Acclaimed Richmond, Virginia-based indie rock band Carbon Leaf — who released their latest album, Time Is The Playground, on September 27th — began their long awaited tour here in St. Louis on September 25th, playing to a teeming City Winery downtown. The venue filled up super fast with enthusiastic aficionados after doors were opened and […]
Oh, how I do love bands that bend genres… Not normally an indie person, per se, I’m more of an ‘alt’ rocker (yes, there’s a difference). But if you add a little psychedelic reverb, echoes… a mix of acoustic and electric, you’ve got me hooked. And that’s exactly where I find myself with Wilderado‘s latest […]
Skunk Manhattan and guest co-host Tim Driscoll welcome ZZ Ward, a talented recording artist known for her unique blend of blues, pop, and hip hop. Tune in as they discuss her musical journey, her influences, and the recent release of her EP Mother, which marks her return to her blues roots. ZZ shares insights on balancing […]
Approximately 10 years ago, while living in central New York, I discovered a band called Lake Street Dive through friends who typically attended jam band shows. These friends were the type who would have followed the Grateful Dead if they had the time. They enthusiastically recommended that I check out Lake Street Dive and I […]
Vermont singer-songwriter Noah Kahan (with New England roots) has become one of the fastest rising artists of this generation. Despite getting his start in 2017 and releasing two albums Busyhead and I Was/I Am in 2019 and 2021, respectively, it wasn’t until 2022’s critically acclaimed album Stick Season that garnered Kahan well overdue recognition, chart-topping […]
Iron & Wine’s two-night engagement at The Bellwether in downtown Los Angeles was nothing short of magical. Held on June 28th and 29th, the concerts offered an unforgettable journey through Sam Beam’s rich catalog, highlighted by the enchanting tracks from his latest album, Light Verse. Opening the show was Amythyst Kiah, entertaining with her captivating […]
Day Three of San Diego’s Wonderfront Festival was a fantastic end to the weekend. With beautiful sunny weather, the waterfront venue was the perfect backdrop for a day of music and fun. Although it was Mother’s Day and attendance was a bit lower, the people who did show up were having the time of their […]
You know summer has arrived when you walk in the gates of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, always taking place the first weekend of May and always right on the water. Attendees were able to sleep in a bit or even take an early Friday morning shift, with this year kicking off at a convenient […]
Fans of the iconic Philadelphia band G. Love & Special Sauce erupted with anticipation as they strolled down the stairs in the back of Blueberry Hill on the Delmar Loop, descending upon the renowned Duck Room in St. Louis. This legendary venue played host to the opening show of the band’s highly anticipated 30th anniversary […]
2023 was a great year in music. In case you missed it, wolrd-renowned singer-songwriter Ben Harper gave us his best album yet — an 11-track opus entitled Wide Open Light! Following his GRAMMY-nominated Bloodline Maintenance, Wide Open Light was released as of June 2nd, 2023 via Chrysalis Records following a tease with the song “Yard Sale” […]
With the fourth annual BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach a recent success, the country-meets-Cali sister edition has been announced officially for the Fall! For those unaware of the growing BeachLife movement in the South Bay of Los Angeles, what used to be a beachy, backyard three-day event has turned into a cultured lifestyle. All is […]
Nashville Americana artist Samuel Herb has tipped his hat to mother nature on Earth Day with his brand new single, “To the Trees”. This latest release is more than just a song; it’s a beautiful tribute to his personal relationship with nature and all that he loves about the earth. As he points out in […]
NYC’s groundbreaking underground artist Matt Butler dropping a most provocative collective, a tour de force. Driven by inspiration of the ones left behind, self-titled release Reckless Son is truly a masterpiece produced beautifully and executed with perfection. Reckless Son delivers notes from a man that has witness more than most as he has toured to […]
Hang loose, brothas — BeachLife has taken shape yet again! On the sandy shores of Redondo Beach, set just inches from the pier, is an annual get-together that has quickly grown to define the community. It unites surfing, music, art, skate, and global conservation into one giant party; its name is BeachLife. Founded by Pennywise‘s […]
When you see Dave Matthews Band, you know you are witnessing something special. I’ve seen DMB many times over the years and this night was no exception. Since 1991 (over 30 years now), Dave Matthews Band has been playing for adoring fans all over the world. The band still has three remaining founding members, including […]
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