THE EAST OF 8TH TOP 15 OF ’15: “It’s All Over But The Shouting” – J.D. McPherson

I can't say enough how J.D. McPherson's music moves me; it touches something deep down in my soul, and I fell head-over-heels for his newest album, Let The Good Times Roll, out earlier this year via Rounder Records. This vintage-inspired selection begins with chugging baritone saxophone, and is full of hip-wagging swagger. It's also deceptively upbeat; if... Continue Reading →

December 28, 2015 0

PREVIEW: POKEY LaFARGE at MERCY LOUNGE on 4/22/15

Y'ALL!!! St. Louis-based roots music master Pokey LaFarge is celebrating the release of his newest record, Something In The Water, at Mercy Lounge on Wednesday, April 22nd, joined by Margo and the Pricetags and Rachael Davis. Saying that I'm excited about this show just might be the understatement of the century. I've mentioned before that I believe I was born in... Continue Reading →