Drifting out of the silence we discover piano keys so surreal they come close to being atmospheric in tone, but as they stumble and find their rhythm in these opening bars of Kellie-Anne’s new single and music video “Legacy,” they introduce a chill-factor that will only grow stronger as the …
Read More »Interview: Jim Yester of The Association talks career celebration, early days, essence of unity
Back in the mid-to-late 60s, The Association made a name as one of the era’s most successful groups. Their act was based on rotating lead vocal duties between all members, spacious guitar melodies, and lush production, which proved innovative for the time. The band has assumed numerous incarnations over the …
Read More »Album Review: Warrel Dane – Shadow Work
In his over three-decade career, Warrel Dane led the bands Sanctuary and Nevermore to modest, but enduring stature. The Seattle-bred vocalist initially based his tonality on a commonly-utilized operatic British style in the mid-80s, before steadily moving toward a distinct baritone the following decade onward. Dane would further expand that …
Read More »Swedish alt-rockers When The World Sleeps release politically charged video
Swedish alt-rockers When The World Sleeps have released a politically charged lyric video for their new single “Legacy” via PureGrainAudio.com. The track is a dreamlike revolution, merging organic and electronic elements with dark, introspective lyrics that speak of rising up. The video gives a visual view of modern/contemporary occurrences as well as important …
Read More »Shooter Jennings & Ben Haggard – Legacy of Legends – 09/15/2018 – Legacy Park Amphitheater – Lee’s Summit, MO
Matt Westin Delivers Raw Appeal On Debut Album “Legacy”
Tracklist: 1. You Leave Me No Choice. 2. Don’t Feel The Rain. 3. Good Time. 4. Our Redneck Of The Woods. 5. Right Amount of Wrong. 6. Too Many Mondays Not Enough Saturday Nights. 7. The Devil’s Door. 8. The Road That Never Was. 9. Farm Town. 10. Southerly. Matt …
Read More »EXCLUSIVE Interview With IMEA Male Country Artist of the Year, Matt Westin
Matt Westin was born and raised in a blue collar family in a middle class suburb of Pittsburgh, PA. From a young age, he pursued various passions, including academics, sports, acting, and music. After years of searching, Matt found true fulfillment in the creative outlets of acting and singing, dedicating …
Read More »Tom Petty confirmed dead at 66
Tom Petty, a multiplatinum singer-songwriter whose career spanned over four decades, had been unconscious in full cardiac arrest since early Tuesday morning. After initial reports leaked of Petty’s exhibiting zero brain activity while on life support, he was presumed dead by multiple news outlets. However, his death was officially confirmed …
Read More »Charles Bradley: Budding Soul Icon (1948-2017)
This past Saturday, Charles Bradley, often dubbed the Screaming Eagle of Soul, had lost an otherwise optimistic, year-long battle against stomach cancer. The Gainesville-bred, Brooklyn-based singer was 68 years old, having achieved a belated, yet well-deserved ride of success since his 2010 career acclaim. Back in May, a revitalized Bradley …
Read More »Lifehouse & Switchfoot live in Asbury Park, NJ August 10: Interview with Lifehouse’s Bryce Soderberg and Jason Wade
Lifehouse have held a strong footing amidst the variable success of current mainstream rock. The band is best known for their accessible blend of post-grunge and pop, which defines such classics as “Hanging by A Moment,” “Spin,” and “You And Me,” along with modern gems “All In” and “Hurricane.” 17 …
Read More »Interview with Ryan Ewing on the Premier of Music Video for “Lights Out”
As the 2010s nears its remainder, rock music seems to have regained its heavy sensibilities. The indie signing/major distribution practice has become widespread, benefitted not only established acts but younger acts looking to impact the industry long term. Still, that impact has yet to be fully realized, especially in a …
Read More »A Tribute to David Bowie: Rock superhero, music visionary (1947-2016)
Last Sunday, a fruitful musician who embodied the truest extent of the aforementioned terms had left for Heaven. Bowie, who has since been respectfully addressed as Mr. Jones, died peacefully in his New York home. He had been fighting an unremitting battle with liver cancer one year and six months …
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