The Motet FREE Album Download “Dig Deep”
With its 6th release, Dig Deep, The Motet once again proves that it is a group committed to exploring and pushing the sonic envelope, while still remaining dedicated to the musical traditions that have defined their sound. A heavy-horned afrobeat influence countered with a textural blanket of electronica, this album showcases the talents and strengths of the cast of characters that drummer and producer Dave Watts has assembled. New Old: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] Keyboardist Joey Porter lays down the funk under the coursing melodies of saxophonist Dominic Lalli in pure Motet fashion, with the ever-driving beats of Watts’ masterful rhythmic production pushing the music through sonic peaks and valleys that tantalize…
Vinyl Giveaway: 10ft Ganja Plant’s “Bush Rock”
In celebration of their latest LP we are giving away a FREE copy of 10ft Ganja Plants new album “Bush Rock” on 12″ vinyl. The bands latest album just released today continues their tradition of mind blowing roots reggae. Influenced by the sounds of 70′s reggae legends such as the Gladiators, 10 Ft Ganja Plant delivers 11 original dub and roots reggae tracks. ROIR’s fifth album with 10Ft. Ganja Plant, “Bush Rock”, is their most inspired and accomplished to date, it Includes vocals by Kyle McDonald of Slightly Stoopid & 10 Ft Ganja Plant orignator Kevin Kinsella as well as other former members of John Brown’s Body. Stream: Got To Be A Soldier from the…
Album Preview: 10 Ft. Ganja Plant “Bush Rock”
Available worldwide on CD & LP July 28th 2009 ** Pre-Orders Available Now ** at ROIR Records ROIR’s fifth album with 10Ft. Ganja Plant, “Bush Rock”, is their most inspired and accomplished to date. Includes vocals by Kyle McDonald of Slightly Stoopid & features the core crew of 10 Ft. including members of John Brown’s Body such as JBB originator Kevin Kinsella. “Bush Rock” shows 10Ft. Ganja Plant growing to new heights, while keeping their feet firmly rooted in a warm 70’s roots vibe. Standout tracks “Too Much Gun a Bust” & “Got To Be a Soldier” include powerful heart wrenching vocals reminiscent of the greats like Jacob Miller & Joe Higgs. Bush Rock is…
Rebelution’s New Album Drops 08.2009
Award winning Santa Barbara-based reggae band Rebelution announces their long awaited full-length album “Bright Side of Life” will be released on August 4, 2009. Santa Barbara-based reggae band Rebelution announced today that their long awaited sophomore full-length album “Bright Side of Life” will be released in stores nationwide and digital worldwide on August 4, 2009. The album follows up their award winning debut album “Courage to Grow,” which garnered mass downloads and radio play on monster radio stations such as San Francisco’s Live 105 where their single “Safe and Sound” was played on heavy rotation, with spins on San Diego’s 91X, and Los Angeles’ KROQ. The album was also selected as iTunes Editor’s Choice for…
Ben Harper & Relentless 7 | Preview “White Lies For Dark Times”
Coming off an incredible showing at this year’s SXSW including a headlining performance at Stubb’s, an over-capacity crowd at DirecTV’s “SXSW Live,” and a legendary taping of Austin City Limits, BEN HARPER AND RELENTELSS7 proudly announce the release of their debut record, White Lies For Dark Times on May 5 on Virgin Records. The album will be available as CD, deluxe CD with bonus DVD, digital download and 180-gram 2xLP. Rolling Stone calls the new album “an 11-song set soaked with hard rock and Delta Blues.” The sweaty, gritty and energetic vibe of the clubs proved to be an incredible match for the band’s new hard-hitting sound, and they are pleased to announce their return…
Umphrey’s McGee: Mantis LP 12″ Vinyl Review
Listen to live version of Cemetary Walk [Audio clip: view full post to listen] Vinyl is on the rise. According to Nielson SoundScan there were 1.8 million vinyl albums sold in 2008. That’s a 90% increase over the same number of sales in the previous years. Umphrey’s McGee continues to support this classic medium with their latest release Mantis. For the first time ever the band has released a studio album with all new never performed songs. Two years in the making the wait was worth it to receive an entire album of new material. For those who say “new music sucks” they need get past their nostalgic ways and check out the latest from…
Album Review: Pete Francis – Iron Sea & The Calvary
In his fifth solo effort since leaving Dispatch, Pete Francis drives an eclectic ride thru 10 tracks on his newly released album Iron Sea & The Cavalry. Johnny Ocho’s Lullaby opens the album w/ a nice hook & country feel reminiscent of Drive-by Truckers. It then picks up the electric (both guitar & organ) in Armies of Angels & creates a groove of urban bluegrass that carries through to Shooting Star & The Ambulance. Pete Francis beefs up his vocals which mesh w/ the great building rifts by Boo Reiners on steel guitar & electric organ the band creates.
moe. Releases New Live Album – Warts & All, vol. 5
moe. has released it’s 5th installment of their live shows titled “Wart & All.” These live performances capture the raw energy of the band without any of the refinements and polishing of a studio album. This recording of the three time Jammy winner feautures a 2nd time played “She” as well as band favorites “Spine of a Dog,” “Plane Crash,” and “Captain America.” You can grab this album at Amazon.com. ________________________________________
New Monsoon Announces New Album
New Monsoon announced that they will be releasing their fith album in late August titled “New Monsoon V.” This San Francisco based Jam Band is currently out on the west coast in the middle of their summer tour. To find out when these guys playing near you check out the bands website. New Monsoon has played a lot of big festivals including Bonnaroo, the Austin City Limits Festival, Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Wakarusa, Summerfest, and Mountain Jam Festival. Check out the video below from GrooveTV in 2003 to see how this band jams.
OAR – New DVD and Album | Live at Madison Square Garden
Back in January O.A.R. performed for a sold out crowd at Madison Square Garden. The band had so much fun they’ve released a DVD and Album titled “OAR Live at Madison Square Garden.” You can pick it up at Amazon.com
