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Year: 2017
In addition to Gary Clark Jr., the album includes guest performances from Tom Morello, Nathaniel Rateliff, and Chuck’s grandson Charles Berry III.
‘Tug of War’ has grit. It has depth. It showcases the songwriting talents of Gina Sicilia in a whole new light. And, it has a place in your collection.
In 1970 Cocker was given only nine days to put together a band for his upcoming tour. Up against the wall and without a band, he turned to his friend Leon Russell for help.
Hundreds of performers took the stage to perform an average of two songs each in a flawlessly produced epic presentation with virtually no downtime between the short sets.
“RIP Chris Cornell. Incredibly talented, incredibly young, incredibly missed.” — Jimmy Page
Her love of the road has led to years of countless performances at festivals, concert halls, and clubs all over the world.
In honor of his upcoming birthday, we offer 10 things you may not know about the Sheffield Soul Shouter.
“You can’t keep music for yourself any more than you could put your arms around the water in a river. You have to be a part of the moment.”
“Today the world lost a great man. A man I would consider to be like a father. Someone who changed not only my life but the lives of so many. Thank you for everything you did, I wouldn’t be here if it were not for you.” – Colin Connors
The record, which features funk, rock, and blues elements, is held together by Lang’s distinctive playing and singing, and the lyrics, which center on themes of embattlement and self-empowerment.