Tag: countrymusic
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Boyz II Men, Janet Jackson, and the Power of Nostalgia
JarFive Lady Gaga has released her new album, “Harlequin.” Check out Ken Burns’ documentary on country music. The Cure have released a new song, “Alone.” Their album is due out later this year. Both Caribou and Aphex Twin have albums out this week. Kris Kristofferson, legendary country artist and actor, passed away last weekend. Tasting…
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Happy Hour with Alicia Blue
Here are some links related to the most recent podcast episode, featuring singer/songwriter Alicia Blue. Alicia and I had a Mexican Mule for our beverage. This is a take on a Moscow Mule. The recipe includes tequila (instead of vodka), ginger beer, and lime juice. Here’s a link to the authors who posted a version…
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Hanging with Ryan Casey (Parts 1&2)
JarFive Rolling Stones wrap up tour. Bob Dylan wants people to lock up their phones; Damon Albarn disagrees. Legends John Mayall and Duke Fakir (Four Tops) passed away. Amethyst Kiah released new song. Check out the podcast Bandsplain, hosted by Yasi Salek. Special Guest – Ryan Casey Here are some links to Ryan’s music available…
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The Lesson from the Film on Anvil
JarFive Ed Harcourt performed an in-store set at Fingerprints Music in Long Beach. Also, check out his latest album, “El Magnifico.” Billy Strings released his album “Live Volume 1.” Cigarettes After Sex released their third album, “X’s.” Happy Sundays has released their lineup. The festival takes place in August. I’ll be doing a review of…
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Good Fridaze
JarFive Beyoncé releases “Cowboy Carter.” Arguably the most heavily promoted and written about album year to date, “Cowboy Carter” was released last night. I’m not a huge Beyoncé fan, but I always give her albums a listen. With all the talk of this being a country album, at its core it’s still a Beyoncé album,…
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Coachella Lineup is Out
JarFive Coachella Lineup is out! After endless anxiety on the Reddit Coachella sub, the lineup was finally released on Tuesday afternoon. There was a hint earlier in the day of No Doubt playing the festival. After all was said and speculated, the headliners remained the same: Lana Del Rey, Tyler, The Creator, and Doja Cat.…
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Coachella Weekend 2 Review/Weekend Edition
Coachella Weekend 2 It’s been a week since Weekend 2, and I’m still exhausted. I caught part or all of almost 50 acts over the weekend. The weather sat squarely in the mid-90’s all throughout. Since I’ve already detailed the festival itself, here are some of my personal highlights, and a few pics below I…
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Intersect Festival in Las Vegas
It’s been a short while, but I just submitted the last of my final grades, and I’m ready to blog again. While the last couple weeks have been busy with work, I still managed to squeeze in a couple of shows the first weekend of December. Today I’m reviewing the first Intersect Festival. Next Friday,…
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Closing Out A Long September
Buskerfest 2019 Unless indicated, I took all the pics posted on this blog. Feel free to repost – just remember to give credit. Cheers! Since the last couple months have been busy, with both music events and work, I’m finally now getting Long Beach’s Buskerfest, which took place back on September 7. I’d previously written…
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KAABOO, Last time around in Del Mar
KAABOO Del Mar Unless indicated, I took all the pics posted on this blog. Feel free to repost – just remember to give credit. Cheers! This last weekend, I attended the 5th (and my 5th) KAABOO music festival in Del Mar, just north of San Diego. Right from the beginning, something felt a little off…
