Beth Bombara is the Americana / blues singer songwriter from St. Louis in the USA. Beth Bombara Theoretically I should be coming out in a rash, such is my typical reaction to this style of music. However it remains and continues to develop as a force because when it is done well, there is a powerful emotional root to the material. Beth Bombara has a good lyrical grasp that fits superbly with the musical score and the combination of [...]
![Claude Munson & The Storm Outside and Delta Will @ Pressed [May 23, 2013]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4968984_lg.jpg)
It was a nice intimate show that happened at Pressed on May 23rd. Playing at the show: • Claude Munson & The Storm Outside • Delta Will First set was Toronto's Delta Will. This was my first time seeing Charles Tilden's outer space alter ego music project. It was a mix of indie art pop electro-synth and space music. With people sitting, it [...]
Cass McCombs is a self-proclaimed vagabond. Originally from California, Cass spent many of his formative years honing his song writing skills on the East Coast and couch surfing the greater United States. His extensive travels likely account for his eclectic style of song writing, which is apparent in his latest song “Three Men Sitting On A Hollow Log.” A departure from the punk and rock genres which he traditionally occupies, this track embodies Deep South folksiness and brings to mind simpler times. Stream it below. STREAM: Cass McCombs – “Three Men Sitting On A Hollow [...]
It's amazing to think that Ben Lee's first record Grandpaw Would was released the year I was born, in 1995. This music legend has been in our lives for a very long time and we have really come to treasure every release Ben's had. This year, he released Ayahuasca: Welcome to the Work ; a fantastic album which allowed us to carry our ever-lasting admiration for this artist. So, we were very honoured when given the opportunity of interviewing Ben! Have a read where AMBY talks to Ben Lee about "everything. everyone.", the state of modern music, [...]
Mark down your calendar for May 25th. 4in1 Music Session is taking place at this year's Great Glebe Garage Sale . So we will be setting up at 157 First Avenue. But here are the times (approx) and acts playing: 1pm - Cat Hibou Blais 1:30 - Sean Shark 2pm - Saxyndrums 2:30pm - Silvergun & Spleen [...]
Photos by G. Laura Mvula Here's a name you need to know: Laura Mvula . The British singer played her first headlining show in New York on May 20, 2013 at Bowery Ballroom and obviously, it was sold out. She had to move the show from the originally scheduled Mercury Lounge date to accommodate overwhelming demand for tickets. Makes perfect sense to me. After a great set by Irish singer Foy Vance, whose voice has an a quality not unlike the voice of Ray LaMontagne, [...]
Photo by Merri Cyr Erin McKeown is a wonderfully talented singer-songwriter. To The Stars has always been a personal favourite of mine and I have looked forward to keeping up with each release she puts out. Erin's latest album, MANIFESTRA is her seventh release and simply lovely. Proof is an example of a tender track where Erin draws you in with her heartfelt vocals and compelling lyrics. In this interview, Erin talks with us about having her own label, really liking meat, and dream gigs. AMBY: [...]
Photos by G. Tom Jones The legendary Tom Jones dropped by legendary New York venue Bowery Ballroom on May 18, 2013 to showcase his latest album "Spirit In The Room." Here are 10 observations from the show. 1. I am over 30 years of age and I was the youngest person in the room. By far. Possibly by 30 years. 2. Tom Jones is an amazing performer who deserves the praise he gets as he had the 500 person venue eating out [...]
Went to the fifth annual Chinatown Remixed which took place on Somerset in Ottawa. With the weather, it couldn't get any better. This year there was a block party at the parking lot of Shanghai Restaurant. For the photos, go here . I managed to catch Rae Spoon 's set. At first I thought Rae was suppose to go on at around 8pm. But the show started off at 7pm. It was a nice set filled with indie acoustic rock and [...]
Photo by Enrique Iglesias' friend. Enrique Iglesias and Geoffrey Dicker Let me first say that I will probably never wash my shoulder again! Ha. I've always thought Enrique Iglesias was really handsome, but in person, I will not lie when I say that my knees got weak! I met Enrique recently as he performed a secret show in Manhattan. Despite lots of girls (and a few gays) wanting a piece of the man, he did his best to accommodate everyone and we love when that happens. [...]
![The Breezes @ Cafe Dekcuf [May 15, 2013]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4954237_lg.jpg)
Montreal's The Breezes played Cafe Dekcuf on May 15th. Apparently it was a solo set. It was a cool indie electro-rock and pop set. Here are the photos.
If you're well into harmonies, and you love a bit of folksy, Alice in Wonderland -esque magic sounds, then here's one for you. Lovelace , aka Rebecca Whitbred, has made a self-titled EP packed with such stuff, and one that's also refreshingly unique - a rare claim in today's musical world. She says: "I'm now renting a little studio on the Hackney Road, working on my next album (I will release at the end of the year) and developing my live sound. I wrote [...]
Marie-Flore is French , Parisian in fact. Sings in English and holds her name from a Joan Baez song. She played violin for 8 years, until the guitar finally came into her life. Since then she has never stopped writing & performing across Europe, but has always kept one foot close to her roots, in her native France & its wonderful parisian venues. She embodies the contemporary ‘do it yourself’ attitude with everything from her videos & illustrations, she creates everything to transpire, live her music.. She's already got an album under the belt and a few gigs to her resume. She is [...]
![Jos. Fortin & Her Harbour @ Raw Sugar Cafe [May 8, 2013]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4941045_lg.jpg)
Went to a nice intimate show at the Raw Sugar Cafe on May 8th. It was a last minute decision but I wanted to come and support these musicians. Playing at the show: • Jos. Fortin • Her Harbour It wasn't a few weeks ago that I went to Her Harbour's CD Release show. This time it was more of a strip down set which it [...]
Photo by G. Sharon Jones Happy birthday to singer Sharon Jones! If you've never seen her in concert, you are missing out. She is an amazing performer who will make you leave the venue feeling like you've just had a religious musical experience. Happy birthday Sharon! Love you! Also born today, Keith Haring, actor Will Arnett, Lance Bass of N'Sync and another amazing singer, Oleta Adams. Cheers! [...]
Photos and Video by G. Tom Odell Several months ago, I saw British singer Tom Odell's first US show . I was blown away watching the 21 year old singer who at times channels Thom Yorke, Chris Martin and Tom Waits. Needless to say, I was very excited to see Tom Odell on his second trip to New York where he performed at Bowery Ballroom on May 2, 2013. The show opened with folk/rock singer Jeremy Messersmith who got the crowd in good mood with [...]
Tangles Never Tire by Jamie Parisio The song starts with a few seconds of drum beats, but when you now think it’s going to be some sort of heavy and very rocking song, you’re wrong. Tangles Never Tire from the EP “You Promised Me The Sea” turns out to be a smooth, calm and very flowing song. Jamie Parisio from London shows how life could be described and tells us that he wouldn’t want to change the past or his life, because it’s good just the way it is. However, when he starts [...]
Photo by Erykah Badu! Erykah Badu and Geoffrey Dicker I can't even begin to explain how much I love Erykah Badu. When you go to one of her shows, it's less of a concert and more like a soulful religious experience. Whether she's telling amazing stories in between songs, schooling the audience to the spiritual side of life, or just singing different and funky versions of her great songs (and she never disappoints in that area), you will leave her shows feeling lighter and wishing that [...]
Hi Friends out there in the Universe, my name is Geraint Rhys a bi-lingual singer songwriter from South Wales singing in both Welsh and English. You pronounce the G in my name like you would the G in Garage and the raint part of my name the same you would in the word pint. Good luck with that 1 :) I have been playing my own music live around Wales for a year now and am currently recording my debut album. The year ahead will be busy with three single releases scheduled all with a video to be [...]
Photo by G. Iggy Pop and Geoffrey Dicker Iggy Pop! One of the true rock gods was in New York to perform a secret show in our fair city. Sadly, tickets were pretty much impossible to come by, but I figured it was worth a shot. Well, in a case of you win some you lose some, I was unable to get into the show. However, I got to meet the man of the hour, Iggy Pop! He was super cool and even signed a lady's [...]
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