If you want to enumerate all the amazing San Francisco Bay Area rock, fusion, and jam bands that have played a role in the region’s storied musical history, you might want to start your count with Zero. Okay, that’s a silly pun. But it’s no joke that Zero has earned a spot among the pantheon… Continue reading ZERO CELEBRATES 40 YEARS OF COUNTLESS JAMS
The Disco Biscuits returned to Penn’s Peak on November 7th, 2024, for a second year running, setting the stage ablaze with an electrifying performance that ignited the room and left fans buzzing. The band—Jon “Barber” Gutwillig (guitar/vocals), Marc “Brownie” Brownstein (bass/vocals), Aaron Magner (keys/vocals), and Allen Aucoin (drums)—delivered a high-octane, exploratory journey through tight, dynamic… Continue reading Beyond the Peak: Disco Biscuits’ Improvisational Magic at Penn’s Peak
Goose celebrated their first Halloween in St. Petersburg, Florida, on October 31, 2024, with a crowd of around five thousand fans and a chilling Stranger Things theme. This all took place adjacent to the St. Pete Pier, nestled within Tampa Bay. The band was as thrilled to be in Florida as the fans were to… Continue reading Goose Delivers Stranger Things Halloween Theme in St. Pete
The Snozzberries have a gift for all progressive music fans. Their new self-titled album truly explores the boundaries of rock, metal and jazz. The songs cover multiple genres, blending, bending and stretching musicality into a tasty stew of sounds and textures. The tunes do not follow traditional formats and listeners will soon find that the… Continue reading Snozzberries push the envelope with their new self-titled album
Last Friday, October 25, 2024, was a difficult day for Grateful Dead fans, as jam rock bassist and patriarch Phil Lesh peacefully left this earth. The news began circulating around 5 p.m. EST, giving many bands, including Dogs in a Pile, enough time to prepare a tribute. The band was gearing up for a two-night… Continue reading Dogs in a Pile Deliver a Vibrant Phil Lesh Tribute at Brooklyn Bowl Philly
On the evening of October 30, 2024, the historic Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara welcomed singer-songwriter Aimee Mann for an intimate and memorable performance. Mann’s unique blend of introspective melodies and sharp, insightful lyrics left a profound mark on the captivated audience. The theater’s cozy atmosphere and superb acoustics provided the perfect backdrop, creating an… Continue reading Wit Meets Warmth: Mann and Coulton Captivate Santa Barbara
Orville Peck seemed perfectly at home as he concluded his current tour with a two-night stint at the Hollywood Palladium. Originally scheduled for earlier in the month, Peck’s highly anticipated performance had been postponed due to vocal issues. Yet, fans were elated to finally see him take the stage just days before Halloween. The evening… Continue reading Masked Marvels and Halloween Hootenannies: Orville Peck's Palladium Finale
The boys are back with a vengeance! ZZ Top stormed into the Bank of America Performing Arts Center on October 29, 2024, bringing with them a fiery dose of red-hot blues-rock that left the audience electrified. Drawing from a rich musical legacy influenced by legends like John Lee Hooker and Muddy Waters, the Rock &… Continue reading Sharp Dressed Legends: ZZ Top’s Timeless Return
Greensky Bluegrass brought their electrifying sound and Halloween spirit to The Refinery in Charleston, SC, on October 31, 2024. With the band dressed as skeletons and the stage lit with an eerie glow, the atmosphere was set for a night that balanced Greensky’s signature improvisational prowess with the whimsical edge of Halloween. Set One kicked… Continue reading A Night of Bones and Arrows: Greensky Bluegrass Honors Phil Lesh in Charleston
For the fourth consecutive year, Madison locals, Armchair Boogie, hosted the best Halloween party in town. On Friday, the 26th, the stage was set. The entire setup, including props and costumes, was masterfully crafted by Schnitzel Bear Studios. The band brought some of their friends to The Majestic Theatre on King Street for an unforgettable… Continue reading Banjo-Rama in the Bayou: Armchair Boogie’s Halloween Bash
