Leftover Salmon @ Great American Music Hall
(San Francisco, California) Photographer Brian Spady sent in this gallery from the 2/20 show at the Great American Music Hall. Check out more of his work on Facebook.
Stephane Wrembel @ Merrimans’ Playhouse
(South Bend, Indiana) When a grammy-award winning musician is playing within 45 minutes of you, it’s imperative to get out and see some live music. I purposely kept myself off Spotify and had no idea what to expect from the guitar of Stephane Wrembel, just an idea that it may be spectacular. Merrimans’ playhouse is situated near the railroad tracks close to the southernmost bend of the St. Joseph River in South Bend, Indiana, home of Notre Dame University. It’s an eclectic college town about two hours from Chicago, and like many things in the Midwest, full of surprises. I almost drove by the venue it until I saw a small chalkboard marquee out front….
Greensky Bluegrass + Umphrey’s McGee in Detroit
Michigan favorites Greensky Blugrass opened for Umphrey’s McGee two for the second night in a row. Photos by Erin Slayter.
Interview: Femi Kuti.
Femi Kuti is a creative force unlike anyone else in music today. The eldest son of Fela Kuti pays homage to his father’s legacy while innovating new sounds within Afrobeat. Femi recently called in to discuss his lyrical inspiration, how he approaches collaboration and taking his music from the Shrine to the world. He is currently touring the US. For more info on Femi Kuti, check out http://www.femikuti.tv/ What was your first musical memory? My first musical memory was when I was 5 or 6, watching my father play. You’ve really been able to carry on your father’s legacy, while also pushing into new ideas and territories. How do you balance those styles? I think…
Photo-recap:My Morning Jacket, 12.28.12
Port Chester NY- – Better late than never, some problems on our side prevented these from going live at the time… My Morning Jacket did a 3 night run at The Capitol Theater before closing out 2012 at the Agganis Arena Boston. Joe Madonna was in the photo pit on night 2 to capture the action, take a look at his gallery below. My Morning Jacket at The Capitol Theatre – 12/28/12 Setlist: Wonderful (The Way I Feel) Golden Tonite I Want To Celebrate With You The Dark It Beats 4 U First Light The Bear Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going to Be a Long, Long Time) (Elton John cover) Lowdown I’m Amazed Old…
Interview: Butch Trucks.
Butch Trucks is a legend. He is a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band. He will be teaching and performing at the Roots Rock Revival in upstate New York, along with Luther and Cody Dickinson. Butch’s passion for music and life is inspiring. For more information on the Roots Rock Revival, check out http://musicmasterscamp.com/roots_rock_revival.html How are you? I’m feeling great today. I went to FSU Florida State. A buddy of mine and I went down to the Orange Bowl last night and watched Florida State just absolutely slaughter Northern Illinois. Are you a football fan? Yeah. Who’s your team? I’m more of a pro guy. I grew up that way, but since free agency,…
Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad | Brooklyn Bowl | 12.7.2012
Peter L Spadaro III BROOKLYN, NY – Friday Night at the Brooklyn Bowl is where most bands on the touring circuit wish they could be, and is always a platform for the best live music in New York City. This is especially true when a seasoned, but fresh band like Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad hits the stage with fistfuls of fury. Walking into The Bowl there was a certain buzz in the air, which immediately opened my eyes and got me excited for what was to come. The fellas from Rochester, NY hit the stage giving everything they could. Seeing these guys for the first time- my expectations were none, and boy did that…
Umphrey’s McGee Fall Tour Opener @ The Capitol Theatre
PORT CHESTER, NY- Last Wednesday, road warriors Umphrey’s McGee opened their fall tour at the recently reopened and refurbished Capitol Theater in Port Chester, NY. The Legendary Westchester County NY venue is a short train or car ride from New York City, with unusually easy access for anybody in the northern suburbs- it couldn’t be in a better spot. Location, venue history, and one of newest and highest caliber light rigs in the land made for a highly anticipated event. Umphrey’s McGee and Jeff Waful’s lighting expertise made the small theater seem like MSG, or exactly as owner and visionary Pete Shapiro wanted it to look- “a psychedelic rock palace” (NY Times). A missing element was the typical small venue, pre-show parking…
Ben Folds 5 at The Capitol Theater
(Photos and Review by Joe Madonna) PORT CHESTER, NY -Has it really been 15 years since I last saw Ben Folds Five live on stage? I guess so. One of my favorite Alternative Indie college rock bands from the 90′s! I think I saw them at least four or five times back then. The Capitol Theater was buzzing with excitement for the band. Kate Miller Hedike warmed up the show with her opera-esque pop sound. The lights dimmed a little bit and the band walked on stage. Everybody in the band walked out with smiles on their faces waving to a loud applause from the crowd. It was great to see them back where they…
Interview: Royal Teeth
Royal Teeth is a Lafayette, Louisiana-based rock band. They are playing Austin City Limits 2012 and the Voodoo Music Experience Royal Teeth tour constantly and are known for their joyous, energetic live shows. Guitarist/Vocalist Gary Larsen recently wrote in to discuss how the band came together, their songwriting process and the collaborative nature of Royal Teeth. For more info on Royal Teeth, check out http://www.royalteethmusic.com/ What is your earliest musical memory? I remember deciding pretty early on that I wanted to be a big rock star one day. My parents bought me a bass for my 10th birthday and about a week later I played at my school fair. It wasn’t pretty. Did you come from a…
