The last eight months have been kind of a crossroads period for San Francisco rockers, New Monsoon. Not only did they recruit a new bass player, but also lost their two key percussionists who have left the band indefinitely. In today’s fragile music scene, this situation could have been disastrous. However, New Monsoon has managed… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with New Monsoon's Ron Johnson
Live set pays tribute to Sister Rosetta Tharpe, The Staple Singers and Billie Holiday; set includes traditional spirituals as well as and original several new original songs. “Ask me about my religion,” writes Michelle Shocked in her “womanifesto” for her forthcoming album. “Of course, no one ever does.” But it’s all part of her long… Continue reading Michelle Shocked's New Album, ToHEAVENuRIDE
In our looking back at last year’s 10,000 Lakes Festival in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, we turn to Day Two of the four-day event. Day Two actually begins with an experience that happened in the wee hours of the first day of the festival. In the VIP campground where all the bands, media, and high-end ticket… Continue reading The Bands of 10,000 Lakes 2006, Part 2
It’s been said that fine, delicate wines need to mature slowly. For bands, sometimes that’s true. In GB Leighton‘s case, it has taken almost two decades of songwriting and serious performing to develop into a force that is poised to take on the musical world. That maturing is grounded in Brian Leighton’s songwriting, his powerful… Continue reading GB Leighton: A Roots Rock Band to Watch
Some men celebrate their 63rd birthday by starting a countdown to retirement, but for bluegrass legend – and road warrior – Doyle Lawson, April 20th was a milepost on the way to one of his busiest and most successful seasons yet. Fresh off taping an episode of GAC’s Edge Of Country with Kylie Harris (air… Continue reading Doyle Lawson Gears Up for Busy Touring Season
While dancing amongst the sold out crowd at the Boulder Theater it became clear to me…..why haven’t I seen this band before? This relatively unknown band performs like a veteran group, with a commanding visual presence and an amazing display of musicianship to back it up. It was on this night fans gathered to hear… Continue reading Kan'nal Celebrates DVD Release at Boulder Theater
