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Mike Dillon Releases Functioning Broke April 29
The Rhythm of the Moment Vinnie Amico, drummer for Moe., gave a drum instruction crash course on drumming at the 2013 Summer Camp Music Festival. During the workshop, Amico described how the drummer leads the tone and is the driving force around the beat to the song. When I listen to Mike Dillon on the xylophone, his refine sound molds well as a solo artist, as well as with other artists. With roots in New Orleans, it has given Dillon the opportunity to perform with a wide range of artists. His latest album, Functioning Broke will be released on April 29
New Orleans Jazz Fest 2016 Music Preview
Dance Along With the Backbeat of New Orleans The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival will be hosting their 47th Annual event at the historic Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans, Louisiana. Guests will be able to experience over dozens of different musical genres, as well as a variety of food & beverages over two weekends spanning April 22 - May 1. After the music wraps for the daytime events at the racetrack, the late night madness begins in downtown New Orleans. It is a delight to see bands performing at the Orpheum Theatre during Jazz Fest. The Original Meters will perform
Okeechobee Music Festival’s Pow Wow! Superjam Celebrates the HIstory of New Orleans
[av_heading heading='Musicians from Arcade Fire, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band, The Meters, Lettuce + More Share the Stage at Okeechobee ' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Okeechobee Music Festival, a four-day music and camping festival, will debut this March 3-5 in Okeechobee, Florida. The festival recently announced a group of musicians from a variety of bands, that will collectively join together on stage for a spontaneous set of live music. Longtime Bonnaroo SuperJam director Paul Peck will produce the show. Paul Peck is a creative genius. His work at past Bonnaroo's is
The Arcs Perform at Tiny Desk with NPR, Announce 2016 Tour Dates
[av_heading heading='Yours, Dreamily, by The Arcs is a Soul Record with Attitude' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] The Arcs, a band comprised of Dan Auerbach, Leon Michels, Richard Swift, Homer Steinweiss, and Nick Movshon; also on the album are Kenny Vaughan and Mariachi Flor de Toloache. In contrast to Dan Auerbach's work with The Black Keys, this project gives him the room and opportunity to perform with a wide range of new instruments. The female vocals give an alluring texture to the songs by The Arcs. Their recent album, The Arcs vs. The
Nolatet Embarks on National Tour Featuring Mike Dillion
[av_heading heading='The Fearless Nature of Jazz with Nolatet ' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] The Royal Potato Family is releasing new material from vibraphonist Mike Dillon, pianist Brian Haas, bassist James Singleton and drummer Johnny Vidacovich known as Nolatet. Their first album, Dogs was recorded at New Orleans' renown Esplanade Studios. Jazz fans can dig into the layers of influence that these musicians cover with their modern take on the evolved style of music. "When music is truly happening, it leads the way. When music is kinetic and meaningful, it sets its own agenda.
ALO Tour Dates | Tangle of Time Live Experience
[av_heading heading='Fall Tour with ALO' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] The Animal Liberation Orchestra, ALO has new record, Tangle of Time release set for October 2. Their album is currently on pre-order with pledgemusic.com. The pre-order contains unseen footage from inside the studio, and an early look at the new material. Fans that pick up the pre-order will be able to download 2 tracks from the record – “The Ticket” on August 14th and “Not Old Yet” on September 11th. ALO will be touring nationwide this fall to support their Tangle of
Galactic vs. The Revivalists | New Orleans Album Review Showdown
[av_heading heading='Into the Deep vs. Men Amongst Mountains' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Galactic and The Revivalists have both released new records on Friday, July 17. In celebration of all the new music, this review combines both albums and puts the head-to-head. New Orleans music such a rich history in music. This review is to honor and pay respect to the past and present musicians from New Orleans. In one corner you have Galactic. The aged veterans with over twenty years of experience. Their album, Into the Deep features an array of
The Revivalists Releases Men Amongst Mountains
[av_heading heading='Recorded Straight to Tape' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] The Revivalists, New Orleans-based rock group, is set to release Men Amongst Mountains on July 17. The band has reported to have recorded the material straight to tape in Bogalusa, Louisiana’s Studio in the Country. The location of recording an album is key in reflecting that space and time. David Shaw, lead vocalist for The Revivalists reflects during a trip to Africa on the power of music. "Music is and always will be the universal language." - David Shaw Listen in on
Stream Does It Really Make a Difference by Galactic and Mavis Staples
[av_heading heading='A Mix of New Orleans Funk with Rhythm and Blues' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Galactic, New Orleans musicians and producers, are previewing Into the Deep, the band's eighth studio album with a single titled 'Does It Really Make a Difference' with Mavis Staples on vocals. Jazz connoisseurs will want to check out Galactic's Into the Deep pledge campaign to access interactive merchandise from the band. The album drops on Friday, July 17. [av_image src='https://crescentvale.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/galacticpress.jpg' attachment='10379' attachment_size='full' align='center' animation='bottom-to-top' styling='' hover='av-hover-grow' link='lightbox' target='' caption='' font_size='' appearance='' overlay_opacity='0.4' overlay_color='#000000' overlay_text_color='#ffffff'][/av_image] *Galactic and Macy Gray
Rising Appalachia | Wider Circles Album – Tour
[av_heading heading='Slow Music Movement' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Rising Appalachia, a four piece from New Orleans, Louisiana has just released Wider Circles. This release connects with Earth Day, Wednesday April 22. The band strings together a beautiful acoustic patchwork of world, folk and progressive rock. Wider Circles is a soothing mix of world rhythms, big beats, polished vocals and universal appeal. Rising Appalachia delivers a listening experience that tours around the globe and through time. Additionally, the band has a big West coast tour lined up featuring the High Sierra Music Festival, as well as an international set at
The Rhythm of the Moment Vinnie Amico, drummer for Moe., gave a
Dance Along With the Backbeat of New Orleans The New Orleans Jazz
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