‘The Sound Of Muscle Shoals’ out March 7, 2025 on Compass Records!
In a thrilling tribute to the late Dr. John, fans worldwide can now experience his solo performance from the Montreux Jazz Festival in 1986
“Gentle On My Mind” from Richie Arndt’s new album ‘Tennessee & Alabama – Songs Along The Road #2’ beautifully reimagines the timeless John Hartford classic, famously popularized by Glen Campbell.
The band’s latest single, “50 Years (Since I Had The Blues),” blends personal experience with atmospheric blues, drawing from the magic found in everyday moments.
New York folkie Lucy Kaplansky reflects on her unexpected journey from clinical psychologist to celebrated singer-songwriter. In this candid interview, she shares insights on her creative process, the value of co-writing with her husband, and her unique approach to independently producing and marketing her music. With a new album on the horizon, Lucy discusses the evolution of her career, her enduring passion for songwriting, and the balance between artistry and business in today’s music world.
Still on the road, Blues Traveler rocks the Riviera with 30th anniversary tour celebrating the magic of ‘Four.’ While musical history was on the bill that night, the show also featured an appearance by the fast-rising multi-instrumentalist Vanessa Collier as the opening act.
Rain in song often symbolizes more than just weather; it sets moods, evokes emotions, and reflects life’s ups and downs. From Gordon Lightfoot’s melancholy “Early Morning Rain” to Eddie Rabbit’s hopeful “I Love a Rainy Night,” we explore how artists use rain to express everything from sadness and longing to freedom and renewal.
The latest release from 11 Guys Quartet is a rockin’ homage to the great flying saucer movies from the 1950s!
Smack dab in the middle of the milling crowds at the Notodden Blues Festival is the stage where the Little Steven’s Band Camp students play. “It’s very important for us to do that,” Festival Director Jostein Forsberg explained. “You’re going to see the kids one way or the other.”
His most important contribution to the music community is as an educator. He founded Chicago’s Old Town School of Folk Music in 1957 along with Win Stracke and Dawn Greening. Hamilton taught guitar and banjo and served as unofficial dean. Artists including Pete Seeger, Odetta, Doc Watson, and Bill Monroe performed at the school in its early years.