‘Evergreens’ Is Ian Jones’ Southern Comfort Debra Kate Schafer October 20, 2021 Albums, Reviews Budding folk rock star Ian Jones may have worked on this latest batch of music in SoCal after being based in Seattle, but its Americana roots and optimistic narratives make it the epitome of 'southern comfort.... Read More...
Frank Turner Visits ‘Sunshine Spotlight’ Arts Weekly October 20, 2021 Buzz, Features Reality Check’s James Campion has ventured into the world of podcasting with a new, inspirational, and oh-so musical show. You can now listen to biweekly interviews with artists of varying genres, immense expe... Read More...
Latest Brandi Carlile LP Is a Harmonious, Human Reminder to Venture On Olivia Taubner October 8, 2021 Albums, Reviews Brandi Carlile teaches us learned acceptance and resilience via the voice of a generation with In These Silent Days. My musical alliance with singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile began when a song leapt fro... Read More...
SPOTLIGHT: Kim Petras Might Be More Excited Than Us to Bring the ‘Future’ to NJ Debra Kate Schafer October 6, 2021 Concert Calendar, Goings-On When you think of fun, vivacious, unique, and striking places in New Jersey, there's a good chance you think of either 1) Asbury Park or 2) Atlantic City. When you think of fun, vivacious, unique, and strik... Read More...
Folk Pop Singer Dar Williams Makes Stunning Attempt to Find Hope in Generalized Stories Debra Kate Schafer October 6, 2021 Albums, Reviews If you've ever been in a middle school classroom, existed on the Internet in the early 2010s, or are a frequent shopper at stores like Hallmark, there's a strong chance you know the following phrase: "You can'... Read More...
Mellencamp Is More Colorful Than Ever in New Book Sherry Thomas October 6, 2021 Books, Reviews Many people would say John Melllencamp got their attention when they heard “Jack and Diane," “Hurts So Good," or “Pink Houses." I took notice while watching the video for “The Authority Song." It was rebelliou... Read More...
Mikaela Davis Visits ‘Sunshine Spotlight’ Arts Weekly October 6, 2021 Buzz, Features Reality Check’s James Campion has ventured into the world of podcasting with a new, inspirational, and oh-so musical show. You can now listen to biweekly interviews with artists of varying genres, immense expe... Read More...
Kasey Anderson Visits ‘Sunshine Spotlight’ Arts Weekly September 22, 2021 Buzz, Features Reality Check’s James Campion has ventured into the world of podcasting with a new, inspirational, and oh-so musical show. You can now listen to biweekly interviews with artists of varying genres, immense expe... Read More...
Wesley Stace’s Musical Eloquence Returns to Stages Katherine Yeske Taylor September 20, 2021 Buzz, Features Multi-hyphenate artist Wesley Stace has more under his UK-born belt than most realize – a beloved teaching career, a successful run of novels, tens of albums, and an appreciation for the classics. In this case... Read More...
Julien Baker: Evolving Storyteller James Campion September 10, 2021 Features, Interviews The songwriter’s new album, sound, and tour still bring her signature raw emotion. “I’ve always had a lot of anxiety around performing.” Julien Baker is chatting with me over the phone from her... Read More...
