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James Jackson Toth finds peace, quiet and clarity in Murfreesboro
New York-turned-Murfreesboro resident James Jackson Toth was famed in underground music circles for heading up Wooden Wand and the Vanishing Voice before the freak-folk troupe dissolved last year.
The Tennessean |
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Three things our writers love this week
Music Al Green For his ardent fans, the Rev. Al Green is never out of musical fashion. Now he's drawing new fans with "Lay It Down" (Blue...
Seattle Times |
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Annual two-day Salsa Festival gets off to a hot start in Oxnard
Hot sun, as well as hot food, drew thousands to downtown Oxnard on Saturday to take part in the city's 15th annual Salsa Festival. Karen York of Camarillo was a first-timer at the festival. "I like the music and the dancing," she said.
Ventura County Star |
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Moving Navajo oratorio marred only by backdrop
"Enemy Slayer: A Navajo Oratorio" is an unusual title for an unusual musical experience.
Denver Post |
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Circle goes 'Footloose' with musical
The 1984 film Footloose produced the iconic Reagan Era-image of Kevin Bacon gyrating to Kenny Loggins' title-track vocals. A stage musical about rebellious youngster Ren McCormack and his troubles in a small town where dancing and rock music are banned later hit Broadway like a tornado in 1998.
The Tennessean |
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A summerfest of festivals
On the last Saturday in July, dogs wore leis. Moms painted daisies on little girls' faces. Guys leaned in close to examine show-quality hot rods. Someone, it seemed, had flipped on the switch labeled "festival."
The Oregonian |
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'Swing!' and a hit
There's a bug going around, and if you attend the Music Circus this week, there's a good chance you'll catch it.
The Sacramento Bee |
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Top 10 bands: A capsule look, in their own words
The top 10 finishers in the Denver Post Underground Music Poll tell us all about themselves. Plus, we've posted video of each band, and direct links to additional song samples.
Denver Post |
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Wednesday Chick Corea and friends
RETURN TO FOREVER For music aficionados, it doesn't get any better than this team-up of keyboardist Chick Corea, bassist Stanley Clarke, guitarist Al DiMeola and drummer Lenny White.
Miami Herald |
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Colorado Symphony has two crucial positions to fill
The Colorado Symphony Orchestra has taken two big blows to its artistic and administrative well-being, with recent back-to-back announcements that its two top leaders are leaving.
Denver Post |
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The lawn will keep; blazing-hot jazz fests won't
There's more diverse live music scheduled to occur today in Denver and nearby mountain communities than we sometimes get the opportunity to absorb in an entire month.
Denver Post |
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Come hear Uncle John's orchestra play
When the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra warms up on Friday, the musicians will be clad for summer: White dinner jackets and bow ties for the men, white tops and black skirts or slacks for the women. Tie-dye might be more appropriate.
Miami Herald |
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Secret Safe Place Lifesaver Luau Aug. 9
A Secret Safe Place for Newborns of Tennessee will host its fourth annual Lifesaver Luau at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 9 at The Beach at Court South. The luau will feature food from Sonny's Real Pit Bar-B-Q, hula dancing, volleyball, swimming, music, karaoke, limbo and a silent auction.
The Maryville Daily Times |
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Bragg Jam exceeds organizers' expectations
Bragg Jam was headed for a record-breaking year Saturday evening, exceeding even organizers' expectations.
Macon Telegraph |
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Day in park celebrates access for all
Dancing to the tune of Kool & The Gang's "Celebration," Sioux Falls residents smiled, danced and hugged Saturday afternoon at Sertoma Park. July 26 was the 18th anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act being signed into law by the first President Bush, and residents of Sioux Falls marked the occasion with a celebration of their own with music and food. The ADA Celebration Committee was ...
The Argus Leader |
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Vines - Drum
Jaime Lynne Vines and Bradley Tyson Drum were married April 5, 2008, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Egypt Mills. The Rev. Kevin Olson performed the ceremony. Music was by Michael Williford of Union, Mo.
Southeast Missourian |
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Sax player Griffin, 'the Little Giant' of jazz, dies at 80
PARIS — Jazz saxophonist Johnny Griffin, who played with America's greats including Thelonious Monk and Lionel Hampton but chose to live in France, died hours before a concert, his agent said Saturday. He was 80.
Arizona Daily Star |
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High on the hog ... and the bat ... and the chimps
11It's a little more true of "Space Chimps" than of the reigning No. 1 Movie in America. Bacon's credit on "The Dark Knight," which has music by Hans Zimmer and James Newton Howard, is "technical score engineer." In other words, you'd have to stay for a while to see his name at the end of the movie. On "Space Chimps," however, the credit is "Original Music by," and Bacon's name is on the movie ...
Provo Daily Herald |
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New and unconventional are the norms at the Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music
Experiencing a concert at a festival of contemporary music is much like visiting a contemporary art museum. Some of the works might be seminal. Others might offer but a glimpse of future greatness. And some works, however striking, will never be seen again. The Cabrillo Festival Orchestra, with Marin Alsop conducting from the platform at right, rehearses in the Santa Cruz Civic ...
The Sacramento Bee |
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CD Review: Build; S/T
Lately there has been no shortage of chamber ensembles willing to go down the road of merging chamber music and rock. The synthesis of this has resulted in some provocative chamber music.
The Sacramento Bee |
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Unwind: 'Shine a Light,' 'Harold and Kumar,' more
Director Martin Scorsese has often used the Rolling Stones' music in his films, and he directed the great concert movie "The Last Waltz," so he's a natural choice to direct this concert documentary. 'Shine a Light' 'Harold and Kumar escape from Guantanamo Bay'
The Sacramento Bee |
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Finding classical music easy at Rochester-area shops
Data suggest classical music listeners are buying music; here are the best places in Rochester to shop.
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle |
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New artists highlight 2008
We've graduated to the second half of 2008, and that has made me reflect on the music that has kept me occupied this year. Shout-outs to N.E.R.D., Lil Wayne, Vampire Weekend, The Roots and Cool Kids for keeping my iPod popping. And a fresh crop of new discoveries has made me a happy listener.
Erie Times-News |
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Victor's Ganondagan festival celebrates Native American culture
The largest event of it's kind in western & central NY, this year's Native American Dance & Music Festival features: Special guests "Halau O'Aulani" Hawaiian traditional dance group.
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle |
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Ganondagan dance gala
Festival celebrates Native American culture, displays variety of traditions.
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle |
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