If you’re local to New England, then you probably don’t need me to tell you who Bad Rabbits are (unless you’re one of those easily confused people who’s confusing them with White Rabbits…or Frightened Rabbit…or Eddie Rabbitt…). They’re a funk/rock behemoth ’round these parts. Those of you who are not familiar, however–get ready to have your eardrums penetrated by some dope sounds. These guys have been working on their debut album for quite some time, under the guidance of the legendary Teddy […]
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Who the Hell Are…The Charlie River Band?
Of course, I could answer this really easily and say if you want to know about the Charlie River Band, just check them out at Copperfield’s on Friday. But for the benefit of those who can’t just head over to a Boston bar, we’re gonna give ya a little education. Besides, I like explaining shit. Despite whatever similarities they might have in nomenclature to a certain soft-rock band about the Seventies and Eighties, there’s nothing Yacht-rocky about the CRB. If you […]
Who the Hell Are…Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears?
Because I live in an area where you don’t see a lot of live soul and funk, it’s become something of a treat when I do get to see an artist who knows how to bring the groove. I was fortunate enough to check out a thrilling show by Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears at the Middle East on Sunday night. Based in Austin Texas, the band’s got a solid buzz, lots of blog love and they’ve just released […]
Who the Hell is…Skylar Grey?
Out of nowhere, the name Skylar Grey has been attached to some of the biggest pop records on the radio. She co-wrote Eminem & Rihanna’s hit “Love the Way You Lie”. She is a featured vocalist on Diddy-Dirty Money’s “Coming Home” and most recently, she’s provided the hooks for Dr. Dre’s “I Need a Doctor” and Lupe Fiasco’s “Words I Never Said”. She also appeared on the recent Grammy Awards along side Dre and Em. Still, the question remains…who the […]
Hear Here!: Muscle Milk Pays Tribute to DMX with “White Van (Earl’s Song)”
Check out Muscle Milk’s tribute to DMX, “White Van (Earl’s Song)”.
Who the Hell is…Nixon Nyce? (and Where Can You Download His New Mixtape for Free?)
Boston emcee Nixon Nyce is one to watch. Make sure you check out his mixtape, “Sooner Than Later”.
Who The Hell Is…Cadillac Sky?
If you’d asked me this question two weeks ago, I wouldn’t have had an answer for you! However, I was fortunate enough to catch the Mumford and Sons show at the House of Blues here in Boston. There are times when I skip opening acts, but this time I got to the venue early, knowing damn well the place was gonna fill up quick. Definitely a good call on my part. To call Cadillac Sky yet another alt-country or neo-bluegrass […]
Who the Hell Is…Gary Melvin?
You know the “sensitive” singer/songwriter archetype, right? Give me a dude with an acoustic guitar in his hand and I’m instant putty (in a musical sense, anyway. Anything else would have to be taken on a case-by-case basis). Well, California’s Gary Melvin fits that archetype perfectly. His lyrics definitely qualify him as the “sensitive” type (or at least “self-aware”, if the word “sensitive” conjures up images that are too namby-pamby), and the dude can definitely play guitar. He plays well […]
New Halston Video Goodness! (That’s Not a Green Screen, Is It?)
It’s not a green screen! For a second, I was like “WTF, these guys can afford a green screen?” Because it was the perfect purple sky. I figured it had to be a fake. ANYWAY, a while back we hipped you to the sounds of the band Halston via the video for “Boca Raton” . Guess what, kids? Carlos and Dando are back with another video, this time for the song “Guess What? That’s What!”. After viewing the video, I have a […]
Follow Jennie Arnau’s “Bouncing Ball”
A couple weeks ago, I was fortunate enough to catch a singer/songwriter/guitarist by the name of Jennie Arnau at a tiny bar in Cambridge. It was the perfect place to catch this up and coming artist, as her singing style is made for intimate venues. Armed with only her own axe and a slide guitarist, she sang like the words were being literally ripped from her gut. I’d compare her to a Shawn Colvin or a Patty Griffin, but her […]
Who The Hell Is: Tyla Redd?
There’s always been a place in the pop music world for the dancing, singing diva. Madonna set the template. Janet Jackson and Jody Watley were next up to bat, and were followed by a long list that stretches from Pebbles and Karyn White through Britney and Christina all the way to today’s favorites like GaGa and (sigh) Ke$ha. The latest up to bat just might be Long Beach, California’s Tyla Redd. Blessed with a versatile voice and drop-dead gorgeous looks, […]
