independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
“The first time you go overseas, and you’re playing in France, or England, and people are singing your songs—for a guy who couldn’t get people to sing his songs in his own hometown for most of his life, that’s a mind-blower,” recalls The Record Company’s Chris Vos in a rare moment of reflection. “Having our... Continue Reading →
From its longstanding tenure as a musical tastemaker city to its outstanding professional sports reputation, it’s no secret that Cleveland rocks. “The straight-up rock n’ roll culture goes hand-in-hand with the overall culture in Cleveland,” says Welshly Arms frontman Sam Getz. “We love our sports teams here. We all go through these peaks and valleys... Continue Reading →
Legendary blues man Muddy Waters once said “the blues had a baby and named it rock n’ roll.” In fact, blues music embodies the roots of all American music; it is the quintessential vehicle for expressing visceral emotion, and touches on something deeply primal in every soul. When ZZ Ward was eight years old, her... Continue Reading →
San Diego-based duo Little Hurricane has a pretty typical story—girl plays drums, girl needs a band, girl places ad on Craigslist for said band, boy responds, girl and boy make beautiful music together, fall in love, and take over the world together. Well, maybe not so typical, but definitely very 21st-century--meet Anthony “Tone” Catalano and Celeste... Continue Reading →
Sometimes a different perspective can have a profound influence in an album’s spirit. For The Delta Saints, the guidance of producer Eddie Spear created an evolved songwriting structure that is at the creative core of their upcoming release Monte Vista. The album still features the group’s signature blues-rock style, but with a more aggressive nod... Continue Reading →
Nestled in a repurposed warehouse district, Nelson's Green Brier Distillery is a bit of a Nashville hidden gem. Within the classic-meets-modern bourbon maker is a wonderful concert space, the Oak Room, the exposed brick and concrete of which was the perfect match for a secret show for bluesy rockers, The Weeks. Just last week, the... Continue Reading →
About seven years ago, Matthew Paige and Zack Murphy staked the tent in the ground for what is now Nashville’s favorite purveyor of 60s-style rock n’ roll revival, otherwise known as Blackfoot Gypsies. On April 14th, the band will release their third album, To The Top, via Plowboy Records. Describing their sound as mere rock would be... Continue Reading →
Our favorite blues rock duo, Winstons, has unleashed a new video for their searing new single "Enough." This band makes a lot of noise for two people; if you're a regular around here (and if you aren't, you definitely should be), you're already familiar with their gut-punching prowess. We can't get enough (see what we did there),... Continue Reading →
Home is where the heart is, and Foxtrot & the Get Down has the City of Brotherly Love flowing through its bluesy veins. Comprised of Colin Budny, Ken Bianco, Erica Ruiz, Eric Berk, and Jimmy Iovine, the Philadelphia blues rock outfit recently released their debut full-length album, Roots Too Deep via Nashville label American Echo... Continue Reading →
German duo The Picturebooks stare down convention and defy its limitations. When singer/guitarist Fynn Claus Grabke and drummer Philipp Mirtschink started making music, neither of them could play an instrument. While recording their new album, Home Is A Heartache, they took the term garage band literally, using the same space where they repair and customize... Continue Reading →
