Goldrush Releases Re-Mastered 1974 Recording
In 1971 Bob Lucas, Brian Lappin and Nell Levin formed Goldrush, ostensibly a "bluegrass band" but one that was always pushing the envelope, as this never before heard, recently discovered and remastered, CD reveals. After a stint in Aspen, Colorado, they trio migrated back to their home turf
A Slice of Wide Cut Country with Allison Brock
I'm always on the lookout for new rootsy DJs, especially non-US ones, and I check the playlists on TwangDJ's Yahoo Group to see what others are playing. This week, we have a reguar TwangDJ contributor from up north in Canada.
Bill Frater: Where and when did
Now Be Thankful for Fairport Convention
“Come all ye rolling minstrels, and together we will try to rouse the spirit of the earth…” as goes the Fairport Convention anthem and title of this magnificent seven CD set of 131 tracks. And they do. Released tomorrow, July 28, Come All Ye is a comprehensive selection of Fairport
Floating Down The Creek with Wes Griffith
Something very exciting is happening in central Georgia, with Macon's "The Creek" joining the group of full-time Americana roots-based radio stations. I love that they broadcast from downtown Macon. They are very community-based and their sound honors the South. Here's a look at what&
Yonder Mountain String Band Dances in the Moonlight
A little more than halfway through their new album, Yonder Mountain String Band launches into a slow, sensuous version of the old King Harvest chestnut “Dancing in the Moonlight.” King Harvest’s original kicks off with a twinkling electric piano whose recurring chords float under the singer’s gravelly voice
How To Make A Country Album
Cleveland country artist Charles Hill Jr is currently working on his sophomore release, so naturally he started thinking about album artwork.
That's when friend Ron Kretsch stepped in with the most hilarious mockup this side of the Mississippi. Hill hasn't yet chosen the songs for the