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Month: February 2022
“The blues is a beautiful form and there are so many flavors. It’s what makes American music sound American.” – Stew Cutler
“‘Sing On’ was the very last song written and recorded for the album and as often happens it is the first single. The song is about what to do in the face of suffering.” – Jason Lee McKinney
Bobby Darin left an indelible mark on the music industry and world of entertainment in his brief 37 years.
“Basically, I wanted the message to be about dealing with life – coping, surviving.” Sharon Lewis
“I knew we could make music that drew in other people our age, while still appealing to those who grew up with this kind of music.” – Bo Howard, Naked Gypsy Queens bassist.
The laundry list of soul/blues luminaries for whom Howard Grimes played reads like a ‘Who’s Who’ of Memphis celebrities.
“I was searching for a fresh way to interpret such a well-known song, so I tuned my Les Paul Jr. to DADGAD. That magic sound helped the entire arrangement fall into place!” – Debra Devi
Eddie showed that despite his rock star status, he is still a mere ‘Earthling’ like the rest of us. The tour, with Glen Hansard opening, will continue throughout February with shows in San Diego, Los Angeles and Seattle.
‘Love One Another’ is released today via Vizztone!
Going down to Louisiana and having his songs get the Mark Bingham Treatment™ felt like an unachievable dream that soon became a reality. David Heatley discusses ‘Life Our Own Way’ — ft. Lilli Lewis, Lost Bayou Ramblers members, Michael Cerveris, etc. — out today!