Having thoroughly enjoyed the Indigo Girls‘ performances numerous times over the past 25 years — in various settings and configurations — seeing them play on May 23 with the Nashville Symphony was … Read More
There are a few artists who create such distinct, consistent works that an avid listener sometimes downright craves some time well spent wrapped in their songs. Peter Bradley Adams is one … Read More
As one of the most visible cultural ambassadors for South Africa, world beat artist/activist Johnny Clegg has long split his focus between entertaining and educating the masses. It’s a tricky … Read More
Indigo Girls Emily Saliers and Amy Ray have always worked — and lived — at the intersection of art and activism, supporting myriad great causes and organizations. On May 15, … Read More
Even after more than 20 years with the same roster, elbow shows no signs of letting up. With their latest effort, The Take Off and Landing of Everything, the British quintet … Read More
In addition to being a tip of the hat to Ray Charles, the title of Sturgill Simpson’s new album is more than a little ironic considering that he is known … Read More
On her fantastic debut album, 2013’s 12 Stories, country singer/songwriter Brandy Clark presented exactly that… 12 stories of women just trying to move through the world as best they can. … Read More
After 35 years of performing, Amy Ray should exhibit some small measure of cynicism, some slight indication that this whole thing is getting old. Nope. Not a chance. Quite the … Read More