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From Ozzy to Pink Floyd: Wheels North Spins a Genre-Bending Night

Bluegrass is booming, with new fans discovering fresh groups every day, and Wheels North ranks among the finest of Chicago’s contributions. I recently had the pleasure of watching this progressive quartet light up the night. They announced their arrival with a rousing bluegrass re-imagining of Ozzy Osbourne’s “Momma I’m Coming Home.” Thrilling strings, crystal-clear lyrics,… Continue reading From Ozzy to Pink Floyd: Wheels North Spins a Genre-Bending Night

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Gillian Welch & David Rawlings Deliver Roots Magic in Boulder

On a picture-perfect summer evening in Boulder, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings brought their soulful, roots-infused harmonies to the Chautauqua Auditorium on June 16th, delivering an unforgettable evening to a captivated crowd. Set against the charming, rustic backdrop of Chautauqua—a venue that seems tailor-made for their music—the duo filled the space with songs both haunting… Continue reading Gillian Welch & David Rawlings Deliver Roots Magic in Boulder

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Back to the Future of Blues: DK Harrell Gets ‘Heavy’

From the first note, DK Harrell makes it clear that Talkin’ Heavy isn’t just a title—it’s a statement. The rising blues powerhouse and award-winning guitarist steps into the spotlight with a voice that’s gritty, guitar work that’s golden, and a sound that pays homage to the greats while carving his own path. This album is… Continue reading Back to the Future of Blues: DK Harrell Gets ‘Heavy’

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Tash Sultana brings ‘Mystik-al’ soundscapes and bold vocals to Hard Rock Live – Sacramento

Dazzling the crowd with dreamy vocals, deft usage of an incredible array of instruments, spontaneously created loops, and a whole lot of passion, Australian singer-songwriter superstar Tash Sultana held the audience spellbound on June 11 at Hard Rock Live – Sacramento at Fire Mountain. A multiple Australian Recording Industry Association award winner, Sultana, who stated… Continue reading Tash Sultana brings ‘Mystik-al’ soundscapes and bold vocals to Hard Rock Live – Sacramento

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Jam Titans STS9 and Lotus Spark a Sonic Storm at The Anthem

Summer is here, and with it comes festival season. This year’s lineup included the re-emergence of an old favorite: the All Good Now Music Festival. After a ten-year break, the festival returned with Sound Tribe Sector 9 headlining and Lotus opening the pre-party at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. These two old-school jamtronica outfits were… Continue reading Jam Titans STS9 and Lotus Spark a Sonic Storm at The Anthem

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Spafford Electrifies Allentown and Kicks Off Summer Tour

Spafford kicked off their summer tour with an electric performance at the Arrow @ Archer Music Hall in Allentown, an exclusive and intimate companion stage for the brand-new Archer Music Hall. The evening was a testament to the band’s improvisational prowess, crafting an experience that felt both expansive and deeply personal. The first set opened… Continue reading Spafford Electrifies Allentown and Kicks Off Summer Tour

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BERTHA: Grateful Drag | The Mishawaka | 6/13/2025

Bertha brought all the glitz, glamour, and Grateful Dead grooves to the Mishawaka Amphitheatre last night. Bertha is a Grateful Dead drag tribute band way beyond description; they have improvisational psychedelic musical skills that would make Jerry smile—and probably blush a little, too. The band’s brilliant makeover of one of the greatest musical catalogs in… Continue reading BERTHA: Grateful Drag | The Mishawaka | 6/13/2025

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Goose | Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre | 6/6/2025

Last weekend, the Connecticut-based jam thrill ride known as Goose doled out two solid nights of high energy and creativity to the Colorado Front Range. Making their way back to Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre outside of Denver nearly one year after their debut run at the venue, the slimmed-down quartet brought everything fans have come to… Continue reading Goose | Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre | 6/6/2025

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The Last Great Dream by Dennis McNally: A Review

What the heck is a counterculture, and how can I get one started? Dennis McNally’s The Last Great Dream (Grand Central Publishing, 2025) won’t help you recreate the 1960s – that ship has sailed. But McNally’s new book provides a clear-eyed, rear-view mirror exploration of the mid-20th century counterculture in the United States. From… Continue reading The Last Great Dream by Dennis McNally: A Review

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Hometown Heroes on the Rocks: Big Head Todd and the Monsters’s Milestone Weekend at Red Rocks

Big Head Todd and the Monsters began their musical journey in the state of Colorado, and now, forty years later, the band and their fans are celebrating this magical musical milestone with an expansive 40th Anniversary Tour, including two shows at Red Rocks in Morrison, Colorado, this past weekend. The band first played at Red… Continue reading Hometown Heroes on the Rocks: Big Head Todd and the Monsters’s Milestone Weekend at Red Rocks

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