1/5/2009 3:13:35 AM

The promise of hearing Zeppelin II was a deal-maker as well, the kind of rock and roll Rose Hill Drive does best. But when the band opened up with Trans Am, an original track off the band’s latest, Moon is the New Earth, the crowd didn’t know what to think. As it would turn out, the change up was so that the band wouldn’t have to pause in the middle of Zeppelin II to play Auld Lang Syne, release the balloons, and watch the happy couples make out on the dance floor. Good thing too, because onc

 1/5/2009 2:25:10 AM

Chicago’s favorite export is coming to Colorado, and I’m not talking about either crooked politicians or Da Bears. I’m talking about Umphrey’s McGee, who will be doing a four-night stint along the Front Range later this month, beginning at the Aggie in Fort Collins on the 22nd. From there, UM will be stopping at the Boulder Theater on the 23rd, with back to back gigs in Denver at the Fillmore and Cervantes on the 24th, and a show in Breckenridge on the 25th.

 1/3/2009 4:53:25 AM

Rightmire’s harmonica is almost certainly the band’s most exciting feature. It functions like a mouth-operated synthesizer, electrified, and run through a huge board of pedals. At times it sounds like a DJ scratch kit, at others it sounds like something from outer space. Sometimes it sounds like a regular harmonica. Rightmire’s epic lung capacity allows him to jam out on the mouth harp with incredible longevity. Long after most people would have blacked out and fallen over, Rightmire keeps

 1/2/2009 5:45:09 AM

Jesse is a NYC based jazz composer, pianist and band leader. He has performed at venues such as the Blue Note, Smalls, Minton's Playhouse, Fat Cat, Top of the Rock, the Jazz Standard, and Town Hall. Jesse graduated from Interlochen Arts Academy where he received a "Fine Arts Award in Jazz Performance" and went on to study on scholarship at Oberlin Conservatory and New School University for Jazz and Contemporary Music. Jesse performs his original compositions with renowned jazz artists such as Na

 1/1/2009 5:00:47 AM

The lineup for this edition of The Dead will be the same one that rocked the house at Penn State last fall at the Obama benefit: The Core Four of Phil Lesh, Bob Weir, Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann, joined by guitar monster Warren Haynes and RatDog keyboard ace Jeff Chimenti (both veterans of the 2004 Dead "Wave That Flag" tour).

 12/31/2008 4:36:56 AM

Toubab Krewe is thrilled to be in Denver for NYE tonight at Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom. Special guest Rayna Gellert (Uncle Earl) joins the band for the run on fiddle.

 12/30/2008 4:45:00 PM

If you're looking for something to do New Year's Eve this year and you're in the neighborhood of Minneapolis, fall by The Boardroom at Trocaderos on Wednesday night for a four-band groove extravaganza on two stages, hosted by local music partiers The Big Wu.

 12/30/2008 5:23:17 AM

New Years Eve Party at 2b1 Multimedia Inc. 3075 17th Street, San Francisco, featuring: Ky-mani Marley, TOK, Turbulence, Pressure and Winstrong.

 12/30/2008 4:58:08 AM

Star drummer Gene Krupa and his Orchestra were the hottest of the hot stuff in the big band years. Fortunately Mike Berkowitz, an incredible drummer of today rescued the brilliant Krupa arrangements and put together a phenomenal aggregation of some of our New York Jazz world's swingingest musicians and Vocalist extraordinaire, Cassie Miller from L.A. Not just for nostalgia buffs and music historians, any real jazz lover has to be thrilled by the sounds made by this amazing 16-piece group. Scott

 12/29/2008 12:43:18 PM

Tiësto is excited about topping off this fantastic year with this acknowledgement and says, "I am honored that Mixmag chose me as the number one DJ of 2008. I had an amazing year and would like to thank Mixmag and their readers for their support!"

 12/29/2008 4:19:39 AM

An early New Year's treat from LivePhish.com: starting at 2PM EST on Monday 12/29 and Tuesday 12/30, LivePhish.com will broadcast both 12/29/97 and 12/30/97, respectively, in their entirety on Live Phish Radio.

 12/28/2008 7:32:58 PM

Marco Granados and Un Mundo Ensemble perform music from their homeland, Venezuela. Venezuelan music is characterized by fast melodies, complex syncopated rhythms, and jazzy harmonies that blend the traditions of African, European and native cultures with sense of sophistication that is truly unique. A lot of Un Mundo’s arrangements are virtuosic, giving the performers the opportunity to display mastery of their instruments. The different styles performed by the ensemble represent the typical for

 12/28/2008 7:44:35 AM

Hard blowing, finger-snapping, klezmer-inflected jazz and wailing big city blues that suddenly slips into Yiddish; Shapiro tips his beret to Slim Gaillard with a couple of his tunes in praise of kosher cuisine, pours soul sauce and reggae beats over Jewish comedy songs and generally rips into things with just the right mix of irreverence and affection... Respect is due to John Zorn's Tzadik label for bringing this unique recording to the world. There really is no one else doing it quite like Sha

 12/27/2008 12:50:12 PM

Michael Formanek may have one of the most diverse biographies in contemporary improvised music. At first glance his list of musical affiliations is both intriguing and confusing. Spanning nearly twenty three years he has played and/or recorded with Tim Berne, Freddie Hubbard, Stan Getz, Marty Ehrlich, Chet Baker, Tony Williams, Gerry Mulligan, Kevin Mahogany, Fred Hersch, Marimolin, Dave Liebman, Uri Caine, Joe Henderson, Mark Isham, James Emery, Bob Mintzer, Mingus Dynasty, Mingus Big Band, Ter

 12/26/2008 8:05:27 AM

When Marcus was growing up, every night after dinner his mother would call him over to the piano to teach him a new song. She had no great plan to train him professionally, she only wanted him to know this music and have it a part of his life. She would always say, “This is a great one for you to know.”

 12/24/2008 5:22:56 AM

Dark Star Orchestra presents the complete original set list, song by song, and in order, with uncanny faithful interpretation. To date, DSO has covered more than 1,500 different Grateful Dead shows The group has their craft so well-refined that even members of the Dead themselves, rhythm guitarist/singer Bob Weir, drummer Bill Kreutzmann, and late keyboardist Vince Welnick, have appeared on stage and performed with these live music interpreters.

 12/23/2008 6:07:07 AM

The album opens with the trance-inducing polyrhythm’s and gorgeous multi-layered vocals of "Only Pieces.” What follows is an album oozing with sounds maternal and subconscious...like floating in amniotic fluid, ripe, hiccup-y and desperate to emerge. Many of the songs pulse with infectious afro-beat and kraut-rock influenced grooves, calling to mind classic albums like Remain in Light and Graceland. In contrast, the instrumental tracks conjure mystical introspective landscapes reminiscent of P

 12/22/2008 2:10:33 AM

In total, Fujiya & Miyagi don’t really sound like anything. Instead, they sound like everything condensed into perfectly arranged three minute chunks of infectious pop music, a strange hybrid of James Brown on Valium and Wire gone pop. Or maybe Serge Gainsbourg with a PhD in electronics backed by David Byrne’s Eno-produced scratchy guitar mixed by MF Doom. Its Darwinism gone mad.

 12/21/2008 6:00:29 AM

Looking for a high-energy bash to bring in the 2009 New Year? Look no further than Sparks, Nevada where California up-and-comers, Blue Turtle Seduction and Izabella, have joined forces to produce a "retro-formal" New Year's blowout at the Great Basin Brewery. Both bands have garnered reputations for turning each and every performance into an all-out dance party, and this all-night celebration promises to be no exception.

 12/20/2008 1:06:12 PM

Continuing the great time he experienced on DSO's last couple of tours, former Grateful Dead sound man, Dan Healy, will join them once again for the Cosmic New Year's Eve Run. In addition to shows in Richmond, Norfolk and Baltimore, DSO is happy to announce an additional Cosmic Run Tour stop Tuesday, December 30 at the Wellmont Theatre in Montclair, N.J.

 12/20/2008 6:12:09 AM

On December 3, 2008 one of the world’s great voices was stilled. Odetta, who Martin Luther King, Jr. called “The Queen of American Folk Music”, reigned for over thirty years with her rich voice and the honest, regal beauty of her presence. The folks at Ashe Records were about to begin promotion of their online-only release of Odetta’s award-winning album Christmas Spirituals when they received the news. In tribute to Odetta, Ashe Records wishes to dedicate all proceeds from sales on this albu

 12/19/2008 9:53:01 AM

After a little while, the Wood Brothers take the stage. Chris Wood, the “Wood” in Medeski Martin and Wood, picks up his standup bass, and his older brother Oliver grabs a guitar. Mostly, Oliver sings, putting his gritty voice up against his guitar picking. Chris Wood sings too, writes a few of the songs, and puts in the rhythm. Chris brings the jazz; Oliver brings the blues. Like Joe Pug, Oliver Wood is a storyteller, introspective and lyrical. The combination of all these elements is soul

 12/18/2008 11:37:06 AM

DONNA THE BUFFALO returns for another passionately requested encore, joined by multi-cultural ensemble PANJEA with Chris Berry & Michael Kang (String Cheese Incident), as well as the acoustic sounds of EMMITT-NERSHI BAND (with members of Leftover Salmon and String Cheese Incident) and PETE FRANCIS (of Dispatch) featuring BAREFOOT TRUTH (selected to perform at the Obama official pre-debate Rally on October 15th 2008).

 12/17/2008 3:17:04 PM

Portland’s history speaks of innovation, industry and eccentrics. This year’s 2nd Annual Shanghai Nights celebration honors that past by welcoming in the New Year with an imaginative mix of art, music, Steampunk fashion, and dance. With a diverse and exciting lineup, this night promises to be an unforgettable evening.

 12/17/2008 9:48:39 AM

Vince Herman (Leftover Salmon, Great American Taxi) will be joining the David Nelson Band for their extended stay in Hawaii this January. This is the 3rd year The David Nelson Band has made the trip to the islands and the fist year Vince will be joining in on their fun little island adventure. The David Nelson Band includes Pete Sears, John Molo, Barry Sless, and Mookie Siegel. The trip to the islands will start on Friday, January 16th in Pahoa, HI and then its off to Keauhou, HI on the 17th.

 12/17/2008 8:08:10 AM

This Midwestern group consisting of Jordan Wilkow on keys/vocals, Mattias Blanck on drums, Adam Lewis on guitar, and Janis Wallin on bass credit Models & Metrics as their fourth full-length album since the bands inception in 2002, and their second this year (Live in Chicago). It may take a few more tries before this collective gets it right in the studio, but since they are relatively young there is still time for that to happen.

 12/16/2008 10:22:34 AM

In February 2009, Bill Kreutzmann tours with Oteil Burbridge and Scott Murawski for a run of dates. Hitting markets such as Denver and San Francisco for the first time, the power trio is sure to capture the interest of music lovers of many genres of music. Kreutzmann and Murawski were first introduced in Costa Rica at a meeting facilitated by Phish bassist Mike Gordon. Their musical chemistry was immediately compelling. Shortly after, Burbridge joined the band for a gig and it quickly became obv

 12/15/2008 8:00:24 AM

Guitarist Steve Kimock returns to Denver for a string of dates leading up to this year's New Year's Eve revelry. Kimock will join the illustrious Everyone Orchestra on Monday, December 29th at Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom, followed by a two-night celebration on December 30th and 31st at Owsley's Golden Road with legendary B-3 player Melvin Seals & JGB. Kimock's stop in Colorado promises to be a memorable close to a eventful 2008 for the versatile guitarist.

 12/15/2008 3:31:42 AM

Rocky Mountain Grateful Dead Review was formed in 2005 from the top players of the foremost Grateful Dead tribute bands in the Rocky Mountain region, Shakedown Street & Dark Star Orchestra. Based originally on a premise of player interchangeability to suit the situation, compatibility and success have coalesced the band into its present configuration.

 12/15/2008 3:11:27 AM

The Chris Darrow story begins with Kaleidoscope, a late ‘60s L.A.-based band cited by Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page as his “favorite band of all time.”

 12/14/2008 5:27:02 AM

Mark Vann was the banjo player for Leftover Salmon (you may have heard of them), Vince Herman and Drew Emmitt’s other band before Great American Taxi or Emmitt Nershi Band respectively. Mark Vann died after his battle with cancer in 2002, at the all-too-young age of 39, and now the Mark Vann Foundation continues his legacy, following the mantra “helping dreams go big.” The Foundation raises money on behalf of non-profit organizations devoted to “bringing light, love and laughter into the lives

 12/13/2008 5:58:23 AM

On February 3, Marco Benevento will release Me Not Me, a new studio album featuring his interpretations of songs by artists including My Morning Jacket, Leonard Cohen and Deerhoof among others. The ten-track collection arrives within a year from release of Benevento's critically acclaimed debut studio effort, Invisible Baby. Like its predecessor, Benevento is joined by bassist Reed Mathis and drummers Matt Chamberlain and Andrew Barr.

 12/13/2008 5:40:24 AM

The New Orleans-rooted group is a living synthesis of American music, a vibrant cauldron of sounds that stirs together meaty grooves and jazzy dynamics, soulful R & B swagger, easy vocal harmonies, cheeky rock ‘n’ roll attitude and folky social consciousness – not to mention exceedingly sharp musicianship and ensemble playing. It’s tight enough to be loose, but never sloppy.

 12/12/2008 7:28:28 PM

After a five year run in a State park outside Lawrence, KS, Wakarusa will move to a new home in northwest Arkansas. Wakarusa will be relocating to Mulberry Mountain outside of Ozark, Arkansas. Dates for this year’s festival will be June 4 – 7.

 12/12/2008 7:14:54 PM

The line-up of EXPORT NOLA will offer some of the best musical talent from New Orleans and will include Paul Sanchez, John Boutte, Leroy Jones, DJ Soul Sister, The Jon Batiste Band, Christian Scott Quintet, Big Sam's Funky Nation, and Kirk Joseph's Backyard Groove feat. Big Chief Monk Boudreaux.

 12/12/2008 1:06:44 PM

Living in Colorado, the chance of an epic snowfall during the winter can be pretty good. One such weather occurrence happened in late 2006 when three straight weekends of blizzards hit Denver and the surrounding Front Range. The city essentially shut down those days, and holiday travels were next to impossible. In the midst of those storms a highly anticipated two-night run of the Stephen Perkins-led project Banyan was cancelled. As fate might have it, out of the darkness came light as a new

 12/11/2008 1:07:38 PM

This concert is available now for download at LivePhish.com (MP3 and FLAC) and on CD (available also at Phish Dry Goods) as part of the LivePhish series, packaged in an innovative and earth-friendly (fully recycled) folding softcase digi-pak. Video of this concert (with fully sync'd soundboard audio) is also available at LivePhish.com. We've also created specially priced bundles for CD+MP3, CD+VIDEO, and FLAC+VIDEO.

 12/10/2008 2:10:30 PM

The holiday weekend gave most us a chance to enjoy some needed time off from our daily grinds, as well as fill our homes with friends and tons of the usual Thanksgiving feasts. And what better way to work off the turkey and tators than by dancing to the reggae, rock, and hip-hop sounds laid down by Michael Franti and Spearhead, who brought the noise this last Friday to Denver's Fillmore Auditorium as part of the annual Harvest Ball.

 12/10/2008 3:51:55 AM

Formed in Wisconsin, three years ago, Enchanted Ape began with the dream of guitarist, lead vocalist, and songwriter Chris O'Brien and three percussionists. They soon attracted a stage full of guest singers and musicians, including harmonica players, saxophonists, organists, and even an electric cello player, that changed at nearly every gig as the band dipped into material that was equally eclectic and varied. Enchanted Ape did reggae, Southern rock, feel-good hippie jam, blues, and even some g

 12/9/2008 7:10:51 PM

In addition to world class music, Langerado will offer local arts and crafts, delicious food vendors, and a variety of festival activities for the whole family - all on-site at Bicentennial Park's 30 acres of waterfront. With Bicentennial Park located just minutes from Downtown Miami and Miami's South Beach, visitors and locals can enjoy easy access to Miami's many hotels, international restaurants and nightlife.

 12/9/2008 10:05:44 AM

After three years, Steve Kimock announces his new nationally touring band, Steve Kimock Crazy Engine. This is Kimock unleashed. The ensuing revelry featuring Melvin Seals on Hammond B3, will push the boundaries of rock and roll, rhythm, gospel and soul for undeniably feel-good music. Known for his mind-bending versatility and intuitive guitar-speak, Kimock has enjoyed the last few years performing with the likes of Rhythm Devils, Ratdog, Allman Bros, Little Feat and Zero among others. While the

 12/9/2008 7:13:16 AM

Unlike the raw, folk music I heard during Nathan Moore’s thought provoking solo sets on a recent short tour of the Northeast, his latest release, ‘You Yeah Smokin’ Hot’, takes advantage of what the studio has to offer today’s musician. With a full band, backup vocals, overdubs, sound effects and the occasional spoken recording, ‘You Yeah Smokin’ Hot’ is a stark contrast to what you may have seen lately from this poet. But what it does share with Nathan’s live performance and his folk roots is th

 12/9/2008 5:41:55 AM

Nearly every performer out there is touting some sort of Christmas or holiday album. Among those that came across my desk was a little gem called The Jewish Songbook: The Heart and Humor of a People (2008). It's a CD compilation from Shout Factory and the Jewish Music Group put together by record producer, recording engineer, playwright, singer, and screenwriter, Brooks Arthur. This guy engineered a lot of rock classics, including “Chapel of Love," "Leader of the Pack," "My Boyfriend's Back," a

 12/8/2008 12:28:21 PM

If there had been any pretentious doubt or ego defining my relationship with the music of Dark Star Orchestra, it faded away on my drive home that evening. As I listened to a recording of The Grateful Dead laid down in 1976, I found my mind wandering to how these new stewards of this music- this gift- would interpret this same set list. But my mind wandered further to realize that, as wardens of the music of The Grateful Dead, it is their right, more than anyone, save its originators, to determi

 12/8/2008 4:14:47 AM

With twenty-five shows in four weeks, Tiësto will be giving thousands of fans an opportunity to enjoy the full unique In Search of Sunrise experience. A special party will take place on New Year's Eve at the world famous Roseland Ballroom by New York's Times Square, when Tiësto will deliver a full five hour live set that will mark the culmination of his amazing In Search of Sunrise tour.

 12/7/2008 3:39:07 PM

Dean has performed all over the United States as a solo pianist and with several ensembles ranging from jazz to blues to popular show tunes and has just released his 6th solo piano recording. His music has been featured on many radio stations, including WNUA (95.5FM) and WDCB (90.9FM) in Chicago.

 12/7/2008 7:19:17 AM

The Rex Foundation changed the location to make sure everyone can all come together in a more intimate setting. Let's celebrate the power of music and kindred connections to raise spirits and boost much-needed support for grassroots non-profit programs. Peter Rowan is bringing along friends and family, including Ramblin' Jack Elliot, the Rowan Brothers and Crucial Reggae legendary musicians Fully Fullwood and Tony Chin, plus Michael Kang (of String Cheese Incident) with Panjea, and Jackie Greene

 12/6/2008 1:12:35 PM

On a cold November Sunday night in Philadelphia not too many people were out and about. But at the World Café Live, near the Ivy League campus of the University of Pennsylvania, there was beautiful music happening with or without the crowds. Even the upstairs of venue has a special feel when it’s not overly packed. It felt like a jazz night. Most couples were sitting at their tables with their bottles of wine and beer anticipating the talented Marco Benevento’s current project

 12/6/2008 12:42:50 PM

Pianist and composer Elmo Hope was on the scene from the mid 1950s into the 1960s. This year, June 27, 2008, would have been Elmo's 85th birthday. Elmo was very close to two forward-thinking musical giants, in fact, he spent so much time with Thelonious Monk and Bud Powell that they were called "The 3 Musketeers." Monk loved Elmo's composing and referred to him as his favorite contemporary composer.

 12/6/2008 6:41:29 AM

The ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL (UMF)--the world’s leading two-day electronic music experience--has announced the dates for its 11th consecutive year: Friday March 27 and Saturday March 28, 2009. South Florida’s favorite music festival, internationally renowned for its memorable live performances and DJ sets from the world’s top electronic and alternative rock artists, will take place during the 24th annual Winter Music Conference at the beautiful waterfront location of Bicentennial Park in downtown Mi

 12/6/2008 6:12:16 AM

Bound by a common love of eclectic influences, Elizabeth & the Catapult draws inspiration from artists such as Tom Waits, David Byrne, Joni Mitchell, and Jon Brion—as well as classical influences such as Debussy, Ravel and Chopin.

 12/6/2008 5:44:41 AM

The music that inspired The Walkmen to compose You and Me follows in a tradition of song writing that goes back to early rock 'n' roll: the intimacy and energy of Elvis Presley's and Buddy Holly's early recordings, and the massive voice and orchestration of Roy Orbison. And it carries on through people like Bob Marley and Randy Newman and on to bands like The Pogues and The Modern Lovers - the sort of songs that are very much a product of their time and place while firmly rooted in tradition.

 12/5/2008 6:44:08 PM

Hailed by the New York Times as "a tenor saxophonist with an enigmatic, elegant and hard-driving style," J.D. Allen is one of the most thoughtful jazz saxophonists on the scene today.

 12/5/2008 6:29:12 PM

Featuring: Joey DeFrancesco, Reuben Wilson, Paul Bollenback, & Byron Landham.

 12/5/2008 6:07:48 PM

Leftover Salmon will play it's last show of 2008 next weekend in Vail. This will be a festive weekend in Vail with 3 big shows including Big Head Todd on Thursday and The Frey on Saturday. There will also be plenty of other shows and activities going on throughout the weekend.

 12/5/2008 5:52:35 PM

To kick off Volume 2 of our Road Trips series, dead.net is taking you back to the ground-breaking shows in September 1990 at Madison Square Garden. The 2-disc set puts you front and center for 2-plus hours of inspired interplay as the band explores new directions.

 12/5/2008 5:52:16 AM

Ian Anderson says: "We have all been outraged at the awful atrocities of the last week and were forced to take the decision to suspend the Mumbai concert in the light of the Taj Hotel siege which, at the time of cancellation, was still ongoing. In the light of today's new India terror warnings and airport alerts, we are all understandably a little nervous about the show but hiding under the bed is not really an option."

 12/4/2008 2:56:29 PM

Magos and Beat met in New York City a year ago and immediately felt a connection in each other’s music and as artists in this vibrant Metropolis. Soon they performed as guests at each other’s live shows and recordings. Now, Magos and Beat will bring their exciting mix of Jazz, R&B and Latin rhythms to Drom NYC, featuring vocal duets and songs from their current solo projects.

 12/4/2008 2:42:19 PM

Keith Richards said humor was rock and roll’s greatest weapon, Bob Dylan proved it and Snider takes it to heart. For twelve years, Snider has been a satirist, class cutup and the rare artist who understands and celebrates the connections between the Stones, Dylan, Bill Hicks, John Prine, Mitch Hedberg, Kris Kristofferson, Hunter S. Thompson and Randy Newman. Snider’s records are fun even when they aren’t being funny, funny even when they’re sad, and no less truthful for the laughs.

 12/3/2008 1:20:36 PM

To ring in 2009, GIANT MAXIMUS will present three ear-blasting areas: the GIANT Stage featuring DJ sets by MOBY, BENNY BENASSI and DIRTY SOUTH plus a special early performance by PAUL OAKENFOLD; the DEEP Stage with MARK FARINA and MARQUES WYATT; and from the promoters of the HARD festivals, the premiere of the DESTRUCTO Stage hosting MICKEY AVALON, DIRT NASTY, TITTSWORTH, DESTRUCTO, FRANKI CHAN, PAPARAZZI, ANDRE LEGACY and BEARDO.

 12/2/2008 6:20:21 PM

Due to an unforeseen scheduling conflict, Bonerama will be postponing their December Colorado run until the Spring of 2009.

 12/2/2008 2:26:04 PM

Branches on the tree of music will never stop growing. As soon as someone pioneers a new sound, five others have radiated from it, creating what they see as their own unique niche, slightly different form their predecessors. Unfortunately, such constant divergence creates an intricate web of music where nothing is original and no two sounds can be grouped exclusively under one heading. This has lead to bands describing themselves with more stylistic differences than those listed at a record stor

 12/2/2008 12:23:22 PM

Known for his hip-hop and reggae style, Jewish musician Matisyahu's sold out show Sunday night at Boulder's Fox Theatre proved to have attracted far beyond the religious folk of his faith. While a considerable amount of Jewish families with women in their head dresses and men in their customary yarmulke could be spotted from among the crowd, the greater majority of the audience showed to be just as diverse as the musical genres in performance. The music performed by Matisyahu and opening acts Tr

 12/1/2008 4:19:16 AM

On November 25, Wicked Cool Records released the latest installment of Steven Van Zandt's irresistibly eclectic collection of rock music, 'Little Steven's Underground Garage Presents the Coolest Songs in the World Vol. 7,' this time featuring songs by Elvis Costello and The Imposters, Flogging Molly, John Fogerty, Kaiser Chiefs and R.E.M.

 12/1/2008 4:09:52 AM

Here on their fourth release as co-leaders of a dynamic quartet, West Orange guitar ace Dave Stryker and NYC-based saxophonist Steve Slagle continue to mix the jazz tradition with the music's more forward-looking side. The results can be deep and bluesy one moment, more angular and abstract the next. As on Slagle's "Skee," a spunky, riff-built whose theme resolves warmly.

 12/1/2008 3:49:20 AM

Drawing on influences from Middle Eastern, Native American, African and Eastern European musical traditions, Incus is redefining the American Tribal music movement. The combination of keyboards, accordion, violin, and cello with male and female vocals creates a beautifully haunting soundscape, replete with mesmerizing rhythms capable of inducing trance-like states.

 11/30/2008 5:00:28 AM

Guerilla Union, the promoters for the 2008 Rock The Bells International Festival Series, has partnered with Hip Hop Official to present the first-ever Rock the Bells online charity auction. All proceeds will benefit the American Diabetes Association (ADA).

 11/29/2008 7:13:04 AM

The Songwriter’s Beat, New York’s premiere night for performing songwriters, celebrates its eighth anniversary on December 6, 2008 at the renowned Cornelia Street Café in Greenwich Village, New York. Performers include: Ann Klein, Kismet Lyles, Chloe Temtchine and Songwriter’s Beat founder Valerie Ghent. A free songwriting workshop will be offered in the afternoon.

 11/28/2008 6:00:17 PM

"Dr. Lonnie Smith is a phenomenal B3 burner who can light up a room with visceral intensity or lay down some of the nastiest funk ever played on an organ." Bill Milkowski in JazzTimes

 11/28/2008 5:08:13 PM

You see, this is no ordinary music; the chords and tonal colors generated by this band are specifically designed to resonate within your cerebral cortex and stimulate your pleasure centers with endorphins.

 11/28/2008 4:22:04 PM

Herbie Nichols is a perennially neglected jazz pianist and composer. He recorded less than half of his 170 compositions on three classic trio albums for Blue Note and one for Bethlehem before dying of leukemia at the age of 43 in 1963. He is often compared to Thelonious Monk, and his piano playing and compositions certainly do have some of the harmonic angularity people associate with Monk. But he had a very distinctive sound of his own, more melancholy and, for lack of a better word, poetic tha

 11/27/2008 12:38:48 PM

The Noise Pop Film Festival continues its mission of focusing on films that embrace and reflect independent music and culture. Early announcements include “Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison” examining the most important day in the career of an American icon, and “Agile Mobile Hostile: A Year with Andre Williams,” which follows the charismatic hit songwriter (he has recorded with Berry Gordy, Ike Turner, Stevie Wonder and Jon Spencer to name a few) and his struggle with his creative vision and his add

 11/27/2008 12:30:35 PM

BENDING TOWARDS THE LIGHT… A JAZZ NATIVITY, the joyful musical holiday show that warms the hearts of families of all faiths, swings into Birdland (315 West 44th Street, New York City) with seven performances this season, Sunday, Dec 21st through 25th There will be two performances on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

 11/27/2008 12:22:34 PM

Last spring, The Dead Trees self released Fort Music EP was widely supported through the Coalition of Independent Music Stores and landed these friends from Boston to supporting Albert Hammond, Jr. on a national tour. They just about burned down the Metro in Chicago, abandoned a broken down van somewhere in Iowa along the way playing shows that LA’s The House Of Blues in LA and Webster Hall in NYC

 11/27/2008 11:59:50 AM

Here is a list of upcoming shows at the Boulder Theater. All shows are ON SALE NOW unless otherwise noted.