independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
Alabama Shakes definitely blew the idea of a sophomore slump out of the proverbial water with the release of their stellar LP Sound & Color this year. While there are so many list-worthy options on this record, I found myself turning up the volume every time groove-tastic tune “Dunes” popped up on the rotation (“Future... Continue Reading →
Blood harmony: when people who are closely related, like siblings, sing together, the similarities in the voices make them blend so beautifully, it adds a special dimension to the sound, making listening a truly magical experience. Meet Page Burkum and Jack Torrey, a literal band of brothers who together are known as The Cactus Blossoms. Born... Continue Reading →
"You don’t really know where you’re from ’til you leave, you know? Living in New Orleans for the years we have, you don’t realize what all you’ve learned until you leave and do it different places," says Missouri native Riley Downing, frontman for five-piece band The Deslondes, on their adopted hometown. "It’s definitely got its own flavor. ... Continue Reading →
If you follow this blog (and if you don't, what's the deal?), you know that there's a special place in my heart for Nashville-based alt-folk/roots band The Apache Relay. I first saw them live in April 2012, purchased their album, American Nomad, from iTunes on the way home, and I've been a huge fan ever since.... Continue Reading →
We're no strangers to the music festival scene here in Tennessee...there's the Americana Music Festival, the CMA Music Festival, and of course, there's Bonnaroo. Six years ago, the Rhythm N' Blooms Festival was born in Knoxville; held over three days in the jewel of the Volunteer State's historic hill country, Rhythm N' Blooms is set for... Continue Reading →
