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Earp’s Ordinary’s Shakedown Cruise Full Speed Ahead

Earp’s Ordinary’s Shakedown Cruise Full Speed Ahead

Posted December 9, 2023 at 1:13 pm | No comments

“I think it was a great first night. It was heartwarming to see so many people from both the DMV and music communities come out to support our new venue. It was an outstanding first night with many more to come!” – Michael DeMarco

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World Class Violinist Dave Kline Talks About His Music, Performing and Songwriting

World Class Violinist Dave Kline Talks About His Music, Performing and Songwriting

Posted December 6, 2023 at 12:43 pm | No comments

Dave Kline, four strings, plucking and a blistering bow; electrified. These are the ingredients that Kline brings to the stage and into the studio. Pull in some more world-class musicians and they stir a cauldron of some of the best music you’ll ever hear.

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The Jaschek Trio Releases “First Fall”

The Jaschek Trio Releases “First Fall”

Posted December 2, 2023 at 1:16 pm | No comments

“First Fall” is New York City based guitarist and composer Shai Jaschek’s debut album. A combination of striking melodies and innovative arrangements of classic jazz standards, this album sets Shai apart as a promising up and coming artist on the New York jazz scene.

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Dave Grohl Releases Live Performance of “Play” – Expanded to 36 Minutes (Available Dec. 8th)

Dave Grohl Releases Live Performance of “Play” – Expanded to 36 Minutes (Available Dec. 8th)

Posted December 1, 2023 at 4:51 pm | No comments

The upcoming release of The Benefit Concert Volume 20 by Warren Haynes includes a spectacular highlight: the first-ever–and only to date–performance of Dave Grohl’s 23-minute instrumental epic, “Play,” which extends to an extraordinary 36 minutes in its live rendition. This live performance is now available, offering fans the opportunity to witness “Play” being brought to life on that unforgettable evening. 

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Young Guitar Slinger Sean Bertram Talks About His Music, Ambitions and His Songwriting

Young Guitar Slinger Sean Bertram Talks About His Music, Ambitions and His Songwriting

Posted November 16, 2023 at 11:38 am | No comments

Having won the “Best Pop Song in North America” award for his song, “Against My Will,” at the 2020 Intercontinental Music Awards, Sean Bertram has worked tenaciously to study music at Canada’s Humber College, as well as learn enough in the studio to gain the confidence to produce his next album.

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The Kirk Pasich Project Featuring Scout Durwood Release: A Scout Durwood Christmas November 10th

The Kirk Pasich Project Featuring Scout Durwood Release: A Scout Durwood Christmas November 10th

Posted November 9, 2023 at 6:47 am | No comments

After the lead track, other standouts show off Durwood’s impressive range and versatility, including an original take on “Marshmallow World” with a trap-infused back beat, a more somber, indie rock cover of The Killers’ “Christmas In L.A.,” and a gorgeous, stirring version of the Irving Berlin ballad, “Count Your Blessings (Instead of Sheep).”

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The Legendary Jesse Colin Young Talks About His Life and His Music (Part TWO)

The Legendary Jesse Colin Young Talks About His Life and His Music (Part TWO)

Posted October 24, 2023 at 1:48 pm | No comments

By: Rick Landers PART ONE HERE! The legendary singer-songwriter, Jesse Colin Young and I had a couple of conversations about his life in music, as well as his life and experiences throughout the years, including first hearing his signature song, “Get Together.” Our conversation shift to many transformational times in his life, including, helping found […]

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World Famous Guitar Maker Paul Reed Smith and His Band, Eightlock, Set to Release Lions Roaring in Quicksand December 1st on Steele Records

World Famous Guitar Maker Paul Reed Smith and His Band, Eightlock, Set to Release Lions Roaring in Quicksand December 1st on Steele Records

Posted October 23, 2023 at 8:17 pm | No comments

Paul Reed Smith is an internationally-known guitar maker, musician and guitar player. Those facts are brilliantly evidenced on the debut album from his Eightlock band, Lions Roaring in Quicksand, which releases December 1st on Steele Records, distributed by Amplified Distribution. The first single, “Breathe,” will be released digitally on Friday, November 10th.

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Review: Gruene 00038 Koa All Solid Wood Acoustic Guitar

Review: Gruene 00038 Koa All Solid Wood Acoustic Guitar

Posted October 21, 2023 at 7:35 am | No comments

The tone woods, the Gruene Triple-O slope shoulder shape, the bracing and maybe particularly the bracing holes all produce a magical sound that is not only loud and robust, but there’s some kind of vibrato effect coming out of this acoustic. Plug in the optional Baggs VTC Element pup and the sound is simply inspirational. Musician friends have heard this and asked if I was using an effects pedal. Nope.

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Legendary Guitarist Jeff “Skunk” Baxter to Tour East Coast on November Dates

Legendary Guitarist Jeff “Skunk” Baxter to Tour East Coast on November Dates

Posted October 18, 2023 at 11:23 am | No comments

Legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame guitarist, Jeff Skunk Baxter, known to millions of music fans from his groundbreaking work with Steely Dan, the Doobie Brothers and Spirit, and from countless smash hit recordings he’s performed on as one of the most respected and sought-after studio musicians of his time, has announced that he’s returning to the East Coast for a run of tour dates set to kick off November 7th for a pair of shows at New York City’s famed Iridium Jazz Club.

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