Twang to Trombones: Top 20 Picks for AmericanaFest 2017
When Wynonna and Lee Ann Womack drag queen impersonators are NOT the highlight of the night, you know you need to be at these shows. AmericanaFest has something for every music fan.
Sloane Spencer
SLOANE SPENCER, HOST & PRODUCER *15+ years on-air radio personality for major US broadcaster *Passionate about great music that corporate radio rarely embraces, until it becomes a big hit and they can’t ignore it! *Audiences can hear the experience in her easy, conversational style, and her guests feel relaxed and right at home *Lover of all things “musically real” from Blues, Rock & Roll, Singer-Songwriter, Folk, Honky-Tonk, R&B, Soul, Bluegrass, and many other Made-in-America treasures *Podcast Section Editor of No Depression *Work published in CMT Edge, The Bluegrass Situation, Locally Crafted, SC Music Guide *Country Fried Rock broadcasts in 20+ international markets weekly
John Moreland’s Feeling Some Big Bad Luv
With a voice like early Springsteen and lyrics that put this Tulsa songwriter right up there with the Boss, John Moreland’s new album, Big Bad Luv, is gonna make your sad bastard ass get up and dance.
Brace Yourself: An Interview With Allen Thompson
Two members of Allen Thompson's band broke their backs last year. Brace yourself for their new sound.
You Can Go Home Again: An Interview with R.E.M.’s Mike Mills
Mike Mills of R.E.M. tells PopMatters about his new "Concerto for Violin, Rock Band, and Orchestra" project.
No Longer Hiding Behind the Booze: An Interview with Caleb Caudle
Caleb Caudle's upcoming album, Carolina Ghost, reveals his first collection of songs fully developed since getting sober.
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