St. Vincent | These Days

St. Vincent bursts with unique musical ability as both a performer and songwriter and has the timeless beauty of old hollywood.

World Cup of Live Music: Semi-Finals

The group stage is over and only four countries remain. England (Eric Clapton) faces off against Canada (Rush), while Jamaica (Bob Marley) goes head to head with Australia (AC/DC) in the semi-finals. Vuvuzelas are noticeably absent from this competition.

$4 Download Deal: Doc Watson and Merle Watson

Watson's voice is full and powerful, and it perfectly assimilates with the duo's complex, melodic picking. The performance is a virtual clinic on nuance and technical proficiency, as can only be exhibited by true masters of folk and bluegrass picking....

Warren Haynes: A Man for all Music

$4 Download Deal: The MC5!

Detroit's MC5 are often mentioned as precursors to both Heavy Metal and the Punk movement, but this is merely a superficial observation. They had a raw, thrashy sound to be sure, but this was also a band on a mission. Download this 1968 concert today for $4.

Tears and/or Smiles for Fears

$4 Download Deal: “Spider” John Koerner

"Spider" John Koerner's musical output influenced generations of musicians, including Bob Dylan. Playing 12-string guitar, Koerner developed a raw, highly percussive style of guitar playing accentuated by his foot stomping rhythm.

Caught on Camera

In today’s society it seems that cameras are everywhere.  And it seems, in the USA, they exposing a lot of foul play that is has been going on.  In Seattle, it seems that the city’s law enforcement just loves ruffing people up.  In DC, Congressman Bob Etheridge felt the need to forcefully [...]

Utopia, BOC, Flack, and More…Oh My!

New releases from Utopia, Blue Oyster Cult, and Roberta Flack; chances to win tickets to see Eric Clapton and Widespread Panic; a 4th of July playlist. Enjoy!

Rock-tivism

Not all musicians abuse their cred for the sex, drugs and rock n’ roll lifestyle. As much fun as it can be, some more “responsible” musicians try to save the world and donate their money to philanthropic organizations. Starting after the jump, a compilation of rockers and benefit concerts has been made to show you [...]