Immediately recognizable is that distinct jangly Rickenbacker guitar sounds that threads through The Beatles, Tom Petty, The Byrds, The Jam and early Who. The Cairo Gang, who’s namesake is from the IRA members responsible for Dublin’s “Bloody Sunday” nearly 100 years ago makes for an obscure reference packed with potentially curious meaning. That aside, they have a solid, tight sound. Add to their performance Kelly’s subtle charisma and showmanship, the… Continue reading The Cairo Gang
Two absolutes. 1) It is impossible to cover even half of the acts, 2) This festival continues to showcase up and coming acts that quickly ascend toward great popularity. This year no exception. The big headliners, U2, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Chance the Rappers and Lorde were attended as expected but the secondary stages, for their sizes where… Continue reading Bonnaroo Arts and Music Festival 2017
They performed at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s Andrew Jackson Hall playing a mini-set on Sunday, May 14. The 2011 Hall of Famers joined in for the last several songs of Alice Cooper’s “Spend the Night” concert which is touring through June 24. The night’s set included the pulsating “Muscle of Love”, “Billion Dollar Babies” the irreverent “School’s Out”, “No… Continue reading Original Alice Cooper Band Reunion
Last night’s sold out concert was made possible by the bonded relationships with the festival organized and Old Town School of Folk staff. Ali Farka Touré Band headlined with Terakaft opening the concert. Only one of a few performances in the states, this show was a rare opportunity for patrons to experience. This music harkens the origins… Continue reading Ali Farka Touré Band Live with Special Guests Terakaft
Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell was reported having died last night in Detroit. His death was “sudden and unexpected” and the singer’s family would be “working closely with the medical examiner to determine the cause.” according to The New York Times. The band was scheduled to perform next at Rock on the Range Festival in Columbus, Ohio.
Nestled on the shore of the Mississippi River at Memphis’ Tom Lee park, fans get the best bang for their buck attending this event. It’s apparent why BSMF is listed in www.everfest.com's top 300 worldwide festivals. With so many music festivals these days what makes BSMF standout besides reasonable ticket prices is the diversity of the acts and a… Continue reading Beale Street Music Festival 2017
Robin Trower’s early career began with Procul Harum in the late 1960s. Some say he redesigned the band’s sound with his blistering solo work. His fruitful solo career has included co-writing with the late bassist Jack Bruce in the 1980s for “BLT” and “Truce” and “Seven Moons” in 2007. His inspirations include Albert King, ZZ… Continue reading Robin Trower
