Black Tar Pineapple is an experimental folk rock experience that lies somewhere between The Who and Nirvana. Rob Loncto’s newest album blends elements of acoustic, folk, and rock to create an in-your-face wall of sound reminiscent of the bad boy rock acts from the ’60s and ’70s: The Who, Led Zeppelin, you know where I’m […]
Missy & Chelsea Sing Their Hearts Out On Their Self-Titled Debut
Although Missy & Chelsea are from Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, one might think they had a lot of help from Nashville on this one…or at least have been influenced by its songwriting. Together these teenage sisters deliver an energetic, uplifting blend of pop, country, and acoustic-rock that will bring a smile to your face. You […]
Dan Reardon Asks, Can You Hear Me Now?
I really dig Dave Matthews Band and I love some James Taylor, so when I started listening to Can You Hear Me Now? by Dan Reardon… My answer is a resounding Yes! I hear you loud and clear, Dan. If you have ever heard of the pop rock band Soundside, Dan Reardon was there. With […]
Jackopierce is Everywhere All The Time
In 1988, Jack O’Neill and Cary Pierce came together in Dallas, Texas to form the alternative acoustic rock folk pop duo Jackopierce (putting a heavy focus on vocal harmonies and catchy melodies). While performing cover songs in a dingy club in Dallas one night, Jackopierce decided to whip up a tasty tune (on the spot) […]
Songwriter Redd Knight Finds The Inspiration He Needs To Go Further
Redd Knight is a computer engineer by day but when he’s not holding a mouse in his hand, he releases his creative energies through songwriting and playing guitar. When Redd’s mother passed, he considered it a wake up call. He started out writing songs and as he became more comfortable decided it couldn’t hurt to […]
Reflections of Reality Permeate The New Acoustic EP by Chords of Truth
Chords of Truth‘s new acoustic EP, Reflections of Reality, is full of substance and depth. Chords of Truth is a solo acoustic project by Folk Singer-Songwriter Jason Garriotte. Mixing sounds from the classics such as Bob Dylan and Cat Stevens with the more modern Andrew Bird and Iron & Wine, Chords of Truth has a classic […]
Murfreesboro’s Troubadour – Uncle Don Clark
Whatever Works is now available. Stop lolly gaggin’ around and go get it. A group of friends gathered at The ‘Boro one sunny spring afternoon in 1991. The buzz amongst them was “Uncle Don, Uncle Don!” I had not been in Murfreesboro long, and had yet to meet Mr. Clark. I recall thinking “Who is […]
Jolie C Bell To Take The Stage At I Am What I Am Festival August 18th
Jolie C Bell will take the Autism Rocks Stage at 2:50 PM on August 18th during the I Am What I Am Music Festival and Autism Benefit in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Bio Jolie C. Bell is a roots-influenced Americana singer/songwriter from Christiana, Tennessee. Her music is raw and organic and it’s sure to remind you of […]
Discover Frank Palangi
Frank Palangi went into the studio with Record Producer, Rogers Masson at Sound Stage Studios in Nashville, TN. Here is an inside look at his journey from New York to Nashville. Take a look at the video diaries and music videos by Frank Palangi. Rogers says, “This is the baddest rhythm section in the […]
The Nerve of Some People by Gary Sunshine (album review)
Dirt floors, gritty characters, endless days and longer nights. All of these images come to mind within moments of pressing play on Gary Sunshine’s release The Nerve of Some People. Gary Sunshine is well versed and well traveled. He has played in bands on major labels, has songs on movie soundtracks and now he is […]
