For Ward Hayden and the boys that make up ‘The Outliers’ strange trips and long tours across country and state lines are nothing new. But a new name fitting the [ … ]
Category: Music Features
Fresh Track: “Ancient Tattoos,” by Gentle Temper
It’s that gritty strumming. It’s that initial wail, followed by an insistent and groovy vocal. It’s the way this song grabs you and won’t let go. I love how “Ancient [ … ]
Singled Out: Valley Maker “Beautiful Birds Flying”
Valley Maker is the project of Seattle songwriter Austin Crane. This latest track off of the forthcoming Rhododendron is a beautiful mix of grungy rock and lilting dreamscapes. There is [ … ]
Shows You Should Know: Carlin Tripp’s Octourber (10/10-13)
Our pal and songwriter Carlin Tripp is taking a short run up this way to catch the changing leaves before they drop. Coming off of a great release earlier [ … ]
Singled Out: Dead Gowns “Lyon”
Who: Dead Gowns From: Portland, ME Song: Lyon Latest Record: New Spine EP What About It: “I lived in Lyon, France for a period of time when I was [ … ]
A Guitarist Is…An Interview With Sarah Fard of Savoir Faire
A few months back Sarah Fard posted on Facebook about talking to guitarists about their craft, their influences and geeking out on their gear. The response was dynamic, varied and [ … ]
Shows You Should Know: Eli West All Over Vermont (3 Shows)
Of all the artists I hadn’t yet had the pleasure to see live yet that I saw at Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots, Eli West was the one who captivated [ … ]
Ear Trumpet Labs Announces New Mic & Price Increases
Ok, I will be honest, that title may be a bit misleading because overall the price increase in the mics effected is so minimal and still doesn’t represent what the [ … ]
Show You Should Know: Lula Wiles at Feast & Field (Barnard, VT 10/4)
The leaves are changing. The hills look aflame with the turning over of the seasons and the time of clinging to being able to be comfortably outdoors, albeit in a [ … ]
Mandolin Orange Announces New Record (Out 2/1), First Single Out Now
There are great bands. There are talented musicians. There are folks destined to make a joyful noise together. And then there is an extremely small pool of artists who [ … ]