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Colorado Groovin': Perpetual Groove in Denver

Colorado Groovin': Perpetual Groove in Denver

Somewhere between space funk and carnival time resides the music of Georgia-based jamband, Perpetual Groove.  The current lineup of Brock Butler (guitar/vocals), Adam Perry (bass), Albert Suttle (drums), and Matt McDonald (keys/vocals) exploded onto the live music scene in 2001 and have since gained quite a devoted following.  Electrifying performances at festivals such as Wakarusa, 10,000… Continue reading Colorado Groovin': Perpetual Groove in Denver

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Charlie Hunter Resident Magician

Charlie Hunter Resident Magician

Guitar player, bass player, virtuoso, jazz and blues legend, and magician are all titles that describe the sorcery that Charlie Hunter creates so effortlessly on stage. Taught originally by guitarist Joe Satriani with a $7 guitar in Berkeley, and since then collaborated with dozens of incredible musicians, Hunter has certainly made his mark at a… Continue reading Charlie Hunter Resident Magician

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Moest Underrated?

Moest Underrated?

I have always felt that moe. had never truly gotten the respect that they gratefully deserve. It is slowly dawning on fans of the jamband and other scenes that moe is for real. Coming off the release of an amazing new album The Conch, that even Rolling Stone gave 4 out of 5 stars to,… Continue reading Moest Underrated?

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N'awlins Funk Visits the City of Brotherly Love

N'awlins Funk Visits the City of Brotherly Love

“Y’all wish Ben (Ellman) a happy birthday,” Papa Mali preached to the crowd as he strolled off the stage after a fun set of music.  It was the first night of February at the Theatre of the Living Arts in Philadelphia on its famous South Street. Galactic was playing only the second show in their… Continue reading N'awlins Funk Visits the City of Brotherly Love

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Keller Williams | Dream | New Music Review

Keller Williams | Dream | New Music Review

Over the years I have found Keller Williams‘ live shows to be an exciting spectacle of his unique musical talent, full of interesting and catchy songs.  However, I have felt that his studio releases have lacked the same energy and substance.  His vocal style can sometimes be redundant and his signature guitar playing has lost some… Continue reading Keller Williams | Dream | New Music Review

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Stanton Moore Trio Brings the Funk

Stanton Moore Trio Brings the Funk

On a night where Colorado music fans could have seen G-Love and the Special Sauce, another Zero reunion, and numerous other acts it was exciting to see folks completely pack the Bluebird Theater in Denver to witness the latest incarnation of the Stanton Moore Trio.  Before the show began one fan was overheard saying, “This is a big night in… Continue reading Stanton Moore Trio Brings the Funk

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Kyle Hollingsworth & Friends Warm Up Denver

Kyle Hollingsworth & Friends Warm Up Denver

After the disclosure that String Cheese Incident founding member and guitarist Billy Nershi would be leaving the band this year, many fans were left to wonder what might become of the remaining band members.  Could they tour without Billy, or would this truly be the end of the Cheese? Likely it will spell the end… Continue reading Kyle Hollingsworth & Friends Warm Up Denver

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Peter Rowan & The Tony Rice Quartet | Jaqua Concert Hall

Peter Rowan & The Tony Rice Quartet | Jaqua Concert Hall

Cozy would be an understatement.  The air was stifling on Saturday night in Eugene, OR’s Jaqua Concert Hall at The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts.  But the music was cool and refreshing. From the opening song, Panama Red, to the set closer, Midnight Moonlight, the Peter Rowan and Tony Rice Quartet played inspiring… Continue reading Peter Rowan & The Tony Rice Quartet | Jaqua Concert Hall

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Blues on the Prairie: Backyard Barbeque and Blues Fest

Blues on the Prairie: Backyard Barbeque and Blues Fest

The Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel near Morton, Minnesota, tried a new experiment this past fall. Though their gianormous outdoor Amphitheater offers racing and big name country entertainment, they have never brought in high caliber blues acts. Other casinos on the plains have been attracting new customers with country performers and music legends doing their last hurrahs… Continue reading Blues on the Prairie: Backyard Barbeque and Blues Fest

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Bruce Hornsby | 'Halcyon Days' | Review

Bruce Hornsby | 'Halcyon Days' | Review

Halcyon Days, Bruce Hornsby’s ninth full-length album and first for Columbia Records, evoke hopes for the future and memories of the past while appreciating, according to the artist, “Great days, beautiful peaceful days when they happenin these times.” Hornsby, a three-time Grammy winner who’s sold more than 10 million records since his multi-platinum debut in… Continue reading Bruce Hornsby | 'Halcyon Days' | Review

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