First of all, an apology: The weather here in Pennsylvania is unusually pleasant (for March, at least.) So I have a hard time not thinking of bright, sunshine-y music this weekend. This brings me to Caitlin Rose, the 25-year-old singer has a sound that makes … Continue reading Sunny Sunday music: Caitlin Rose, ‘Only A Clown’
Category: The Richter Scale
Patty Griffin announces new album, ‘American Kid’
The last news I heard about Patty Griffin, she was performing guest vocals on Robert Plant's fantastic "Band of Joy" album, back in 2010. But just two and a half short years later, she's back. On Thursday came the announcement that Griffin's new album, "American … Continue reading Patty Griffin announces new album, ‘American Kid’
Band profile: The Menzingers
This Sunday, the Philadelphia-based band The Menzingers comes to Reading, Pa., for their first show in Pretzel City. My interview with the band's singer Tom May appears in today's Reading Eagle. Read it here. Do you wonder how they sound? Check out the video below:
Tuesday new release: Races, ‘Year of the Witch’
The band Races haven't done themselves any favors by giving themselves a name that's difficult to find in a Google search. Yes, their Bandcamp page ranks high on the list, but it's still far below references to Tony Stewart. At least they didn't call themselves … Continue reading Tuesday new release: Races, ‘Year of the Witch’