The best aspect of Bonnaroo, in this music-lover’s opinion, is the opportunity to see bands I probably wouldn’t have checked out otherwise. It does get hard to keep up, but even if you see only a fraction of the artists performing, it’s well worth the trip. It’s a melting pot of music, with everything from [...]
I grew up listening to The Police. I was too young in the ’80s to make the pilgrimmage to one of their shows, but marveled at the videos. I stared in wonder at the television as Sting ran through a darkened room lit only by rows of candles. Years later, when I could appreciate their [...]
It’s difficult to know where to start. There have been some pleasant surprises along the way. As I was gearing up to see Ziggy Marley, I heard this sprite of a voice emanating from another tent. She was using her voice as an instrument, making various odd noises, while pounding away on the keyboard in [...]
So I’ve heard a lot of raves about this band. The crowd, in the thousands, was psyched. The main stage, normally adorned with the huge, blazing green Bonnaroo sign atop it, remained dark. It was an ominous feeling, to be sure. Suddenly the crowd goes wild as Tool walks onto the stage, and we are [...]
A word of advice- never, ever make fun of a tuba player again. Reporting in from Bonnaroo– after checking out The Roots on the main stage, I was blown away. Don’t get me wrong, Kings of Leon were great. I’ll admit to not being a big fan, but seeing them live they proved they can [...]
I, Sleepwalker’s Snake River will be released by Harvest Earth Records on July 10. The label has both a pre-order and full-album stream active.
Veloctiy Weekly has posted a photo album from the Wild and Woolly Video 10th anniversary party.
Jimmy Ryan, former vocalist of Indianapolis’ group Haste The Day, has formed a new band called Trenches. They’ve recently finished writing for their debut LP, and plan to record in September.
The Redemption Song! (Strike First Records) have silently disbanded. Their website promises one last show, possibly in their native Kentucky or Indiana, but no final details have emerged. We’ll keep you posted.
D.W. Box will play a solo show on June 13 at Jenicca’s in Louisville.
D.W. plays one (and only one) “solo” show per year. This year it will be with London based recording artist Sharon Lewis, and Rosie Polenzani …
