New Tunes: Teddy Thompson
This, my friends, is a fall in love at first listen type of tune. Teddy Thompson is the son of Richard and Linda Thompson – both well respected musicians in their own right. So Teddy comes from good stock. “In…
What the Kids are Listening to: Katy Perry
Getting a high profile shout out from Mama Madge when you’ve not even released your first record sets some damned high expectations. From what I can tell of young Katy Perry it seems like she has the ability to deliver…
First Listen: The Orchid Highway
Upon opening the case of The Orchid Highway’s self-titled debut you get a sense of exactly what you are in for. The image of floor to ceiling stacks of vintage amps, guitars and keys sets the expectation that is fully…
Giveaway: Mickey’s Drums, Jerry’s Greatest [All About de Riddim]
Hey! Let’s talk about drumming and rhythm and percussion, and give away a couple of CD’s: Mickey Hart’s 1991 collaboration with Airto Moreira and a number of amazing percussionists from around the world – Planet Drum; and Mickey’s latest project,…
One for Barack Obama
Tonight, an African American man is the Democratic nominee for the President of the United States. This is truly an historic day – one of the brightest in our nation’s 231 year history. And how does Hillary Clinton handle the…
Digging the Virtual Crates: Shaggy
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lgAHgV14io 425 355] Shaggy – Boombastic (Sting remix) (Video) A classic summertime track… I’m working on a summer jam Ickmix and this one is definitely included. Stay tuned! Shaggy – Boombastic (MP3) Buy Boombastic: Amazon | iTunes
Austin City Limits Schedule Released…
..and here come the conflicts! Last year, the big one was Wilco vs. My Morning Jacket ( I ended up splitting it half and half). And this year is not without its frustrating scheduling choices… The big one: on Saturday…
Bo Diddley (December 30, 1928 – June 2, 2008)
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jujGZMS2vGY 425 355] Bo Diddley – Hey, Bo Diddley (Video) Sad news this morning as another pioneer of rock n’ roll, Bo Diddley has passed away at 79. Our condolences to friends, family and fans alike. From Pete: In October…
