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CD Review - Jim Anton "High Highs and Low Lows"

CD Review - Jim Anton "High Highs and Low Lows"

Jim Anton, Minneapolis Chairman of the Low End releases eclectic solo albumJim Anton will forever be the man who played a jaw dropping electric bass solo with a pig puppet on his left hand. But it wasn't just a gimmick during that crowded March night at Minneapolis'

Chocolate Genius, Inc.: Marc Anthony Thompson and the art of abstract Impressionist Marketing

Chocolate Genius, Inc.: Marc Anthony Thompson and the art of abstract Impressionist Marketing

So alright, life happens. I did an interview with an inspiring artist who I've admired for years. Our conversation was insightful and I had a great time speaking with him… and then life happened. But good music is good music and the old industry mold is broken; you

The Beautiful Dichotomy of Betty Davis: A Rare Conversation with the Elusive Mistress of Funk

The Beautiful Dichotomy of Betty Davis: A Rare Conversation with the Elusive Mistress of Funk

"She doesn't really do interviews, but I'll add you to the list." That was where my initial request fell for an interview with the reclusive mistress of funk and former ex-wife of Miles Davis. The Seattle based indie label Light In The Attic, had

The Power of Mariachi: thoughts on neglected roots music

The Power of Mariachi: thoughts on neglected roots music

Much has been written of the ability of music to move, enlighten and alter consciousness. Writers and musicians alike have expounded on the heart of the blues, the passion of opera, the righteousness of folk or the realness of hip-hop. But, in all my years of devouring music literature from