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Music Review: Hank Mowery – ‘Account to Me’
Hank Mowery's 'Account to Me' is a loving tribute to blues harp master Gary Primich.
Read More »Music Review: George Thorogood and The Destroyers – ‘Move It On Over’ [2013 Reissue]
Even on this second album, George Thorogood and The Destroyers had already established the sound that would keep them popular for the next 35 years.
Read More »Music Review: George Thorogood and The Destroyers – ‘George Thorogood and The Destroyers’ [2013 Reissue]
George Thorogood and The Destroyers sound as fresh and fun now on this CD as they did 36 years ago.
Read More »Concert Review: Steve Martin • Preservation Hall Jazz Band • Madeleine Peyroux, Hollywood Bowl, 8/7/13
Though the three acts aren't touring together, all are worth seeking out.
Read More »Music Review: Rory Block – ‘Avalon: A Tribute to Mississippi John Hurt’
The best female blues interpreter of traditional blues of our time does justice to Mississippi John Hurt with both her singing and her amazing guitar playing here.
Read More »Music Review: George Thorogood and the Destroyers – ‘George Thorogood and The Destroyers’ [2013 Reissue]
Thorogood's debut didn't revolutionize American blues or rock and roll but it's enjoyable for the beer hall or smoky night club.
Read More »Concert Review: AmericanaramA Festival of Music, Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, Irvine, CA, 8/3/13
AmericanaramA has set a high bar for all single-day concert events to come.
Read More »Music Review: Popa Chubby – ‘Universal Breakdown Blues’
Popa Chubby proves he plays "peoples' blues" with fire and passion.
Read More »Concert Review: Americanarama Festival of Music at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, Irvine, CA, August 3, 2013
Generations of blues, rock, folk and alt-country musicians came together for a memorable evening that celebrated the legends of the past while showcasing the current talent.
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