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Grammy-Winner Shelby Lynne Enchants
Shelby Lynne may have made her name as a country musician, but her performance at Johnny D’s a few days ago showed that she is a versatile singer-songwriter who is firmly ensconced in the broader category of American roots music.
Shelby Lynne
This was the first stop on Shelby’s tour to promote her new album, I Can’t Imagine, produced by Massachusetts’ own Rounder Records and released two days prior to this show.
Americana? Outlaw Country? Bluegrass? Whatever You Call Them, The Far West Rocks!
I had not heard of The Far West until they were booked into The Extended Play Sessions this week, but I knew after watching a few videos that their music was absolutely right up my alley.
The Far West
Part bluegrass, part country, part alt-country, and part Americana (and maybe part other genres), they deliver an energetic show that is crammed with talent! Read the rest of this entry
Outlaw Country At The Extended Play Sessions
The Extended Play Sessions American Roots Music Television announced that outlaw country act The Far West (currently touring with Dave and Phil Alvin) will be in the studio for a Session on Monday, March 23rd at 7 pm. This Session sounds like it will be another one not to miss!
The Far West (Official Poster)
Let’s continue our march into Spring 2015 with some wonderful music! Read the rest of this entry
The Face of Country Music Today Wowed Boston
I was so excited to finally see Sturgill Simpson at his sold-out show at The Paradise this weekend! Last time he was in Boston – also playing to a sold-out crowd – I was in Nashville!
Sturgill Simpson
Sturgill was nominated for a Grammy this year, but perhaps more importantly his 2014 album, Metamodern Sounds in Country Music, deservedly appeared on many reviewers’ top ten lists of 2014.
The Mavericks Cured Snow Fatigue!
The Mavericks cured whatever ailed the audience at The Wilbur Theatre last week! Most of you know how the Boston area is suffering this winter; seeing live music is helping to keep me – and many others – sane and The Mavericks helped immeasurably!
The Mavericks
Those of you who have been reading my posts regularly know how much I love this band; I have seen them ‘only’ four times and I think this was the best of them! The Mavericks were on fire Thursday night!
Garth Brooks Triumphs In Boston
Seventeen years had passed since Garth Brooks performed in Boston; for about half of them, he was retired from music. At the end of January, he triumphantly returned to give us six sold-out (or nearly sold-out) shows at TD Garden.
Garth Brooks
One look at Garth’s face tells you all you need to know – that he was thrilled with the reception he received!
Three Powerhouse Guitarists Amazed At The Narrows
I was a very lucky person to be able to see the first of the David Bromberg, Larry Campbell, and David Hidalgo shows which was held at The Narrows Center for the Arts recently.
David Bromberg, Larry Campbell, David Hidalgo (l to r)
I apologize that my photos are not as good as usual; there were a lot of mics on stage that proved tough to shoot around.
What a Way to Start 2015 – Girls Guns and Glory!
Several friends told me how much they enjoy Girls Guns and Glory, a Boston-based country-rock band, but I’d not yet seen them perform. Every year around the new year, they perform a Hank Williams tribute show and I was fortunate to see one of the sold-out shows at Lizard Lounge!
Girls Guns and Glory (Ward)
This was my first show of 2015 and what a show it was! Read the rest of this entry
The Extended Play Sessions is Starting 2015 With a Roots Country Show
The Extended Play Sessions American Roots Music Television announced that roots country act Dale Watson and His Lonestars will be in the studio for a Session on Monday, January 19th at 7 pm. This Session sounds like it will be one not to miss!
Dale Watson (Official Poster)
Let’s move past the post-holiday doldrums and enjoy some wonderful music! Read the rest of this entry
Expect The Sacred Shakers To Warm Your Soul
I am excited to be seeing The Sacred Shakers at The Sinclair on Wednesday, December 3, 2014.
Sacred Shakers (Official Photo)
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