The Thing | Austin, Texas – photos by Russell Levine There are rooms that remember things. Antone’s is one of them. Since 1975, the place has been sweating out ghosts—blues legends, road dogs, lifers. You can feel it in the walls, in the low ceiling, in the way the sound wraps around you instead of… Continue reading Long live The Thing: a sweat-soaked resurrection at Antone’s
David Rawlings, Gillian Welch and Paul Kowert | Fox Theater – Oakland, CA | April 17th, 2026 – photos by Gabriel David Barkin I spent a lot of time in the 1980s at Grateful Dead shows. One of those shows was at Park West Ski Resort in Utah in 1987. I ended up on the… Continue reading Dead Reckoning with Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings in Oakland
Goose | Fort Lauderdale. Florida | April 14th, 2026 – photos by Russell Levine I walked into the War Memorial Auditorium on Tuesday night expecting a story. Not a clean one—but something that moved forward, built up, paid off. That’s not what Goose gave me. By the end of the night, it felt less like… Continue reading Goose Leaves It Unfinished in Fort Lauderdale — And That’s the Point
photos by Alexius Lipot When you first hear the name BERTHA: Grateful Drag, you might expect a fun, quirky night out—but what unfolds is something far beyond that. This is not just a show; it is a full-blown experience powered by immensely talented musicians and performers who elevate their craft to another level. Taking the… Continue reading BERTHA: Grateful Drag Brings Glitter, Groove, and Talent to Asheville
Chicago Farmer | Kalamazoo, MI | photos by Dan Ward Spring in the Midwest is a special time. The first green leaves appear, heavy winter clothes give way to lighter spring fashion, and people no longer worry about traveling to see a favorite band. Tonight, Cody Diekhoff, aka Chicago Farmer, has ventured out to Kalamazoo… Continue reading Chicago Farmer and The Field Notes Return to Bell’s Brewery in Kalamazoo
Thievery Corporation | New York, NY | April 3, 2026 | Photos by Jamie Huenefeld/Killahwave For a band built on mood, texture, and global influence, Thievery Corporation‘s April 3, 2026 show at Terminal 5 in New York, NY came with something more personal attached. Billed as part of the group’s thirty year celebration, the night traded… Continue reading Thievery Corporation Deliver 30 Year Celebration with Rare Hilton Appearance at Terminal 5
Photos by Elliot Engebretson Colorado remains a mecca for jam band fans and electronic music lovers alike. From the sweeping vistas of Red Rocks and the rugged canyon backdrop of the Mishawaka, to storied rooms like the Bluebird Theater and the Mission Ballroom, the state offers no shortage of unforgettable places to experience live music.… Continue reading Space Dough: Space Bacon & Rado Take over Colorado
YMSB: Good As True On March 27th, jam grass originals Yonder Mountain String Band presented their 12th studio album Good As True to the world. Released on their own Frog Pad Records label and featuring eight tracks of that unique sound that the band has given audiences for nearly thirty years, this latest production showcases… Continue reading Yonder Mountain String Band Deliver Good As True Studio Album Review
Buffalo Traffic Jam: Take Me Home Last October, Buffalo Traffic Jam—the duo of Frankie Cassidy and Nathan Ross—released their debut EP, Take Me Home. The record is soft, acoustic, and gritty, showcasing the group’s raw and authentic blend of folk, indie, and country music. There isn’t a better fit for the often catch-all “Americana” genre… Continue reading Buffalo Traffic Jam Share Raw Americana on Debut EP Take Me Home
Richard Thompson | Santa Barbara, CA | April 4, 2026 – photos by L. Paul Mann There’s a certain kind of magic that only reveals itself in a room like the Lobero Theatre—where history, intimacy, and sound all meet in perfect proportion. On April 4th, that magic belonged to Richard Thompson, who returned to Santa… Continue reading Richard Thompson Delivers Acoustic Mastery at Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara
