British-born keys player Jon Cleary now makes New Orleans his home where he has immersed himself in a social structure that lives and breathes music. He offers a unique perspective on the cultures that produced New Orleans popular music. “In New Orleans, music is such an important part of the culture here,” says Cleary. It… Continue reading Jon Cleary On New Orleans Music: Part Two
Jon Cleary’s upbringing, amid a family of musicians in England, clearly put him on his lifepath. He was destined to be a musician. “There was never any question,” he says. “That was all I really ever wanted to do.” His family, however, weren’t just players, they were avid enthusiasts and collectors. “Everybody in the family… Continue reading Jon Cleary On New Orleans Music: Part One
With recognition (by critics, peers and fans alike) snowballing daily regarding Diana Jones‘ position as one of the most distinctive, soulful and nuanced singer/songwriters in the country/folk idiom, Ryko Distribution has agreed with NewSong Recordings to make Diana’s luminous 2006 independent release My Remembrance of You readily available to chain and independent buyers across the… Continue reading Ryko/Proper to Re-Release Diana Jones' My Remembrance of You
Gathering of the Vibes 2007 has finalized the lineup for the 12th Annual Music, Camping and Arts Festival, taking place August 9-12 at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT. The diverse genres of musicians and bands performing on four stages include Legendary Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir and Ratdog, five time Grammy Award Winner Buddy Guy,… Continue reading Gathering of the Vibes 2007 Finalizes Artist Lineup & Schedule
In a rare Grateful Dead booking configuration, this year’s 10,000 Lakes Festival will feature not only found Dead member Bob Weir and his band Ratdog, but also Chicago’s Mr. Blotto and New Riders of the Purple Sage. Mr. Blotto is touring in support of their latest album, Barlow Shanghai, a collaboration with gifted Dead songwriter,… Continue reading Bob Weir, New Riders of the Purple Sage, Mr. Blotto, & Festival Philosophy
