Rising virtuoso Jacob Johnson has announced the June 21 release of his soul-affirming, spiritually-uplifting version of “Jessica,” the iconic, transcendent Allman Brothers classic. Penned by late ABB guitarist Dickey Betts, along with contributions from guitarist Les Dudek, the original composition was named after Betts’ 1-year old daughter who crawled into the room while the song… Continue reading Jacob Johnson cover of Allman Bros "Jessica" with Marcus King Band rhythm section
As spring pushes into summer and bands fire up the sound machine in outdoor venues across the land, the jam world tour de force Goose settled into Colorado once again to give the music community two solid nights of improvisation at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre outside of Denver in early June. Maxing out at 18,000 strong,… Continue reading Goose | Fiddler's Green | 6/7/2024 | Review
Jessica Malone has been honing her singing and songwriting craft for the past decade, hewing close to her Northern California home in both body and musical spirit. On Gold Flowers of the West, her second full-length studio album, Malone farms her California foothill roots (notwithstanding occasional lyrical calls to sisterly locales like Montana and Carolina)… Continue reading Jessica Malone | Gold Flowers of the West | Review
About 200 or so smiling faces gathered in the Berkeley Hills (officially the community of Kensington, Calif.) on a beautiful June 15 afternoon for a musical benefit featuring the acoustic David Nelson Band, Steve Poltz, and Ragged Charms (a one-time ensemble featuring Dan “Lebo” Lebowitz, three fellows from Hot Buttered Rum, Stephanie Salva, and Wally… Continue reading Groovin' in the Grove | 6/15/2024 | Recap
On this day, June 22, 2024, we celebrate the extraordinary life and multifaceted career of Kris Kristofferson, a true legend whose influence has woven itself into the very fabric of American music and cinema. Born in Brownsville, Texas, Kristofferson’s journey from Rhodes Scholar to country music outlaw and Hollywood star is a saga of artistic… Continue reading Kris Kristofferson: The Poet of the Open Road
Maui-born singer and Willie Nelson protégé Lily Meola returns with a fresh, sassy alt-country track titled “Cowboy.” The candid song features pop sensibilities layered over a groovy baseline and driving percussion. Listen to the track HERE. “‘Cowboy’ came to life simply because I wanted to write a song about cowboys. Through its melody, I aimed… Continue reading Lily Meola Channels Her Sassy Alt-Country Side with New Single "Cowboy"
Today, in celebration of International Day of Yoga and the Summer Solstice, NYC-based musician and yoga studio founder Jason Samel has released his heartfelt new single “Heads Bowed Down,” available now on all major platforms. The release, which coincides with the launch of the inaugural Long Island Yoga Festival in Glen Cove, NY today, features… Continue reading Jason Samel’s New Single “Heads Bowed Down” Celebrates the Transformative Power of Yoga and Music
Acclaimed vocalist/guitarist Eric Rachmany is giving fans the best of both worlds by bringing together his Unified Highway partner Amp Live (the renowned producer, DJ and remixer) and Rebelution band members Rory Carey, Wesley Finley and Marley D. Williams with the release of two new singles – “Taking My Time” and “Pay No Mind” –… Continue reading Rebelution + Unified Highway Team Up on New Singles “Taking My Time” & “Pay No Mind”
Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter and Grammy Award-nominated artist, Leslie Mendelson has released her new album, After The Party via Pasadena Records / Royal Potato Family. Her fourth full-length recording to date, this latest effort finds Mendelson collaborating with not one, but three producers: the legendary Peter Asher (James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Bonnie Raitt), the young, in-demand Tyler… Continue reading LESLIE MENDELSON'S NEW ALBUM AFTER THE PARTY OUT NOW
Ugly roomers or ugly rumors, doesn’t matter which way you say it, they are all true! Today’s the day you get to revisit FROM THE MARS HOTEL with all the magic of 21st century remastering and a few demos to boot. And those of you who picked up the 3CD? Strap in for the very… Continue reading Now Shipping: From The Mars Hotel (50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)
