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- Leftover Salmon is breaking up or taking a break?
Leftover Salmon after 15 yrs says no more.. a hiatus or good-bye for good? read more..
- Leftover Salmon is breaking up or taking a break?
Leftover Salmon after 15 yrs says no more.. a hiatus or good-bye for good? read more..
- Mark Karan interview - 4/21/01
Mark Karan interview
- Railroad Earth
With nearly 400 shows and tens of thousands of road miles now behind them, Railroad Earth has become a staple on the national touring and festival scene, and built a huge following of loyal fans that document and trade every note they play, and often join them on the road for multiple nights. These fans call themselves “Hobos,” and the band considers them to be the fuel that keeps this engine chugging along. Railroad Earth’s next album is planned for release in Spring 2004. Till then the band will continue to bring their music to the stage from East to West. So keep an ear to the ground and listen for Railroad Earth, because they'll be rolling through your town very soon.
- ten2nine
"I hate to break the news to you, but you guy's may have finally put all the pieces together. This new ep is the best work I've heard from you ever! The writing, lyrics and music is superb, the performance is top notch and [Jim Leguilloux's] production gives it a true professional gloss." - Ron Gilmour, Power 104 Kelowna, BC
- Metharia
The debut on the band was on 18th January 2000, when Metharia won the festival "Le Quattro Notti Rock." In June 2003 they are one of the three winners of the "NMC festival,' in Marcerta winning the award for the best live performance.
- Signal Path
Armed with new jungle juice, they are warming up and ready to play. They opened up with a latenight show in Atlanta and continued on to Mountain View Jam Festival in North Carolina. Coast to coast, they'll be working their way to SummerCamp, Wakarusa, and High Sierra Music Festival.
- T-Band
Jim Dooney plays guitar and does most of the lead vocals. He is great at getting everyone involved in the fun by taking requests or choosing the perfect song for any situation. Amy Anderson plays the stand up bass and sings harmony. Amy is the musical backbone of the band. Her playing punch and solid timing keeps us all together in our all acoustic environment. Robert Griffith plays banjo and sings harmony. Rob drives the band with lightning fast fingers and great improvising skills. Rich Egan plays mandolin and does some vocals. Rich keeps your feet tapping and your fingers snapping with his rhythm chops and is great at playing tasteful solos."
- Shanti Groove (September 2003)
Shanti's groove moves along acoustical and electrical lines, combining the voice of jazz and rock with back porch bluegrass and funktified percussion. Bringing their unique sound to venues nationwide, the band provides a musical celebration of the 'groove' kind.
- Kelly's running column
In this column I want to talk to you about Ghent. Ghent is the capital of the province East-Flanders in Belgium, a small country in Europe, and has about 225, 000 inhabitants.
- Kelly's running column
In this column I want to talk to you about Ghent. Ghent is the capital of the province East-Flanders in Belgium, a small country in Europe, and has about 225, 000 inhabitants.
- Curious Yellow (August 2003)
After fronting a couple bands in the mid 90s in California and spending the next several years developing his musical and songwriting talents in Japan and Minneapolis, Adam Lancaster landed in Denver in 2000 and founded the band.
The band took on many formations and seemingly endless lineup changes for about a year until the perfect complimentary additions of Gregg Rosenthal (drums), Josh Eckhoff (guitar), and Matt Novack (bass, vocals) created a sound and style beyond what Adam could have hoped for. This new talented group immediately began writing songs and reworking old songs to create music and a performance that attracts and engages every listening audience. The personal and musical bond between each member deepened quickly and the dedication from everyone to develop the band to its fullest possibilities is evident.
- New Monsoon (June 2003)
Utilizing congas, timbales, tabla, banjo, bongos, Dobro, ghatham, Didgeridoo, electric and acoustic guitars, bass, drum kit and keys, the band offers a plethora of textures, rhythms, ideas and moods. New Monsoon absorbs elements of sound indigenous to world culture and incorporates them into a variety of colorful and original rhythmic compositions.
- One Way Rider (May 2003)
"One Way Rider has taken Nashville by storm! It was an honor to have them perform on the Interstate Radio Network a network of over twenty stations that broadcast from Music City and airs nationwide and in Canada. Locally in Nashville, the IRN broadcast on WSM 650 AM, the home of the Grand Ole Opry. The response was great! We cant wait to have them come back on the air and play for us again. It was so good to be with folks that live and love the bluegrass way, truly a blessed family. David and Valerie are a great example of what a family can accomplish together."
- Smokestack (January 2003)
“The quality of playing blew me away. All four guys were stars, but that keyboard player is a superstar. Very Hornsby in his writing and singing, very Medeski with his jams. I have had the CD for a few months, and being a little familiar with the songs impressed me even more.” CanJam News Toronto,
Canada
- The Miltones (December 2002)
Formed in the summer of 2000, the Miltones have already performed over 350 shows in under 28 months. Their high volume of gigs has enabled the band to mature and explore a range of musical directions that make them a formidable artistic act. Simultaneously their music seems to embrace a level of healing and celebration that make them both accessible and fortunate for the audiences they have attracted.
- Ripple (November 2002)
When Ripple started out in an Old Tappan, NJ basement during early 1978, none of us thought we would be discussing the possibilities of playing together for 25 years. But that’s exactly what happened. From the early day’s of playing friends parties (usually when the Parent’s were away) to all the great nightclubs and other interesting venues we’ve performed at during the years, we’ve met some amazing people and formed life long friendships that will long out live the Band.
- Ray Charles died today at 73.
Ray Charles dead at 73
- Fair To Midland (September 2002)
Brett Stowers and Nathin Seals offer a rhythmic passion that leads the humble gentlemen in their avant-garde sound. The unearthed discord and unconventional cries of frontman Andrew Sudderth infused with guitarist Cliff Campbell's melodic fury tumble into a captivating creation of sonics, cultures, and confusion. Combined with the subtle offering of Matt Langley on keys, FTM glides past the expected boundries and gracefully throws their intense rock harmonies to the flame.
- The Few (July 2002)
"We did it in chunks, whenever he was available," says Burnside. "Living there, and playing in the clubs, it raises your game." The result, an explosive, hooky collection that echoes Burnside's love of the Replacements and fascination with the Cure, is startling from a 22-year-old who took up guitar only three years ago.
- One Cat Left (May 2002)
Pete’s former association with TOM MARSHALL of PHISH led to the band AMFIBIAN. It was here in this situation that Pete found his voice and his motivation..
- Mt. Kilimanjaro!
In one scene we saw a hippo in the river, a croccodile laying on the bank just beside it, and a waterbuck stanking near in the grass!
- Grateful Web Interview with Madison House and SCI Ticketing
SCI interview
- Leftover will be calling it quits at years end.
Leftover Salmon are saying goodbye..
- AN ANNOUNCEMENT FROM TREY 05.25.04
Phish is coming to end..
- Sativa Gumbo (April 2002)
Sativa Gumbo
- Pamela's stories from Africa
This month I'll continue teaching English at the school, organize a second beekeeping seminar, begin making fuel-efficient stoves, and track down another place to buy modern breed roosters.
- Yamagata update
Yamagata
- Yamagata (June 2001)
Yamagata
- JSwine (October 2000)
JSwine
- Mark Karan (August 2000)
Mark Karan
- Moses Guest (September 2000)
Moses Guest
- Uncle Sammy (July 2001)
Uncle Sammy
- Solomon Grundy (April 2001)
Solomon Grundy
- Tonal Vision (May 2001)
Tonal Vision
- International politics in Africa and more Pamela
It has been interesting hearing the differences in American and British perspectives, although we are "united in the war effort". The British angle is definitely more analytical and objective, expressing more views from other nations as well as their own...
- International politics in Africa and more Pamela
It has been interesting hearing the differences in American and British perspectives, although we are "united in the war effort". The British angle is definitely more analytical and objective, expressing more views from other nations as well as their own...
- Pamela at Lake Nyasa in Africa
One day about 600 of the 690 students helped to haul rich soil up from the valley (about 1/2 mile from the school) in bags that they carried on their heads!
- I met Jane Goodall!
I just wanted to share with you something very exciting that happened yesterday - I met Jane Goodall! I even got to sit next to her at a table for about 45 minutes, and exchange opinions on international "development", the exploitation of people and resources, and the Bush administration.
- “Grateful” for electricity
I’m thankful I live on a power grid with a Fire House. I was only without power for 42 hours……lots and lots of my friends still have no electric or phones and it’s been 5 days. But our President is touring the area today so all ‘s well……another HA!!!!
- “Grateful” for electricity
I’m thankful I live on a power grid with a Fire House. I was only without power for 42 hours……lots and lots of my friends still have no electric or phones and it’s been 5 days. But our President is touring the area today so all ‘s well……another HA!!!!
- OffSeason: Bahia Honda Key Summers
We’ve come late afternoon to avoid strongest sun, and remain shoulders below the 4’ sea surface just out there beyond the beach, listening to two retired Greek couples, the only other guests this side of the park in the water. Inability to translate their soft floating dialogue drapes this human song into big white sky clouds piled up on each other and endless lapping jade and sapphire waters.
- OffSeason: Bahia Honda Key Summers
We’ve come late afternoon to avoid strongest sun, and remain shoulders below the 4’ sea surface just out there beyond the beach, listening to two retired Greek couples, the only other guests this side of the park in the water. Inability to translate their soft floating dialogue drapes this human song into big white sky clouds piled up on each other and endless lapping jade and sapphire waters.
- Restaurant Review: The Kitchen, Boulder, CO
The Salad was stand up: Firm quartered beets announced themselves with almost a ginger kick of freshness, and the Mussels were free of the soaked listless excess, modest in their size, yet piled blue collar high above a light wine broth with floating coin slivers of garlic. Yes this is hedonism, but it's fresh.
- Hotel & Inns Review: Boulder Corporate Rentals Hotel Alternative
The accommodation, a private terraced one bedroom, was quiet and larger then I expected. It was clean and fully stocked with everything I needed. I used and loved Remington’s indoor heated pool, and the on site staff accepted several critical documents for me at the Remington Office when I was out of town.
- Tsunami Videos
Here are sites with videos taken of the Tusnami. and NOAA graphic of the wave. Please give what you can.
- Home Brewing Wine: Easy, Fun, Cheap
Out of all the miracles recorded in religious texts, history and fiction, I think Jesus’ first miracle is my favorite. After all, what is better than turning water into wine? This got me into the most rewarding hobby I have every tried – home brewing.
- Home Brewing Wine: Easy, Fun, Cheap
Out of all the miracles recorded in religious texts, history and fiction, I think Jesus’ first miracle is my favorite. After all, what is better than turning water into wine? This got me into the most rewarding hobby I have every tried – home brewing.
- Bush in Belgium
First of all, thousands of people came to Brussels to protest against the current policy of the US: not signing the Kyoto-pact; assail the civil rights at home and abroad; playing a negative role as regards world peace. The demonstrators don't want that Europe follows the example of the US. About 90 organisations and several polictical parties took part in these manifestations. Also the holebi-federation was present. They protested against the fact the US does not allow homosexual weddings. Participants came from all over the world: Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, and the States.
- Bush in Belgium
First of all, thousands of people came to Brussels to protest against the current policy of the US: not signing the Kyoto-pact; assail the civil rights at home and abroad; playing a negative role as regards world peace. The demonstrators don't want that Europe follows the example of the US. About 90 organisations and several polictical parties took part in these manifestations. Also the holebi-federation was present. They protested against the fact the US does not allow homosexual weddings. Participants came from all over the world: Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, and the States.
- Bush in Belgium
First of all, thousands of people came to Brussels to protest against the current policy of the US: not signing the Kyoto-pact; assail the civil rights at home and abroad; playing a negative role as regards world peace. The demonstrators don't want that Europe follows the example of the US. About 90 organisations and several polictical parties took part in these manifestations. Also the holebi-federation was present. They protested against the fact the US does not allow homosexual weddings. Participants came from all over the world: Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, and the States.
- Nederland, CO's Frozen Dead Guy Days® This Weekend!
Thanks for making this weekends annual whacky winter festival a blast!
- Brazilian Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro
Brazilians are indeed very happy and friendly people, who like to party like there’s no tomorrow, and who, for the most part, have a very positive and spontaneous way about them, finding pleasure in simple things, and enjoying life regardless of what their social and financial situation might be…Therefore, If you ever feel like experiencing Brazil and getting to understand a little bit about its people, I recommend you drop by for Carnaval sometime. You can be a participant, or just choose to watch as a spectator..either way I’m sure the contagious energy of those passionate and exciting people will blow you away, and make you want to go back again…
- Brazilian Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro
Brazilians are indeed very happy and friendly people, who like to party like there’s no tomorrow, and who, for the most part, have a very positive and spontaneous way about them, finding pleasure in simple things, and enjoying life regardless of what their social and financial situation might be…Therefore, If you ever feel like experiencing Brazil and getting to understand a little bit about its people, I recommend you drop by for Carnaval sometime. You can be a participant, or just choose to watch as a spectator..either way I’m sure the contagious energy of those passionate and exciting people will blow you away, and make you want to go back again…
- Brazilian Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro
Brazilians are indeed very happy and friendly people, who like to party like there’s no tomorrow, and who, for the most part, have a very positive and spontaneous way about them, finding pleasure in simple things, and enjoying life regardless of what their social and financial situation might be…Therefore, If you ever feel like experiencing Brazil and getting to understand a little bit about its people, I recommend you drop by for Carnaval sometime. You can be a participant, or just choose to watch as a spectator..either way I’m sure the contagious energy of those passionate and exciting people will blow you away, and make you want to go back again…
- Ean Seeb's Trip to Egypt
Adi was electrocuted slightly in Dahab by a fan in our room and Sydney got spit on by a Bedouin woman. Thankfully, that
was the worst of it. Let's begin...shall we? Egypt!
- “12-12 The Concert”
Belgium is no exception as regards taking initiatives to collect money for South-East Asia, which has been hit by a tsunami on December 26 last year.
At the end of February this year, I was present at a concert in Antwerp (Sportpaleis): “12-12 The Concert”. It was called that way since in Belgium people can deposit money at bank account “000-0000012-12” to support South-East Asia.
- “12-12 The Concert”
Belgium is no exception as regards taking initiatives to collect money for South-East Asia, which has been hit by a tsunami on December 26 last year.
At the end of February this year, I was present at a concert in Antwerp (Sportpaleis): “12-12 The Concert”. It was called that way since in Belgium people can deposit money at bank account “000-0000012-12” to support South-East Asia.
- “12-12 The Concert”
Belgium is no exception as regards taking initiatives to collect money for South-East Asia, which has been hit by a tsunami on December 26 last year.
At the end of February this year, I was present at a concert in Antwerp (Sportpaleis): “12-12 The Concert”. It was called that way since in Belgium people can deposit money at bank account “000-0000012-12” to support South-East Asia.
- Grateful Web President is in China
In order to pursue world peace, and to chaperone his step-mother, Grateful Web's President presents an intimate photo portrait of America's sister Superpower.
- Grateful Web President is in China
In order to pursue world peace, and to chaperone his step-mother, Grateful Web's President presents an intimate photo portrait of America's sister Superpower.
- Rob Pray's D.I.Y. Diaries: Home Brewed Beer
If you love beer (and can boil water), you owe it to yourself to make some.
- Rob Pray's D.I.Y. Diaries: Home Brewed Beer
If you love beer (and can boil water), you owe it to yourself to make some.
- Grateful Web Book Club & Review - 'Ironman op zoek naar een nieuwe uitdaging'
Marc Herremans, also known as Mad Max, is born on December 19 in 1973 in Merksem, Belgium-Flanders. He is a well-known triathlon athlete, who unfortunately became disabled after a dramatic fall during one of his training sessions in Lanzarote 2002.
- Grateful Web Book Club & Review - 'Ironman op zoek naar een nieuwe uitdaging'
Marc Herremans, also known as Mad Max, is born on December 19 in 1973 in Merksem, Belgium-Flanders. He is a well-known triathlon athlete, who unfortunately became disabled after a dramatic fall during one of his training sessions in Lanzarote 2002.
- Grateful Web Book Club & Review - 'Ironman op zoek naar een nieuwe uitdaging'
Marc Herremans, also known as Mad Max, is born on December 19 in 1973 in Merksem, Belgium-Flanders. He is a well-known triathlon athlete, who unfortunately became disabled after a dramatic fall during one of his training sessions in Lanzarote 2002.
- Turtle Float on Boulder Creek, Sunday, June 26
Proceeds from the Turtle Float and Community Barbecue benefit Peak to Peak Healthy Communities Project, a non-profit organization with a mission of "bringing people together to positively impact community issues".
- TW Classic 2005
Later on, Novastar with front man Joost Zweegers, one of my favorite bands, was performing. This band is really loved. On national level (Belgium), it has been rewarded with three awards earlier this year: Best singer for Joost Zweegers, Best band for Novastar, and Best CD for “another lonely soul”.
- TW Classic 2005
Later on, Novastar with front man Joost Zweegers, one of my favorite bands, was performing. This band is really loved. On national level (Belgium), it has been rewarded with three awards earlier this year: Best singer for Joost Zweegers, Best band for Novastar, and Best CD for “another lonely soul”.
- TW Classic 2005
Later on, Novastar with front man Joost Zweegers, one of my favorite bands, was performing. This band is really loved. On national level (Belgium), it has been rewarded with three awards earlier this year: Best singer for Joost Zweegers, Best band for Novastar, and Best CD for “another lonely soul”.
- Maho Bay
Maho began as a handful of tent cottages, and over the last twenty-nine years has grown into one of the world’s greatest examples of sustainable building. Unfortunately, the land that Maho occupies is leased and there is a strong incentive economically to develop the land. Now hear this: the lease expires January 31, 2012, and Maho could very well lose out to the principles that it does not hold itself up to and could one day become a mega-resort. If you plan on going to Maho, GO NOW.
- Maho Bay
Maho began as a handful of tent cottages, and over the last twenty-nine years has grown into one of the world’s greatest examples of sustainable building. Unfortunately, the land that Maho occupies is leased and there is a strong incentive economically to develop the land. Now hear this: the lease expires January 31, 2012, and Maho could very well lose out to the principles that it does not hold itself up to and could one day become a mega-resort. If you plan on going to Maho, GO NOW.
- Maho Bay
Maho began as a handful of tent cottages, and over the last twenty-nine years has grown into one of the world’s greatest examples of sustainable building. Unfortunately, the land that Maho occupies is leased and there is a strong incentive economically to develop the land. Now hear this: the lease expires January 31, 2012, and Maho could very well lose out to the principles that it does not hold itself up to and could one day become a mega-resort. If you plan on going to Maho, GO NOW.
- Air and Water Guy: Beach vacationing with the kids
I am calling it ‘the place’ cause I don’t know if it has a name. Locals had told us about this seafood farm years ago, a rough and tumble shanty of long rusted metal roofs over barn red structures headed out into the water. After you park, you must navigate though Snow Geese, Cats and roosters running around fish holding tanks and open filleting tables.
- Rocking the Cradle - The Dead shows at the Great Pryamid
Good things come to those who wait! First, it took 30 years to produce this ultra-cool 2CD/DVD set from the Dead’s legendary September 1978 run at the Sound & Light Theater, outside Cairo, nestled in the dunes just a short mummy-walk from the Great Pyramid and the mysterious Sphinx.
- Hot Buttered Rum for Two Nights in Boulder - Oct 10 & 11
The widespread appeal of Hot Buttered Rum's music stems not only from the band's musical versatility and prolific songwriting, but also from the magnetic chemistry the group creates onstage together. It is this chemistry that is propelling the band to ever greater success. The band has performed at festivals as diverse as the Newport Folk Festival, Bonnaroo, Grey Fox, High Sierra and the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, and has shared the stage with such artists as Phil Lesh, Bela Fleck, Ben Harper, Chris Thile, Mike Marshall and Peter Rowan, the last two of whom worked with the band on its critically-acclaimed studio release, Well-Oiled Machine.
- Hot Buttered Rum for Two Nights in Boulder - Oct 10 & 11
The widespread appeal of Hot Buttered Rum's music stems not only from the band's musical versatility and prolific songwriting, but also from the magnetic chemistry the group creates onstage together. It is this chemistry that is propelling the band to ever greater success. The band has performed at festivals as diverse as the Newport Folk Festival, Bonnaroo, Grey Fox, High Sierra and the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, and has shared the stage with such artists as Phil Lesh, Bela Fleck, Ben Harper, Chris Thile, Mike Marshall and Peter Rowan, the last two of whom worked with the band on its critically-acclaimed studio release, Well-Oiled Machine.
- Bob, Phil, Billy & Mickey to Play Obama Benefit on 10.13
Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Bill Kreutzmann and Mickey Hart announced today that they will join together again on October 13th to headline a benefit concert for the Presidential campaign of Senator Barack Obama, at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, PA. Also appearing will be the Allman Brothers Band, plus opening act to be determined.
- Bob, Phil, Billy & Mickey to Play Obama Benefit on 10.13
Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Bill Kreutzmann and Mickey Hart announced today that they will join together again on October 13th to headline a benefit concert for the Presidential campaign of Senator Barack Obama, at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, PA. Also appearing will be the Allman Brothers Band, plus opening act to be determined.
- Phish: Walnut Creek DVD
Since it has been over four years that Phish has toured, it is easy to forget how exciting and inspiring it can be to watch them play. Though there has been a recent slew of delightful audio performances released, the emergence of the Walnut Creek DVD (recorded at the famed venue in North Carolina during their 1997 summer tour) finally gives fans another chance to have Phish illuminate their eyes as well.
- Phish: Walnut Creek DVD
Since it has been over four years that Phish has toured, it is easy to forget how exciting and inspiring it can be to watch them play. Though there has been a recent slew of delightful audio performances released, the emergence of the Walnut Creek DVD (recorded at the famed venue in North Carolina during their 1997 summer tour) finally gives fans another chance to have Phish illuminate their eyes as well.
- MIKE RELM TO RELEASE HIS DEBUT ARTIST ALBUM ‘SPECTACLE’
As an audio/visualist and mash-up DJ, MIKE RELM has become world famous for his mind-melting real time performances. But with the advent of SPECTACLE, his exciting debut studio album due out September 23 on his Radio Fryer label, the San Francisco-based musical talent has masterfully upped his game. On the heels of his recent mesmerizing DVD Clown Alley and the acclaim of his riveting 2005 CD mixtape Radio Fryer, the bespectacled and suit-clad Relm steps into the role of electronic music maestro while effortlessly reinforcing his long-standing reputation for innovation.
- MIKE RELM TO RELEASE HIS DEBUT ARTIST ALBUM ‘SPECTACLE’
As an audio/visualist and mash-up DJ, MIKE RELM has become world famous for his mind-melting real time performances. But with the advent of SPECTACLE, his exciting debut studio album due out September 23 on his Radio Fryer label, the San Francisco-based musical talent has masterfully upped his game. On the heels of his recent mesmerizing DVD Clown Alley and the acclaim of his riveting 2005 CD mixtape Radio Fryer, the bespectacled and suit-clad Relm steps into the role of electronic music maestro while effortlessly reinforcing his long-standing reputation for innovation.
- Eric Hutchinson sounds like...
Eric Hutchinson shines with a unique brand of pop-soul on his debut album, Sounds Like This. Although the charismatic singer/ songwriter has been favorably compared to his early idols (Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Paul Simon), one of the most remarkable things about Sounds Like This is the sheer breadth of musical styles that Hutchinson effortlessly encompasses.
- Eric Hutchinson sounds like...
Eric Hutchinson shines with a unique brand of pop-soul on his debut album, Sounds Like This. Although the charismatic singer/ songwriter has been favorably compared to his early idols (Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Paul Simon), one of the most remarkable things about Sounds Like This is the sheer breadth of musical styles that Hutchinson effortlessly encompasses.
- Widespread Panic Announces New Years Shows in Denver
Widespread Panic has confirmed 2 shows in Denver, Colorado playing the Pepsi Center on December 30th and 31st. Their New Years shows in Denver will be accompanied by Nederland's own Yonder Mountain String Band. Tickets go on sale October 11th. In addition to New Years, Widespread has announced additional fall tour dates. Their run starts in Austin, Texas at the Backyard on October 10th.
- Widespread Panic Announces New Years Shows in Denver
Widespread Panic has confirmed 2 shows in Denver, Colorado playing the Pepsi Center on December 30th and 31st. Their New Years shows in Denver will be accompanied by Nederland's own Yonder Mountain String Band. Tickets go on sale October 11th. In addition to New Years, Widespread has announced additional fall tour dates. Their run starts in Austin, Texas at the Backyard on October 10th.
- Rain Down On Me
I thought Michael Travis did an amazing job switching between the keyboards, laptop samples, loops, and guitar/bass. What struck me the most was the live recorded audio he would use. Most of the samples sounded as if he were doing what I know to be a sort of tabla language. And as always Jason Hahn is just a machine! Albeit machine that constantly finds smiles and laughs onstage.
- Rain Down On Me
I thought Michael Travis did an amazing job switching between the keyboards, laptop samples, loops, and guitar/bass. What struck me the most was the live recorded audio he would use. Most of the samples sounded as if he were doing what I know to be a sort of tabla language. And as always Jason Hahn is just a machine! Albeit machine that constantly finds smiles and laughs onstage.
- Rex Foundation: Black Tie Dye Ball, Musical Caravan Shows & More
Rex Musical Caravan keeps growing with upcoming events, community fundraisers, festival presence and great success with Rex Jams at recent summer festivals, all demonstrating the musical community's support of the Rex Foundation. Check out all that is happening and join in for the great music, fun connections and celebrations of our 25th anniversary:
- Rex Foundation: Black Tie Dye Ball, Musical Caravan Shows & More
Rex Musical Caravan keeps growing with upcoming events, community fundraisers, festival presence and great success with Rex Jams at recent summer festivals, all demonstrating the musical community's support of the Rex Foundation. Check out all that is happening and join in for the great music, fun connections and celebrations of our 25th anniversary:
- GOV. RITTER STATEMENT ON OIL SHALE P.E.I.S.
Gov. Bill Ritter issued the following statement today in response to the U.S. Department of Interior’s publishing of a final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for commercial oil shale development:
- GOV. RITTER STATEMENT ON OIL SHALE P.E.I.S.
Gov. Bill Ritter issued the following statement today in response to the U.S. Department of Interior’s publishing of a final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for commercial oil shale development:
- MONOLITH Announces Reforestation Project Details
The MONOLITH Festival and title-sponsor Esurance recently released details of the 2nd Annual Monolith Festival Urban Reforestation Project. This year the project will focus on youth with a special tree-planting event in partnership with Denver non-profit organizations The Park People and Cerebral Palsy (CP) of Colorado.
- MONOLITH Announces Reforestation Project Details
The MONOLITH Festival and title-sponsor Esurance recently released details of the 2nd Annual Monolith Festival Urban Reforestation Project. This year the project will focus on youth with a special tree-planting event in partnership with Denver non-profit organizations The Park People and Cerebral Palsy (CP) of Colorado.
- Larry Coryell Organ Trio At The Iridium Jazz Club
This weekend at the Iridium Jazz Club-- SEPT. 5-7 LARRY CORYELL ORGAN TRIO SAM YAHEL, BILLY HART
- Larry Coryell Organ Trio At The Iridium Jazz Club
This weekend at the Iridium Jazz Club-- SEPT. 5-7 LARRY CORYELL ORGAN TRIO SAM YAHEL, BILLY HART
- Charmaine Clamor At Kitano in NYC
Charmaine Clamor is the first Filipina jazz singer to find success on mainstream American radio. Her album, "Searching for the Soul," has been heard on more than 100 stations around America, and peaked at #1 on the CMJ jazz charts in several markets. Critics and disc jockeys have compared Charmaine's sultry alto voice to legendary vocalists like Nancy Wilson, Sarah Vaughan, and Cassandra Wilson, all the while recognizing her individual style and sound.
- Charmaine Clamor At Kitano in NYC
Charmaine Clamor is the first Filipina jazz singer to find success on mainstream American radio. Her album, "Searching for the Soul," has been heard on more than 100 stations around America, and peaked at #1 on the CMJ jazz charts in several markets. Critics and disc jockeys have compared Charmaine's sultry alto voice to legendary vocalists like Nancy Wilson, Sarah Vaughan, and Cassandra Wilson, all the while recognizing her individual style and sound.
- FESTIVAL OF NEW TRUMPET MUSIC (FONT) in NYC
FONT At CORNELIA STREET CAFÉ Sept 18, 19th & 20th, 2008 - 29 Cornelia Street, NYC, New York
- FESTIVAL OF NEW TRUMPET MUSIC (FONT) in NYC
FONT At CORNELIA STREET CAFÉ Sept 18, 19th & 20th, 2008 - 29 Cornelia Street, NYC, New York
- Umphrey’s McGee Ties One On in Boulder
On Labor Day, coming off an opening gig for Gov’t Mule at Red Rocks, Umphrey’s played a solo show at the Fox Theatre in Boulder, CO. It was a special all-acoustic show, and the band was in good form. Relaxed and still glowing from the night before, Umphrey’s McGee made themselves right at home at the Fox Theatre, with their personal mini-bar set up on stage, comprised of vodka, ice, orange juice, beer and several other items. It was time to kick back.
- Umphrey’s McGee Ties One On in Boulder
On Labor Day, coming off an opening gig for Gov’t Mule at Red Rocks, Umphrey’s played a solo show at the Fox Theatre in Boulder, CO. It was a special all-acoustic show, and the band was in good form. Relaxed and still glowing from the night before, Umphrey’s McGee made themselves right at home at the Fox Theatre, with their personal mini-bar set up on stage, comprised of vodka, ice, orange juice, beer and several other items. It was time to kick back.
- The Rumble Strips Tour North America
The album closes with arguably it’s strongest moment. Built around a huge, Talking Heads-esque piano rhythm, ‘Hands’ is an extraordinary piece of song writing. Charlie’s almost spoken word delivery is like an anglicized Springsteen, as he talks of finding himself, “on the hard shoulder of the motorway / to my feet I tried to complain / but I don’t think they were listening”, as the song build to almighty crescendo.
- The Rumble Strips Tour North America
The album closes with arguably it’s strongest moment. Built around a huge, Talking Heads-esque piano rhythm, ‘Hands’ is an extraordinary piece of song writing. Charlie’s almost spoken word delivery is like an anglicized Springsteen, as he talks of finding himself, “on the hard shoulder of the motorway / to my feet I tried to complain / but I don’t think they were listening”, as the song build to almighty crescendo.
- The David Leonhardt Trio CD Releases 'Explorations'
David Leonhardt Trio - EXPLORATIONS: Simply superb piano from David, bassist Matthew Parrish and crisp/clear drums by Alvester Garnett on this gem of a CD. There are several originals; all packed with talent that shines from all 3 players, but in this case, the most notable tracks are David's arrangements of tunes like George Harrison's "While My Guitar Gently Weeps", & Clapton's "Sunshine Of Your Love"! He breathes new life into those tracks & elevates them back into their proper place...
- The David Leonhardt Trio CD Releases 'Explorations'
David Leonhardt Trio - EXPLORATIONS: Simply superb piano from David, bassist Matthew Parrish and crisp/clear drums by Alvester Garnett on this gem of a CD. There are several originals; all packed with talent that shines from all 3 players, but in this case, the most notable tracks are David's arrangements of tunes like George Harrison's "While My Guitar Gently Weeps", & Clapton's "Sunshine Of Your Love"! He breathes new life into those tracks & elevates them back into their proper place...
- Joby's Retro Reviews Volume IV (9.20.1970 Fillmore East)
I’m over my wishy-washy indecision about which show to review up next for y’all. I decided that this one is best because it is one of my “desert island picks” to borrow a term from Born Again Ben's recent post (that is, to those of you not familiar with the term, one of my top five favorite Dead recordings of all time and one which I would take with me to a desert island were I only allowed five CD’s total) and is available to stream at your leisure from archive.org.
- Joby's Retro Reviews Volume IV (9.20.1970 Fillmore East)
I’m over my wishy-washy indecision about which show to review up next for y’all. I decided that this one is best because it is one of my “desert island picks” to borrow a term from Born Again Ben's recent post (that is, to those of you not familiar with the term, one of my top five favorite Dead recordings of all time and one which I would take with me to a desert island were I only allowed five CD’s total) and is available to stream at your leisure from archive.org.
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Column 2: Rock Werchter 2004
Summer is really thé time for festivals. In Belgium, each year the festival-season starts with Rock Werchter. Rock Werchter 2004 was four days of 80.000 visitors and 61 concerts on two podiums (main stage and pyramid marquee). As each year, the tickets were sold out very soon. In the very nick of time, I had managed to get a one-day-ticket and joint the last day of the festival. I was a bit disappointed, as I couldn’t see Lenny Kravitz, who was performing the day before. But the Sunday-program was great as well.
A few days before the festival, we heard the bad news David Bowie wasn’t closing Rock Werchter 2004 at the main stage as he had a squeezed nerve in his shoulder (after the festival we heard that he had been operated at his heart). I hope I’ll ever have a second chance to see him during a live concert…
When we entered the festival area, the great Baptiste from Burkina-Faso of the StuBru commercial (“trop commercial, désolé”) was introducing Zornik, a Belgian group which I didn’t like that much (not my kind of music). But, no problem: in the pyramid marquee Sioen was playing at that time. Two years ago, this Belgian group was still absolutely unknown. Last year, I saw them (by coincidence) during the Gentse Feesten (see my first column), and I loved them from the first moment. If you would ask me to classify this group, I would put them in the “folk music”-group, I think. It was great to see them back.
After seeing Sioen, we went back to the main stage where Starsailor was playing. Which was quite ok. And while meeting some friends, we heard Lamb at the background. The next musician who could take a place on the main stage was PJ Harvey. Her outfit was fantastic: a yellow dress and flashy pink shoes. Terrific! Her performance was (luckily) great as well. Of course, she sang the big song “down by the water”. It was the first time I saw this lady during a live concert, and I must say she is worth going to! This is a performance I won’t forget!
After her, the Pixies could do their thing. A friend of mine told me that their show is nil, as they (mostly) play for one hour, without a break. And yes, this is what we got: one hour of great music! Their stamina must be unbelievable: the tempo they played…incredible! At this time, Rock Werchter 2004 was already successful for me!
After this, it was difficult to choose between Placebo and N*E*R*D, but as a friend of mine loved the second group, we joint her to the pyramid marquee. I liked it somewhat but not as much as she did. I decided to go to the main stage again and have a look at Placebo, which was a nice variation. After a while, I went back to the pyramid marquee, and I was back just in time to hear the only song I know of N*E*R*D (something with “sexy lady”) which was great.
We stayed in the pyramid marquee and tried to get a nice place for the next group “Air”, a group from France. I knew this group from radio and CD’s but I never saw them before. And I (and my friends) discovered something strange: the one, who is singing “sexy boy” with a very high voice, is not a girl but a boy! Moreover, there is no girl involved in this group, which was a big surprise… Their songs were relaxing, and with the accompanied light show, the concert was great as well.
Then, the moment was arrived David Bowie would give his great show. But as I mentioned before, he couldn’t come and a Belgian duo “2 Many DJ’s” replaced him. They, which I hoped, started with a Bowie-song (Rebel Rebel), which was great. Then, they started mixing all kinds of music (old and new songs) and provoked a big open-air-party. Although I liked it very much, I really wanted to see “El Tattoo Del Tigre” who was closing the festival in the pyramid marquee. I saw this group before, and liked them very much. I wanted to see them again, and after a while, I succeeded in convincing my friends to come with me and have a look. They loved it as well. “El Tattoo Del Tigre” is a Belgian mambo-band (30 people on stage!), playing splendid South-American music, which is brought like a theatrical performance. For me, this was the best ending of this festival!
On the way back to the car, we were treated on lots of rain, but also on a nice firework. Rock Werchter 2004 had succeeded for me!
Kelly, Editor
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