” comes on the heels… Continue reading Collin Herring's CD Release Party | 'Ocho'
