For Colorado’s Yonder Mountain String Band, the new year is full of possibilities. The band has a rigorous winter and spring tour underway, and will be hosting their 10th annual Northwest String Summit this summer in Oregon. They will also be returning for a headlining gig at famed Red Rocks Amphitheater in their home state,… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Jeff Austin
Multifaceted singer/songwriter/musician Drew Emmitt appears to have finally found the right balance of music in his life. Not only is the co-founder of jamgrass pioneers Leftover Salmon entering his 22nd year fronting that band, but he is busy at work with his other project, The Emmitt-Nershi Band. This year he will also find the time to… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Drew Emmitt
As a prequel to their 8 day tour of Colorado, the Grateful Web got a chance to speak with electronic/rock and roll duo BoomBox about touring, their history, songwriting, and what makes them and their music tick. Grateful Web: This is Dave Papuga from the Grateful Web, and today I have the privilege of speaking… Continue reading BoomBox: The Grateful Web Speaks with Electronic Rock and Roll Innovators Russ Randolph & Zion Rock Godchaux
Last year was monumental for veteran prog rockers Umphrey’s McGee, who hit the road for over 100 shows with stops at familiar haunts and some new markets. Their unique concert events including the Stew Art Series and UMBowl allowed the audience to connect with the band like never before, and proved that the band remains dedicated to finding new ways… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with UM's Kris Myers
I feel absolutely terrible and I never want to drink again. My head hurts, my throat hurts, my stomach feels like it’s been eating itself all day, and I am woozy and afraid for my future financial situation. I just threw up for the second time (and this time, I remember it), and now my… Continue reading Grateful Web’s Interview with Elephant Revival
The Grateful Web’s Josh Baker recently had an opportunity to speak to Portland, Oregon based Twisted Whistle about how they became a band, what musical inspirations affected them, their current tour and much more. GW: So how long have you guys been together for? Jeff: Almost eight months. Matt: Thanksgiving is right around a year.… Continue reading Grateful Web's Interview with Twisted Whistle
The Grateful Web was fortunate enough to have a chance to speak to Ian Anderson, singer and songwriter for the legendary band, Jethro Tull. We’re incredibly flattered Ian spent some of his time with us as he prepares for a summer tour on the east coast of the United States. GW: Hi, Mr.Anderson? Ian Anderson:… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Ian Anderson
When small coffee house performances come to memory, a picture develops within the mind’s a eye that often seems to call up images of a simple set with acoustic guitar, wooden bar stools, a soft pool of light, and the gentle murmuring of an audience. Such a setting would fit well the music of English… Continue reading Bobby Long Gives Revival to Dull Night at the Fox
In most cases, being called dense is not something to be taken lightly and is certainly a far cry from what most would like to hear about themselves. When it comes to music though, and in particular that crafted by Here We Go Magic, being called dense may very well be one of the best… Continue reading Here We Go Magic, A Reinvigoration Of Phil Spector's Wall of Sound
Night Owls Rejoice! EOTO plays 2 nights at the Fox in Boulder. “Go like this when the bass drops… (Arms outstretched, bouncing like your holding a medium to large sized exercise ball). It’s that moment that the crowd unites and the beat is supreme. It’s just got that bass.” –Jason Hann, EOTO It seems that… Continue reading It's that moment that the crowd unites and the beat is supreme..
