This is a beautiful album, full of sumptuous rich melodies laced with exquisite, mellow energy. Reed’s voice is easy to listen to, placid and satisfying. 'If All the World Were Right' is perfect for chilling on a sunny afternoon.
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Music Review: Eric Anders – ‘Eleven Nine’ Dispenses Folksy Prog-Rock Flavors and Political Criticism
'Eleven Nine' is a strong album, especially if you’re a fan of Neil Young. The melodies, although a bit lugubrious, are catchy, and Anders’ voice is easy to listen to. Whether you agree or disagree with the political implications, 'Eleven Nine' is worthwhile simply for the music.
Read More »Music Review: Bonnie Montgomery – ‘Forever’
A native of Arkansas, Bonnie Montgomery shows her worldly attributes as a multi-faceted singer and songwriter.
Read More »Concert Review: The Mynabirds at Café du Nord, San Francisco, CA Jan 25, 2018
The Mynabirds returned to San Francisco in support of her recent politically-charged album 'Be Here Now' at Café du Nord on January 25, 2018.
Read More »Charlie Doherty’s Favorite Songs and Albums of 2017
Veterans such as Neil Young, Ryan Adams, blues great Joe Bonamassa, Bjork, The War On Drugs, St. Vincent, The National, Spoon, and Living Colour made stellar releases. Favorite new artist: Jay Som.
Read More »Music Review: Hegarty – ‘Selling Your Soul to Sanity’
Spurned from British folk, Hegarty is riding the wave to the movement's new summit.
Read More »Music Review: Scott Ramminger – ‘Alive and Ornery’ [2-CD Set]
Ramminger accomplishes to compose earthy arrangements with lyrics that intimate a candid off-the-cuff banter.
Read More »Concert Review: ‘Early Music of the Maghreb’ – Traditional Music of Northern Africa (NYC, 12 Dec 2017)
The phrase "Early Music" usually refers to early European music, while the term "Afro Roots" generally means music from sub-Saharan Africa. Salon/Sanctuary Concerts teamed with Afro Roots Tuesdays to challenge both those assumptions with a concert of tradition-rooted music from northern Africa.
Read More »Concert Review: The Lumineers Serenade Sacramento Fans at Radio 94.7’s Electric Christmas 2017
The Lumineers, Portugal. The Man, and Walk the Moon headlined Radio 94.7's fifth annual Electric Christmas concert event at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento on December 7, 2017.
Read More »Concert-Theater Review (NYC): ‘8980: Book of Travelers’ Composed and Performed by Gabriel Kahane
The singer-songwriter's deep trove of compositional talent and exquisite voice make his art songs ring with the excitement of the new even as they recall the glory days of lieder.
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