Branson Anderson’s “Moonshade” Is Loose and Free-Spirited Americana
LOS ANGELES, CA- A few weeks ago, a musician whose music I respect emailed me a link to a song from an artist that I wasn’t familiar with. When the musician suggested that the artist was a cross between Devendra Banhart and Shakey Graves, my…
Country Music’s Got A New Sheriff In Town … And He’s From Canada
SAN FRANSISCO, CA- It doesn’t get much more outlaw country, than Canada, right? They’ve got moose, tons of hockey, maple syrup, wilderness galore, and now up and comer, Colter Wall. Oh yeah, want another Canadian surprise? Colter Wall is only 24 years old. That’s actually…
The Passion In Rett Madison’s Music Evokes Strong Emotions
LOS ANGELES, CA- I found out about the music of Rett Madison when she performed an opening set for Lauren Ruth Ward at the El Rey. You need to keep an eye on this singer/songwriter. Trust me. Her music deals with heady subject matter framed with…
American Mile Is A Band Of Brothers Ready To Give L.A. Some Killer Country Rock With A Modern Twist
LOS ANGELES, CA- American Mile is a band of brothers …. literally. Eugene Rice (lead guitar and vocals), Jacob Rice (guitar and vocals), Ryan Rice (drums and vocals), and Mario DiLeva on bass is a band that gives country-rock a modern twist, and rounds it out…
Ben Howard Brings His “Noonday Dream” To NYC
NEW YORK, NY- When Ben Howard stepped off the stage after closing his main set (with “Sister“), a lilting melody emerged from the packed floor of Hammerstein Ballroom. The crowd, temporarily shrouded in darkness, was humming in unison the falsetto intro to “Wolves” from the…
Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals Has Sea.Hear.Now Silenced In Awe
HOME PAGE | SATURDAY | SUNDAY ASBURY PARK, NJ- “… Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals immediately captivated the crowd, who eagerly sang along to their opening song, a soulful rendition of Bruce Springsteen’s “Atlantic City”. The Multi Grammy Award winning Harper hails from Pomona, California and plays a…
Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls Bring High Energy To Sea.Hear.Now
HOME PAGE | SATURDAY | SUNDAY ASBURY PARK, NJ- “…It’s been a few years since Frank and the Souls have graced Asbury Park, last playing the Pony a few summers ago, and the reunification was wondrous. Turner rushing to the microphone shouting, “Asbury Park are you ready to do…
Amos Lee Set The Perfect Ambience As The Sun Set At Ohana Fest
HOME PAGE | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY DANA POINT, CA- “… Amos Lee, known for his blue-eyed soul, was the next troubadour to take the main stage, and he delivered a fun and passionate set. With a laid-back vocal delivery and acoustic-driven set, he drew the audience’s attention by introducing…
The White Buffalo Is A Powerful Presence At Ohana Fest
HOME PAGE | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY DANA POINT, CA- “… For years, one of my friends has been preaching the glory of The White Buffalo. I’ve been following Jake Smith (p/k/a “The White Buffalo) since his 2013 album Shadows, Greys & Evil Ways. There’s something earthy about the man and…
The War & Treaty Bring Their “Healing Tide” To The Ohana Fest
HOME PAGE | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY DANA POINT, CA- “… Thankfully, we were able to catch the tail end of The War And Treaty’s performance. This husband-wife duo has had a banner 2018. Earning high praise from NPR Music as a musical act that “convey[s] and ecstatic, empowering sense…
