Watch “Memphis Girls” Video Steeped in the tradition of authentic bluegrass and folk music, North Carolina’s Acoustic Syndicate are releasing their first full-length album in eight years, Rooftop Garden, today. In honor of release day, check out the new video for their song “Memphis Girls” courtesy of The Bluegrass Situation. This strangely cheerful tale is about a guy who brings his … Continue reading Acoustic Syndicate Release “Rooftop Garden”
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Cabinet Announces Fall Tour, Part 1/Club Cafe Pittsburgh 10/4
When it comes to the music of Cabinet, the essential bywords are soul, simplicity, and serious musicianship. In concert, the combination of these qualities invariably yields an experience that is so celebratory and moving that the very word Cabinet takes on a new, vivid meaning for anyone in the audience. An inclusive and engaging energy is … Continue reading Cabinet Announces Fall Tour, Part 1/Club Cafe Pittsburgh 10/4
Steve Martin at Heinz Hall: What is High Brow?
Monday night Steve Martin and his backing bluegrass band, The Steep Canyon Rangers, graced the stage of Heinz Hall to a sold out crowd. Edie Brickell also joined in on stage from time to time. It's interesting that regardless of the art form, anything played or performed in such a venue instantly becomes high brow. … Continue reading Steve Martin at Heinz Hall: What is High Brow?
Free Music Festival to Showcase Music Venues in Pittsburgh’s Deutschtown Neighborhood
On July 6, 2013, more than 40 bands will perform on Pittsburgh’s Northside as part of the Deutschtown Music Festival. Local bands will perform in a variety of indoor and outdoor venues throughout the neighborhood, starting at 2pm and ending late into the evening. A wide variety of music styles will be showcased, including jazz, blues, rock, … Continue reading Free Music Festival to Showcase Music Venues in Pittsburgh’s Deutschtown Neighborhood
Blood and Banjos Kickstarts Their Campaign
If you've been reading PMM then you know we dig the crazy blend of metal and bluegrass pioneers, Blood and Banjos. check out their new Kickstarter campaign as well as their new lyric video... http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1053861957/blood-and-banjos-a-story-album-told-with-bluegrass
Blood & Banjos: A Marriage of Bluegrass and Metal
The musician collective known as Blood & Banjos is announcing the release of a full-length story album, slated for the first quarter of 2014. Concurrent with this announcement is the official release of a 3-track demo and the upcoming launch of a Kickstarter campaign to raise funds needed to produce the album. The campaign will … Continue reading Blood & Banjos: A Marriage of Bluegrass and Metal
Ultraviolet Hippopotamus w/Dopapod @ Rex Theater Feb. 8
Ultraviolet Hippopotamus is an explosive five-piece progressive improvisational band with a rapidly growing fan base across the U.S. and Europe. Described as “brightening the future of the jam band scene,” Ultraviolet Hippopotamus mixes tight, funky jams with new dance beats, heartfelt lyrics, compelling composition, eccentric effects and a vibrant light show for an incredible, one-of-a-kind … Continue reading Ultraviolet Hippopotamus w/Dopapod @ Rex Theater Feb. 8
CMT Edge Gifts Music Fans with a Free Digital Sampler via Amazon
Discover bold new roots artists with the CMT Edge 2012 Sampler available as a free digital download now on Amazon.com. CMT Edge has curated 16 tracks across Americana, roots, bluegrass and classic country genres from new and noteworthy artists including Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Trampled by Turtles, Elizabeth Cook, Turnpike Troubadours, Lord Huron, … Continue reading CMT Edge Gifts Music Fans with a Free Digital Sampler via Amazon
9th Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) Deadline This Week
The 9th Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) deadline is fast approaching. IAMA promotes excellence in Acoustic Music Performance and Artistry. Acoustic artists in various genres can gain exciting radio and web exposure through this competition. Participating sponsors include New Music Weekly, Loggins Promotion, AirplayAccess.com, Acoustica, SongU, Acoustic Cafe Radio Show, NoisyPlanet, Sonicbids, Broadjam and … Continue reading 9th Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) Deadline This Week
Angel Mary & The Tennessee Werewolves Release “Cowboy”
Angel Mary & The Tennessee Werewolves are quickly becoming a notable name in country music. The band puts the sexiness back in country music with cool collective sounds of old fashion Dixie roots, bluegrass picking and Haggard styled lyrics; giving traditional country music a modern overhaul. Their debut project, an EP titled, Angel Mary & … Continue reading Angel Mary & The Tennessee Werewolves Release “Cowboy”
BOB WAYNE to Play Wacken Open Air Festivial
Outlaw Country star BOB WAYNE has stayed very busy this past year. Sticking to the road with a number of dates overseas, BOB is proud to announce he has confirmed two landmark gigs. On December 7th, BOB WAYNE will be direct support for punk rockers SOCIAL DISTORTION on their Anaheim, CA date at the House … Continue reading BOB WAYNE to Play Wacken Open Air Festivial
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