The Wood Brothers and Shovels & Rope Bring an Inspired Authenticity to Milwaukee’s Riverside Theater – Photos and Recap

Photos and Recap by Stephen Bloch Milwaukee got a hearty dose of Americana on Saturday evening with a bonafide double bill from The Wood Brothers and Shovels & Rope at the Riverside Theater.  Despite the respective triplet and duo lineups, there is NOTHING stripped down about their sounds. With stringed instruments all at the forefront,… Read More The Wood Brothers and Shovels & Rope Bring an Inspired Authenticity to Milwaukee’s Riverside Theater – Photos and Recap

Gibson Brothers at AMP by Strathmore in Bethesda, MD – Photos and Review

Review by Dan Rozman Photos by Mark Raker        On Friday, April 21st The Gibson Brothers took over the AMP stage. The quartet consisted of brothers Eric Gibson (guitar and banjo) and Leigh Gibson (guitar), Mike Barber (stand-up bass), and local DC area artist Frank Solivan (mandolin). The intimate listening room at AMP by Strathmore in North Bethesda, MD was ideal for… Read More Gibson Brothers at AMP by Strathmore in Bethesda, MD – Photos and Review

Theo Katzman Showcases New Album ‘Be the Wheel’ at 9:30 Club in D.C. – Photo Recap

Photos by Porter Byers Theo Katzman played the legendary 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C. on April 25, with his strong new album Be the Wheel being the centerpiece to the show. Many fans were also followers of his wildly popular funk-pop outfit, Vulfpeck, as well. The show featured a group of great musicians including fellow Vulfpeck member… Read More Theo Katzman Showcases New Album ‘Be the Wheel’ at 9:30 Club in D.C. – Photo Recap

Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, Zakir Hussain & Rakesh Chaurasia Blend Musical Styles to Perfection in Atlanta

Photos and Recap by Max Stewart Banjo extraordinaire Béla Fleck always seems to surround himself with elite musicians, which only elevates the mastery of his playing and ultimately leads him down unique musical paths. That is most certainly true on his latest tour, which features Fleck alongside double bass legend Edgar Meyer, tabla maestro Zakir… Read More Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, Zakir Hussain & Rakesh Chaurasia Blend Musical Styles to Perfection in Atlanta