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“I was like, hey Kaylee, wanna be in my band?” Haley Grant remembers of asking her partner, Kaylee Jasperson, to embark on a musical adventure called The Harmaleighs—on the condition that Jasperson sing harmonies. “I was like, I am a bass player, that is what I do. I do not sing,” she laughs. “Singing onstage... Continue Reading →
On June 16, Trevor Sensor will release his debut album, Andy Warhol's Dream, via Jagjaguwar. The album was recorded at Steve Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago and was produced by Richard Swift (The Shins, Damien Jurado), Foxygen's Jonathan Rado, and Brandon Darner (Imagine Dragons, The Envy Corps). Today, Sensor shared "High Beams," the first single from the forthcoming album. "The song derives from the desire to... Continue Reading →
The rich tradition of folk music has its ancient roots firmly embedded in Ireland; while still delivered though the spine-tingling sounds of instruments with unpronounceable names or by a rowdy bunch with acoustic guitars in village pubs, one critically-acclaimed musical native has uniquely blended that heritage with the sounds of the 21st century. With The Meetings... Continue Reading →
Rising Appalachia is more than just a band--it’s a rallying cry in support of world music, social and economic justice, and cultural preservation. Upon entering the Cannery Ballroom last Thursday, it was apparent that we were about to experience no ordinary show. The normally barren corridors between the entrance and the stage were lined with... Continue Reading →
It's Day 3 of Jadea Kelly Week, and the excitement continues! Be sure to check out her upcoming album release show at The High Watt presented by East of 8th, with Adam Agin and Natalie Schlabs providing opening support. For most music lovers, the live performance is the ultimate connection to the art and its maker--but... Continue Reading →
Today begins East of 8th's official "Jadea Kelly Week," as we celebrate the Canada-bred, Nashville-based indie folk artist's upcoming release of her new album, Love & Lust. East of 8th will present her release show at Nashville venue The High Watt on April 6th, and every day this week, beloved readers, you will have the chance to get... Continue Reading →
For folksy rockers The Harmaleighs, their show at the High Watt was a different type of homecoming. About two years ago, the duo of Haley Grant (lead vocals and guitar) and Kaylee Jasperson (bass and harmonies) traded the comfort of their Nashville apartment for the life of touring road warriors. While a lot has changed... Continue Reading →
“Music is the tool with which we wield political prowess," says Leah Song of rootsy folk band Rising Appalachia, who released a new video for their song "Rivermouth" in partnership with Waterkeeper Alliance – the largest and fastest growing non-profit solely focused on clean water, and Eco Watch, a large Environmental Action media network. "Music... Continue Reading →
"This song means a great deal to me and was one of the first songs I wrote that I was really proud of lyrically, emotively, and musically," says Nashville's Tim McNary of the title track to his latest EP, released earlier this year. The video, filmed and directed by CRFT/SVCS is a stunning interpretation of... Continue Reading →
“I’m from Chicago, I grew up with the blues and gospel, and that’s in my heart of hearts. I identify with that kind of music the most, along with jazz and folk music,” explains Brooklyn-based folk singer John Fatum, who will release his self-titled sophomore album on December 9th via Dala Records. Fatum’s first record,... Continue Reading →
