Drive-By Truckers

The Drive-By Truckers cannot write a bad song. They are one of the most underrated bands in America today. Their new album, "Brighter Than Creation's Dark" is an early contender for my favorite album of 2008.
Here's a live version of "A Ghost to Most"

Ashton Shepherd

Because the best kind of country music is ass kicking country!
Ashton Shepherd is an up-and-coming singer who has recently released her debut album, "Sounds So Good." She has a great spark and fire in her voice, which reminds me of Miranda Lambert.
Here's a link to her video for her first single, "Takin' Off This Pain.":
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JLIqtNrV0o

Popmatters.com Funk Piece

Here's a great essay from Popmatters.com talking about funk in the 70s and it's cultural importance: http://www.popmatters.com/pm/features/article/54677/funks-death-trip/

Jazz Fest

It's going to be an odd first Friday at Jazz Fest this year....

Best gig(s) of 2008..so far

The best show I have attended this year was Wilco's two night invasion of Tipitina's in March. Wilco proved why they are the best American rock band today by being able to go from folkie pop to psychedelic noise freakouts back-to-back. Both nights had many highlights, but "Impossible Germany from the first night was my personal favorite. It was glorious!

Upcoming Interviews

I will be interviewing two singer-songwriters in the coming months. The first will be with Tristan Prettyman. I will be doing the interview before her April 24th gig at the HOB in New Orleans.


I will then be interviewing up-and-comer Colbie Caillat on May 5th at the HOB. Caillat put out my favorite album of 2007, "Coco."