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Reporting in late with a shuffle that began this morning and stretched into this afternoon.
First, some reminders. Tomorrow do not miss Amelia White with special guests Megan Palmer and Don Gallardo - The 5 Spot at six pm. Thursday: Mark Robinson Showband with Davis Raines and Tiffany Huggins Grant - same place and same time. Some alternative suggestions for Thursday: If you are down Franklin way, be sure to check in to the Legendary Kimbro's Picking Parlor to see a superb line-up with Ben de la Cour and Marvin Etzioni (The Mandolin Man, Lone Justice). If you are not at Mark Robinson's show or down in Franklin at Kimbro's, I hope it because you at the O.G. Basement to see Beau James and J.R. Wyatt. Later on, you can head (or stay) at The 5 Spot for Sara Syms, Bird and Bear, and a new band debuting called Bell Dive. Alternatively, you can head over to Phat Bites in Hip Donelson and check out Furious Primates and others for a show that had to be moved due to the surprising and sad news of the abrupt closing of FooBar. Friday: After Tim Carroll Rock and Roll Happy Hour - head up down Main Street to The Family Wash for a triple bill that features E2TG favorites BARK along with Ned Hill of Ned Van Go, and Alvin Youngblood Hart's Muscle Theory. Whew! Is the weekend yet?
Let's get to that shuffle....
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Monday, September 12, 2016
Music City Monday Shuffle - You Ain't Going Anywhere Mix
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Well.. back to the work week... For me, listening to cool tunes and then writing about those tunes is a great way to begin my day. So, that is what I do. As regular readers know, Monday's we focus our attention on Music City USA (aka Nashville). The morning shuffle comes from a playlist of artists with some connection to Nashville. They either live here, used to live here, spent a significant amount of time here etc. Or else, I somehow thought they had a connection to Nashville when I created the playlist and now I can come up with a convoluted explanation of why they are included here to distract from the fact that I made a mistake. I don't think we have any in the latter category today, but we shall see.
Before we begin... posting may be a bit erratic the next couple of days due to some changes in my routine. In case I do not get the opportunity, Wednesday night at 6:00pm, Amelia White's September Residency continues with special guests Megan Palmer! and a short solo acoustic set by Don Gallardo! Plus Ingrid Graudins will be sitting in with the band. Be there or regret not being there!
To the shuffle!
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Well.. back to the work week... For me, listening to cool tunes and then writing about those tunes is a great way to begin my day. So, that is what I do. As regular readers know, Monday's we focus our attention on Music City USA (aka Nashville). The morning shuffle comes from a playlist of artists with some connection to Nashville. They either live here, used to live here, spent a significant amount of time here etc. Or else, I somehow thought they had a connection to Nashville when I created the playlist and now I can come up with a convoluted explanation of why they are included here to distract from the fact that I made a mistake. I don't think we have any in the latter category today, but we shall see.
Before we begin... posting may be a bit erratic the next couple of days due to some changes in my routine. In case I do not get the opportunity, Wednesday night at 6:00pm, Amelia White's September Residency continues with special guests Megan Palmer! and a short solo acoustic set by Don Gallardo! Plus Ingrid Graudins will be sitting in with the band. Be there or regret not being there!
To the shuffle!
Friday, September 9, 2016
Featured Friday Morning Shuffle - Impossible Mix
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And just like that it is Friday!
Well, week 2 of Mark Robinson's Showband and Rhythm Revue Residency at The 5 Spot sure lived up to my expectations!
The core band of Robinson, Daniel Seymour, and Rich Schell were phenomenal. They powered through original and classic tunes. I really dug guest #1, Mark Huff. Great songs and that Beatles cover was so good! Guest #2 was the legendary Webb Wilder. Wilder played songs from the last couple of albums plus some really interesting and wonderful cover selections. I first saw Webb Wilder play live close to 30 years ago, and it great to see him still making great music and here backed by this incredible showband. Robinson's run continues next Thursday with the one and only Davis Raines and the awesome singer/songwriter Tiffany Huggins Grant.
Let's just right into Feature Friday Shuffle - from the special "New Music" playlist.
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And just like that it is Friday!
Well, week 2 of Mark Robinson's Showband and Rhythm Revue Residency at The 5 Spot sure lived up to my expectations!
The core band of Robinson, Daniel Seymour, and Rich Schell were phenomenal. They powered through original and classic tunes. I really dug guest #1, Mark Huff. Great songs and that Beatles cover was so good! Guest #2 was the legendary Webb Wilder. Wilder played songs from the last couple of albums plus some really interesting and wonderful cover selections. I first saw Webb Wilder play live close to 30 years ago, and it great to see him still making great music and here backed by this incredible showband. Robinson's run continues next Thursday with the one and only Davis Raines and the awesome singer/songwriter Tiffany Huggins Grant.
Let's just right into Feature Friday Shuffle - from the special "New Music" playlist.
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Trending Thursday Morning Shuffle - Skinny Jeans and Bad Hair Mix
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Okay... here we go. The good thing about starting you work week on Wednesday is that you suddenly find yourself at Thursday! First things first.
Really enjoyed night one of Amelia White's September Residency at The 5 Spot. Jesse and Noah opened with some new songs, some old songs, and a nifty Donovan cover. Amelia White and the Blue Souvenirs were awesome as always - Parker Hawkins, Fran Breen, Paul Neihaus, and Dave Coleman. We really are spoiled here in Nashville by all the great players. Amelia debuted some new songs in addition to playing some of my favorites. She threw in an awesome cover of "Silver Wings" - a song by the late Merle Haggard that I was introduced to by The Knitters.
Tonight, Mark Robinson's September Residency at The 5 Spot continues. The band will include Rick Schell and Daniel Seymour, and the special guests will be Mark Huff and Webb Wilder! Seriously, do not miss this show if at all possible!
Since, I missed Trending Tuesday, and since I have an overabundance of "new music", I am going to forgo Throwback Thursday for this week only and present a rare Trending Thursday shuffle... enjoy!
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Okay... here we go. The good thing about starting you work week on Wednesday is that you suddenly find yourself at Thursday! First things first.
Really enjoyed night one of Amelia White's September Residency at The 5 Spot. Jesse and Noah opened with some new songs, some old songs, and a nifty Donovan cover. Amelia White and the Blue Souvenirs were awesome as always - Parker Hawkins, Fran Breen, Paul Neihaus, and Dave Coleman. We really are spoiled here in Nashville by all the great players. Amelia debuted some new songs in addition to playing some of my favorites. She threw in an awesome cover of "Silver Wings" - a song by the late Merle Haggard that I was introduced to by The Knitters.
Tonight, Mark Robinson's September Residency at The 5 Spot continues. The band will include Rick Schell and Daniel Seymour, and the special guests will be Mark Huff and Webb Wilder! Seriously, do not miss this show if at all possible!
Since, I missed Trending Tuesday, and since I have an overabundance of "new music", I am going to forgo Throwback Thursday for this week only and present a rare Trending Thursday shuffle... enjoy!
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Wild Wednesday Morning Shuffle - Fake French Cafe Mix
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Well, I am back after an extra extended weekend. I was supposed to be back yesterday, but I had to see a man about a tooth. OUCH!
First a quick recap - the incredible run of live music last week continued: Friday: Erin Rae, Tim Easton, and Ariel Bui. Saturday: Ted Drozdowski, Gina Sicilia, and Jon Langford.
Back at the live music tonight as Amelia White's Residency kicks off with Jesse and Noah opening, and an awesome band backing Amelia White - that is at The 5 Spot. ICYMI- here is a link to my preview of the September Residencies at The 5 Spot.
Later at The 5 Spot - Broads and Brews Comedy Show benefiting Thistle Farms with tarot card readings, comedy, and music by Joanna Barbera and more.
On to the Wild Wednesday shuffle (shortened by technological glitches)
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Well, I am back after an extra extended weekend. I was supposed to be back yesterday, but I had to see a man about a tooth. OUCH!
First a quick recap - the incredible run of live music last week continued: Friday: Erin Rae, Tim Easton, and Ariel Bui. Saturday: Ted Drozdowski, Gina Sicilia, and Jon Langford.
Back at the live music tonight as Amelia White's Residency kicks off with Jesse and Noah opening, and an awesome band backing Amelia White - that is at The 5 Spot. ICYMI- here is a link to my preview of the September Residencies at The 5 Spot.
Later at The 5 Spot - Broads and Brews Comedy Show benefiting Thistle Farms with tarot card readings, comedy, and music by Joanna Barbera and more.
On to the Wild Wednesday shuffle (shortened by technological glitches)
Friday, September 2, 2016
Featured Friday Morning Shuffle - Viva La Vita Mix
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Let's recap last night in live music (or at least the part I took in): The Mark Robinson Showband Residency got off to a stellar start. Mark Robinson is truly one of my favorite performers to see live. He delivers every single time. Guests Ted Drozdowski, Richie Owens, and Nick Kane were amazing, and when all four took the stage together, I thought the stage was either going to levitate or explode from all of the great guitar. I even added assistant guitar tech to my resume. Okay, all I did was hold a light for Richie Owens, but who doesn't embellish on resumes?
After the show ended, a group of us headed a few blocks over to The Basement East for the Louisiana Flood Benefit. Lot's of awesome Louisiana music performed by an extraordinary line-up of musicians. Kevin Griffin of Better Than Ezra was the first act I saw (I missed the first act of the night). Better Than Ezra (the long-running New Orleans band has a foundation that does tons of amazing things in the Pelican State. All proceeds from last night's show went to that foundation to be earmarked for flood relief. Details about the foundation can be found here. Chuck Mead lead an all-star band (including Fats Kaplin on accordion) including the Cajun music standards "Diggy Liggy Lo" and "Joli Blon" plus the "faux" but essential Cajun song by Hank Williams "Jambalaya". Next, the phenomenal Will Kimbrough who as then joined by Emmylou Harris!!!!! Emmylou sounded soooo good. Next up was Robyn Hitchcock and Emma Swift. I've been seeing Robyn around the neighborhood a bunch recently (which feels really weird to say), but this was the first time I have seen him perform in a while. Fantastic stuff! Next up Chase McGillis with a band billed as The Mini Meters. Doing Meters covers which had everyone moving. Patrick Sweany was up next, and he was as incredible as always. He brought up Kevin Gordon for a couple of songs and then gave up the stage for Gordon and his band to close out the night in fine style. The vibe and the people and the music were all incredible and made for a magical night.
It is Friday!!!!!! Tonight, Tim Easton is celebrating the release of his new album American Fork with an outdoor show at Fond Object (6:00pm). The weather is about perfect. Ariel Bui and Erin Rae and the Meanwhiles open the night.
Time for some featured Friday music:
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Let's recap last night in live music (or at least the part I took in): The Mark Robinson Showband Residency got off to a stellar start. Mark Robinson is truly one of my favorite performers to see live. He delivers every single time. Guests Ted Drozdowski, Richie Owens, and Nick Kane were amazing, and when all four took the stage together, I thought the stage was either going to levitate or explode from all of the great guitar. I even added assistant guitar tech to my resume. Okay, all I did was hold a light for Richie Owens, but who doesn't embellish on resumes?
After the show ended, a group of us headed a few blocks over to The Basement East for the Louisiana Flood Benefit. Lot's of awesome Louisiana music performed by an extraordinary line-up of musicians. Kevin Griffin of Better Than Ezra was the first act I saw (I missed the first act of the night). Better Than Ezra (the long-running New Orleans band has a foundation that does tons of amazing things in the Pelican State. All proceeds from last night's show went to that foundation to be earmarked for flood relief. Details about the foundation can be found here. Chuck Mead lead an all-star band (including Fats Kaplin on accordion) including the Cajun music standards "Diggy Liggy Lo" and "Joli Blon" plus the "faux" but essential Cajun song by Hank Williams "Jambalaya". Next, the phenomenal Will Kimbrough who as then joined by Emmylou Harris!!!!! Emmylou sounded soooo good. Next up was Robyn Hitchcock and Emma Swift. I've been seeing Robyn around the neighborhood a bunch recently (which feels really weird to say), but this was the first time I have seen him perform in a while. Fantastic stuff! Next up Chase McGillis with a band billed as The Mini Meters. Doing Meters covers which had everyone moving. Patrick Sweany was up next, and he was as incredible as always. He brought up Kevin Gordon for a couple of songs and then gave up the stage for Gordon and his band to close out the night in fine style. The vibe and the people and the music were all incredible and made for a magical night.
It is Friday!!!!!! Tonight, Tim Easton is celebrating the release of his new album American Fork with an outdoor show at Fond Object (6:00pm). The weather is about perfect. Ariel Bui and Erin Rae and the Meanwhiles open the night.
Time for some featured Friday music:
Thursday, September 1, 2016
Throwback Thursday Morning Shuffle - Ride Sally Ride Mix
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Okay! I have a lot of ground to cover, and I am really, really tired... so let's get to it!
Last night, I spent almost exactly seven hours at The 5 Spot listening to live music, and what a night it was. David Olney wrapped up his August Residency in fine fashion. Drawing from his immense catalog of songs, Olney - backed by a great band (Daniel Seymour, Justin Amaral, and Ward Stout) - was fiery, passionate, and powerful. Great moments: his song, "Titanic" (told from the point of view of the iceberg flowed into a Dylan Thomas poem. "Deeper Well" flowed into "Kubla Khan" and then "Who Do You Love?" (Bo Diddly) before finding its way back home.
Later, The Burning Peppermints, from Birmingham, Alabama tore up the stage with a high energy, high volume sonic assault. Next, Jon Latham reminded once again why I named him Artist of the Year for 2015. Playing a mixture of old and new songs, Latham goes to some higher plane when he performs, and he takes the audience with him. If you think this is hyperbole, then you have never seen Jon Latham perform. Following Jon Latham is not easy, but Don Gallardo and How Far West came armed with incredible songs and the ability to play them very well. It is always a treat to see Gallardo play. Last night was no exception. The night ended in the early hours of this morning with Stuffy Shmitt and an awesome band that included Sergio Webb on guitar. Shmitt moved to Nashville from New York a while back, and this was my first opportunity to see him live. It was a wonderful set of music - quirky lyrics, solid music, humor, courageousness. I hope to see him play again really soon!
Tonight: Well, tonight. First of all there is a ton of amazing live music going on tonight (and every night) in Nashville. I could probably write a daily blog just on the live music scene, and I still couldn't cover everything. Tonight alone, I can off the top of my head think of five or six shows that I could attend - everything from a huge free downtown outdoor festival to a more intimate house show. Where I will be: Starting at 6:00p.m., Mark Robinson begins his month-long Showband Residency with a stacked deck of incredible guitar players - Richie Owens, Ted Drozdowski, and Nick Kane sharing a stage with Mark Robinson is a sight I cannot wait to see. In about 5 and 1/2 hours (as I am writing this), I will be able to experience it. Nashville is known as guitar town and this quartet of players are the cream of the crop.
After that show, a bunch of us will be headed to The Basement East for an star-studded tribute/benefit for Louisiana flood victims. Proceeds from the show which features folks like Kevin Gordon, Will Kimbrough, Grimey, members of Better Than Ezra, and certain Red Dirt Girl will go to the Better Than Ezra Foundation and go toward supplies for victims of the devastating floods. Great music will also be happening at The 5 Spot and The Basement - both those shows featuring artists I love. Oh for a cloning machine or a time machine...
One last thing before we get to the Throwback Shuffle... and certainly not the least!!!!!!!
I am so happy to announce the upcoming release (September 9) of the long awaited Darrin Bradbury album, Elmwood Park: A Slightly Melodic Audiobook presented by Cafe Rooster Records. Here is the best news, as of this morning. you can pre-order the album and receive new recordings of two classic Darrin Bradbury tunes: "Life is Hard" and "True Love". If you pre-order, the rest of the album will magically appear in your inbox on September 9. The album was recorded at Eastside Manor Studios and produced by Gabe Masterson. It features an impressive list of players adding their musical magic to Bradbury's funny, tragic, sad, and uplifting songs. Musicians include, Laur Joamets (Sturgill Simpson's band), Tim Easton, Brian Wright, Megan Palmer, Jay Rutherford (Los Colognes), and many more. If you want to pre-order (and yes, you do want to pre-order), you can do so via the embedded widget thingy below. And then, after the jump, you can read about today's shuffle...
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Okay! I have a lot of ground to cover, and I am really, really tired... so let's get to it!
Last night, I spent almost exactly seven hours at The 5 Spot listening to live music, and what a night it was. David Olney wrapped up his August Residency in fine fashion. Drawing from his immense catalog of songs, Olney - backed by a great band (Daniel Seymour, Justin Amaral, and Ward Stout) - was fiery, passionate, and powerful. Great moments: his song, "Titanic" (told from the point of view of the iceberg flowed into a Dylan Thomas poem. "Deeper Well" flowed into "Kubla Khan" and then "Who Do You Love?" (Bo Diddly) before finding its way back home.
Later, The Burning Peppermints, from Birmingham, Alabama tore up the stage with a high energy, high volume sonic assault. Next, Jon Latham reminded once again why I named him Artist of the Year for 2015. Playing a mixture of old and new songs, Latham goes to some higher plane when he performs, and he takes the audience with him. If you think this is hyperbole, then you have never seen Jon Latham perform. Following Jon Latham is not easy, but Don Gallardo and How Far West came armed with incredible songs and the ability to play them very well. It is always a treat to see Gallardo play. Last night was no exception. The night ended in the early hours of this morning with Stuffy Shmitt and an awesome band that included Sergio Webb on guitar. Shmitt moved to Nashville from New York a while back, and this was my first opportunity to see him live. It was a wonderful set of music - quirky lyrics, solid music, humor, courageousness. I hope to see him play again really soon!
Tonight: Well, tonight. First of all there is a ton of amazing live music going on tonight (and every night) in Nashville. I could probably write a daily blog just on the live music scene, and I still couldn't cover everything. Tonight alone, I can off the top of my head think of five or six shows that I could attend - everything from a huge free downtown outdoor festival to a more intimate house show. Where I will be: Starting at 6:00p.m., Mark Robinson begins his month-long Showband Residency with a stacked deck of incredible guitar players - Richie Owens, Ted Drozdowski, and Nick Kane sharing a stage with Mark Robinson is a sight I cannot wait to see. In about 5 and 1/2 hours (as I am writing this), I will be able to experience it. Nashville is known as guitar town and this quartet of players are the cream of the crop.
After that show, a bunch of us will be headed to The Basement East for an star-studded tribute/benefit for Louisiana flood victims. Proceeds from the show which features folks like Kevin Gordon, Will Kimbrough, Grimey, members of Better Than Ezra, and certain Red Dirt Girl will go to the Better Than Ezra Foundation and go toward supplies for victims of the devastating floods. Great music will also be happening at The 5 Spot and The Basement - both those shows featuring artists I love. Oh for a cloning machine or a time machine...
One last thing before we get to the Throwback Shuffle... and certainly not the least!!!!!!!
I am so happy to announce the upcoming release (September 9) of the long awaited Darrin Bradbury album, Elmwood Park: A Slightly Melodic Audiobook presented by Cafe Rooster Records. Here is the best news, as of this morning. you can pre-order the album and receive new recordings of two classic Darrin Bradbury tunes: "Life is Hard" and "True Love". If you pre-order, the rest of the album will magically appear in your inbox on September 9. The album was recorded at Eastside Manor Studios and produced by Gabe Masterson. It features an impressive list of players adding their musical magic to Bradbury's funny, tragic, sad, and uplifting songs. Musicians include, Laur Joamets (Sturgill Simpson's band), Tim Easton, Brian Wright, Megan Palmer, Jay Rutherford (Los Colognes), and many more. If you want to pre-order (and yes, you do want to pre-order), you can do so via the embedded widget thingy below. And then, after the jump, you can read about today's shuffle...
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