Remembering the “Queen of Disco” Donna Summer
Donna Summer, the “Queen of Disco”, has succumbed to cancer. I am stunned and saddened by this news. Since I heard the news this morning, I’ve been grappling with this loss and reflecting on her career. Born LaDonna Adrian Gaines, Donna Summer came to prominence in the 1970’s, as discos were gaining more prominence...
Remembering Beastie Boys’ Adam Yauch
My heart has been heavy since hearing about the death of Beastie Boys co-founder Adam “MCA” Yauch. I remember being excited several months back when it was announced that Beastie Boys were to be inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. I felt that it was much deserved and it would be an...
Eric Roberson and Elliott Yamin to conduct a “Twitterview”
Now this is an interesting concept that I can get behind. Soulful vocalist Eric Roberson and American Idol alum Elliott Yamin will be conducting a “Twitterview” tonight at 10pm (EST). That’s right, the two artists will be interviewing each other on Twitter, and of course, you’re welcome to join in. Fans are able to...
Santigold On The Road To Make-Believe
Big happenings going on for Santigold. In less than a month, the Philly artist will release her sophomore album, Master of My Make-Believe. There’s already a great deal of buzz about the album, and I admit that I got a bit excited last month after seeing the first video from the album for “Disparate Youth”....
Dirty Projectors Pulls Trigger On New Album
Happy, happy, joy, joy. That’s how I feel whenever I hear that one of my favorite artists will be releasing new music. Brooklyn-based Dirty Projectors has announced the release of Swing Lo Magellan on July 10th. This will be its sixth full-length release. The music that Dirty Projectors creates has always defied categorization, but it...
Bonnaroo 2012 Lineup Announced
Well, there’s Coachella in April, Sasquatch in May, and then BOOM!…Bonnaroo in June. The annual Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival is once again bringing a stellar lineup to Manchester, TN for four days of fun and (more than likely) sun. Social media was all abuzz with rumors that Prince would be one of the...
Remembering Whitney Houston: 1963 – 2012
Yesterday was another relaxing Saturday evening until I got that disturbing text. My friend asked me if I had heard about the passing of Whitney Houston. I instantly jumped on the Internet assuming, hoping that this was another false report. First stop was Google…”Whitney Houston Dies”. I jumped up and turned to CNN, because we...
Get Ready For The 2012 Sasquatch Music Festival
The music festival season is drawing near and there is much excitement in the air. The lineup for the Sasquatch Music Festival has been announced, and if you’ve been on the fence about attending, this may move you to action. Scheduled to perform are Jack White, Beck, Bon Iver, Pretty Lights, The Shins, Beirut, The...
Remembering Soul Train Creator Don Cornelius
This morning, I woke up prayerful and grateful for all that I have. Immediately thereafter, I learned that Soul Train creator and music legend Don Cornelius had died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. I sat in stunned silence for a long time. I was instantly filled with great loss, as if I’d lost a cherished...
Stones Throw Digital Discography Is Coming To An Inbox Near You
Now here’s a plan that I can get behind. Stones Throw Records has partnered with Drip.FM to launch the Stones Throw Digital Discography. This is a subscription music service where each and every Stones Throw release will be delivered to your inbox for the low price of $10 per month. The music can be downloaded...
Coachella 2012 Lineup Announced
April is right around the corner which means that the Coachella Music Festival will be here before you know it. The artist lineup has just been announced and what a lineup. The headliners for this year’s festival will be The Black Keys, Radiohead, and Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg. Other acts scheduled to perform include...
2012 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees Announced
The 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees have been announced.This year’s list of seven artists includes a prolific bluesman, a group of funky Californian rockers, and a brilliant singer/songwriter known for her innovative, distinctive style. This year’s inductees are Beastie Boys, Donovan, Guns N’ Roses, Freddie King, Laura Nyro, Red Hot Chili Peppers...