Midlake's Tim Smith talks to the Independent about the band's new album, The Courage of Others . Blake isn't the only poetic influence feeding into the new album, as "Core of Nature" is built around a pertinent couplet from Goethe, "Into the core of nature/No earthly mind can enter." "I don't know much about Goethe, I just had a book of his poems from the library," Smith admits. "A lot of times, I'll use poetry to start coming up with a melody, because I don't write the [...]
The Drive-by Truckers are a band that rarely goes anywhere, if they aren't on stage 200+ nights a year or in the studio together, then they're probably on stage or in the studio lending a hand to music legends like Booker T., Neil Young, or Bettye Lavette. Considering last year they released a live album and a B-sides collection – not to mention lead singer Patterson Hood's second solo album – it's hard to believe it's been over two years since we've heard any new material from the band. March 16th they [...]
Sondre Lerche @ MHOW in September ( more by Tim Griffin ) Sondre Lerche will be one of the many acts at the now-sold-out Bell House Haiti Benefit tonight (1/27). Sondre goes on tour after that with opener JBM . JBM is NYC songwriter Jesse Marchant, who's now signed to Partisan Records . The label will release his debut Not Even in July on April 13th. For some JBM right now, check out his [...]
Proper album cover for the upcoming Drive-By Truckers album The Big To Do , and also a review someone posted on last.fm The Big To-Do (ATO Records) Release date: March 16, 2010 It seems simplest to understand Patterson Hood as the director and/or producer of low-budget films, which is maybe what he thought he was doing when this all started. Each is released in record album form under the name Drive-By Truckers and features a closely held assortment of friends and combatants. Ten of those, so far, going back to 1998's [...]
"Wait a minute," we hear you cry. "Don't you have to be an American roots music icon at least 60 years of age to be on Anti Records?" Well, we can see how the presence of old-school legends like Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Bettye Lavette, and Merle Haggard on the label over the years might lead you to believe that, but a host of artists including William Elliott Whitmore, Neko Case, and Alec Ounsworth would indicate otherwise, and further proof is about to be produced via the Anti debut of Dr. Dog. While Dr. Dog [...]
"Wait a minute," we hear you cry. "Don't you have to be an American roots music icon at least 60 years of age to be on Anti Records?" Well, we can see how the presence of old-school legends like Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Bettye Lavette, and Merle Haggard on the label over the years might lead you to believe that, but a host of artists including William Elliott Whitmore, Neko Case, and Alec Ounsworth would indicate otherwise, and further proof is about to be produced via the Anti debut of Dr. Dog. While Dr. Dog [...]
Sometimes being gifted at more than one thing can be a double-edged sword. Take the case of Joe Henry , who has earned so much attention in recent years for his production work with American musical treasures like Bettye Lavette, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Solomon Burke, and Allen Toussaint that some folks have been tempted to forget how he's spent the last 20-plus years as a sharp-shooting singer/songwriter. In his troubadour mode, Henry has ventured into everything from country-rock excursions with the backing of The Jayhawks to adventurous, jazz-tinged sonic explorations with Don Byron and Ornette Coleman. Henry's [...]
Sometimes being gifted at more than one thing can be a double-edged sword. Take the case of Joe Henry , who has earned so much attention in recent years for his production work with American musical treasures like Bettye Lavette, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Solomon Burke, and Allen Toussaint that some folks have been tempted to forget how he's spent the last 20-plus years as a sharp-shooting singer/songwriter. In his troubadour mode, Henry has ventured into everything from country-rock excursions with the backing of The Jayhawks to adventurous, jazz-tinged sonic explorations with Don Byron and Ornette Coleman. Henry's [...]
Music impresario Michael Dorf is putting together a tribute concert for The Who on March 2, 2010 at Carnegie Hall. The first announced performing artists to pay tribute to the Who: Warren Haynes & Gov't Mule, The Postelles, Bettye LaVette, Robyn Hitchcock, The Smithereens, Sondre Lerche, Mose Allison, Matt Nathanson, Gaslight Anthem, Frank Black (of the Pixies), Bobby McFerrin, Bob Mould (of Hüsker Dü), and Living Colour MANY MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED (subject to change) 100% [...]
MUSIC NEWS - Michael Dorf Productions today announced that soul diva Bettye LaVette and roots-rocker Jason Isbell were added to the line-up of performers who will pay tribute to the rock legend, The Who at a benefit concert at Carnegie Hall in NYC on March 2, 2010. Other artists already scheduled to honor The Who and their classic rock tunes include Bobby McFerrin, Bob Mould (of Husker Du), Gaslight Anthem, Matt Nathanson, Sondre Lerche, The Postelles, Warren Haynes Govt. Mule, Living Colour, Robyn Hitchcock, The Smithereens and Mose [...]
If you hadn't already heard, the best thing to happen to Who fans since the resurrection of Keith Moon - oops, no, sorry, still waiting on that one - will occur on March 2, when an all-star tribute to the iconic British rockers takes place at Carnegie Hall. The show, which will benefit youth-oriented non-profit music programs, will feature a stellar roster of artists performing the music of The Who, and the latest additions to the list are soul queen Bettye LaVette and former Drive-By Truckers singer/songwriter Jason Isbell. LaVette, who has been one of the most powerful voices in [...]
Featuring: 1 I Go To Sleep Sia Sounds Eclectic - The Covers Project Orig. Kinks 2 Clocks Buena Vista Sound feat. Coldplay Rhythms Del Mundo: Cuba Orig. Coldplay [...]
As a special year-end feature at Rollo & Grady, we have asked over 60 artists to list the music that they've most enjoyed listening to in 2009. Contributors include some of the most talented musicians in the business; they have made some excellent selections and we are thrilled with their participation. *DEAN WAREHAM - LUNA, GALAXIE 500, DEAN & BRITTA Papercuts - You Can Have What You Want Davy Graham - Definitive Anthology The Feelies - Crazy Rhythms [...]
Bob Mould of Hüsker Dü , Frank Black of Pixies and Gaslight Anthem are among 20 artists tapped to perform classic songs from The Who for a new charity event at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Set for March 2, 2010, the event will also include Warren Haynes & Gov't Mule, Postelles, Bettye LaVette, Robyn Hitchcock, The Smithereens, Sondre Lerche, Mose Allison, Matt Nathanson, Bobby McFerrin, and Living Colour More information is available on the event website . [...]
Who doesn't like Neil Young? Even if you're a right winger, you have to admire the grit of a musician willing to go up against MTV back in the 1980s, the longevity of someone who sold records back when they are records and continues to move digital downloads, and the skill of a man who can craft pop songs, protest songs, and ballads that make you want to kill youself. And he walks the walk, too, with his work for the Bridge School and support for various other charitable and political causes. Plus, he makes [...]
Most recently, the Drive-By Truckers could be found touring with the legendary Booker T. Jones . So, perhaps it's only appropriate to learn that the Athens outfit has hitched up with equally big music figure for its next project. Patterson Hood and Co. have signed with ATO Records , the label owned by Dave Matthews and which sports a roster featuring My Morning Jacket, Ben Kweller, and The Whigs. In turn, they have also announced the release of their 10th studio studio album, a 13-track effort titled The Big To-Do . [...]
MUSIC NEWS - Our friends at ATO Records announced they've signed of Drive-By Truckers and their label debut, The Big To-Do . The album, which marks the group's 10th album in their 13 year (so far) career, is due for a March 16, 2010 release. The Big To-Do will feature thirteen new tracks from the Drive By Truckers s and was produced by their long time producer, David Barbe (Sugar, Bettye LaVette). "It's very much a [...]
My year end and decade end lists are coming up very shortly. You should expect the Drive-By Truckers to feature on both (especially the decade end one). So imagine my delight at being able to interview Patterson Hood of the Drive-By Truckers. Here is what he had to say about returning to Ireland, new albums The Big To-Do and Go Go Boots , his favourite lyrics, his early band Adam's House Cat, working with Booker T, and even selected his favourite albums of the decade. Firstly, thanks for taking the time out to [...]
Add the name of Mose Allison to the list of American musical legends producer Joe Henry has brought to a new audience through Epitaph's Anti imprint. Soul, folk, and country icons with Anti albums to their credits include Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Solomon Burke, Mavis Staples, Merle Haggard, and Bettye LaVette, and now the greatest living jazz singer/songwriter/pianist expands the circle. Anti is set to release The Way of the World , Allison's first album since 1997's Blue Note swan song Gimcracks and Gewgaws , on March 23 of next year. The Way [...]
Hopefully this collaboration will be more than just a one-shot deal, for Mark and NQ Arbuckle really bring home the goods. In 2007 the blues singer Bettye LaVette teamed up with the Drive By Truckers to release the stellar Scene of the Crime. Two years later ex-Trucker Jason Isbell teamed up with the 400 Unit to release a spectacular eponymous album. And now, at the end of 2009, alternative country songbird Carolyn Mark finds herself teaming up with NQ Arbuckle and singing a song that contains the line "It's hard being a good man listening to...
Yeasayer – Odd Blood (Review)
TOUR: The Tallest Man On Earth Announces U.S. Dates
New Releases V2.9
[mp3] Joanna Newsom - "Kingfisher"
Hot Chip: One Life Stand
