America is unrecognizable. 300,000+ citizens have died in a pandemic that could have been better managed. The government is sitting on a stimulus package that would ignite the economy and save livelihoods. People are refusing to take personal responsibility. Lies and misdirected efforts have derailed our focus. This is not the country I know. It’s… Continue reading Courtney Marie Andrews | "America" | Review
Reggae-influenced alternative rock band Iration played a sold-out show for the final performance of the Concerts In Your Car Series at the Ventura Fairgrounds on December 4th. Since last June, when CBF Productions launched the first drive-in live music experience in California at the Ventura Fairgrounds, there has been a rebirth of live music events… Continue reading Iration Plays Final Show of the Concerts in Your Car Series
I adore people like Lilli Lewis. Besides being an extraordinarily talented artist who creates outstanding music, she is a mover and shaker positively influencing the community through her grassroots, social change efforts. Lewis’ single “My American Heart,” off her upcoming album, “Americana” demonstrates a caliber of genius. Lewis’ voice is breathtaking. She launches the song… Continue reading Lilli Lewis | “My American Heart” | Review
Lilly Winwood’s claim to fame isn’t simply her iconic father Steve Winwood. The video release of “Few More Records” provides a delectable taste of Winwood’s definitive country style highlighting her rich vocals and ability to carefully craft thoughtful lyrics. The full-bodied, metallic twang of the guitars resonates forcefully, welcoming Winwood’s bright, steady voice. The upbeat… Continue reading Lilly Winwood | “Few More Records” | Review
A little over a week ago, five-member progressive string band Horseshoes and Hand Grenades released their brand-new album, Miles In Blue, and just last night, they performed the album in its entirety via a special, two-hour live-streamed set. Filmed by JamGrassTV and put on with help from Wild Woods Festival, HHG’s album release show took… Continue reading Horseshoes & Hand Grenades | Miles In Blue | Review
In tarot culture, the number three is often referred to as the “trinity of creation,” which is seen as an expression of the creative power of life itself, tapping into all the resources that manifest through creative actions and processes. It also stands for the duality of the power of two to create a whole… Continue reading lespecial | Ancient Homies | Review
Tash Sultana’s forthcoming sophomore album Terra Firma, due out February 19, 2021 on Mom+Pop Music takes a mash-up of genres to create a peacefully inspiring album. Its intoxicating grooves and hypnotic riffs are instantly inviting, but with depth that reveals its rewards the more you absorb it. From the previously released evocative “Greed” to the… Continue reading Tash Sultana | "Terra Firma" | Review
Life has changed dramatically since the start of the pandemic. No traveling, concerts, movies, drinks at bars, gym sessions or even weekly, mundane marketing trips. I now daydream about these previously unappreciated activities. Cat Ridgeway’s album, “Nice To Meet You” is how I will approach the world and each wonderful and sometimes even boring endeavor… Continue reading Cat Ridgeway | "Nice To Meet You” | Review
Three-eleven brought their funk drenched rap infused rock sounds to the Ventura Fairgrounds for the Concerts In Your Car series on November 14th. The boys from Omaha played two distinctive back-to-back shows drawing material from their thirteen studio albums and more. Since last June, when CBF Productions launched the first drive-in live music experience in California at the… Continue reading 311 Doubled The Fun With Two Live Sets at Concerts In Your Car Series in Ventura
Nine minutes and twenty-two seconds of soul-piercing vocals and heavy electro come together to form deadmau5 and Kiesza’s new single “Bridged By a Lightwave” which was released Nov 10. The musical odyssey which made its premiere on SIRIUSXM BPM and is Kiesza’s first-ever collaboration with deadmau5 brings him back to the dance floors destined to… Continue reading deadmau5 and Kiesza | “Bridged By a Lightwave” | Review
