It was sometime in the early 90s when I first heard Hot Tuna. One of the older hippie kids in my neighborhood who used to flow me Dead tapes (and weed) said “hey man, you dig Hot Tuna?” I was the furthest thing from hip to what he was saying, and probably replied with something… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Jorma Kaukonen
Grateful Web’s Dylan Muhlberg had an opportunity to talk to Ken Hays, founder of Gathering of the Vibes festival. Ken discussed the impetus for creating Vibes back in 1996, the current status of the jamband scene, why Vibes is such a family friendly fest. and Ken gives a hint on who we can expect from… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Ken Hays
This past Friday, as another unseasonably warm sun sunk behind the Rocky Mountains, Katya Chorover settled into Denver’s Gypsy House Café to celebrate the release of her new album “Big Big Love”. Chorover’s first album in ten years is filled with sweet and sour beginnings and endings. Vocally, Chorover’s a powerhouse, reminiscent of soulful country… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Katya Chorover
Musicians have always had the perfect platform for speaking to the masses, and are perhaps the most strategically positioned for getting messages out to mankind. Singer/songwriter Martin Sexton is a tremendously talented performer and also one of the most conscious individuals on the music scene. Sexton spoke with us about the songs his new EP,… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Martin Sexton
Jazz guitarist Todd Clouser is no stranger to the hustle. Some call his music jazz, some describe it more as rock and roll. Clouser’s style has strong roots in both genres, but will not be confined to either. Performances with his group A Love Electric run through 70s rock grooves, jazz improvisation and will often… Continue reading The Grateful Web Interview with Todd Clouser
Toubab Krewe has been blending West African and American musical styles since early 2005 and has carved out a solid niche for themselves on jam-band and festival circuits. The Krewe is in Colorado this week for a six night run through the Rocky Mountains, fresh from Jam Cruise 10. We had the pleasure of speaking… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Luke Quaranta of Toubab Krewe
On Tuesday, Boulder-based singer/songwriter Reed Foehl, former member of Acoustic Junction, took the time to speak with the Grateful Web. I spoke with the delightful gentleman on a variety of topics including his 4th (or 5th) solo album (due out sometime in April of this year), his stage time with Arlo Guthrie and Ray LaMontagne,… Continue reading The Grateful Web Interview with Reed Foehl
Grateful Web’s Aaron Dietrich had a few minutes today to speak to Head for the Hills‘ bassist, Matt Loewen. Check out the interview below. Hope you enjoy! Thanks a lot to Matt for his time and to Sean for setting this up. Head for the Hills is a great young progressive acoustic band — go… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Head for the Hills' Bassist, Matt Loewen
Mike Dillon is a hardworking man of many hats. The songwriter, percussionist, vibraphonist and bandleader has a lengthy resume displaying a vast list of projects spanning genres of rock, punk, jazz, afro-funk and hip-hop. Dillon has played with Ani DiFranco, Karl Denson, Les Claypool, James Singleton and Ten Hands. In addition to Garage A Trois,… Continue reading 8 Questions for Mike Dillon of Garage A Trois (and beyond)
Anvil may be a new name to you, but in the metal community they have been known for the past thirty years. They have played on stage with the likes of Bon Jovi, Scorpions and Whitesnake, but until recently fame and stardom have eluded them. Recently the Grateful Web’s Derek Rhine had a chance to… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Lips from Anvil
