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Dead & Company's First 2017 Tour Date Has Surfaced December 1, 2016 09:13
Initial Lineup For Wanee Festival Leaked A Few Days Early November 30, 2016 12:07
Multiple outlets are reporting the unofficial release of the 2017 Wanee Festival initial lineup, which was not scheduled for release until Monday, December 5th at 10AM. The festival is scheduled for April 20th - 22nd at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, FL. Headliners include Bob Weir & The Campfire Boys, Widespread Panic, and the Trey Anastasio Band. Additional performers include Gov’t Mule, Dark Star Orchestra, JJ Grey & Mofro, Les Brers (ft. Butch Trucks & Jaimoe), Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band, Leftover Salmon (performing the music of Neil Young), The Greyboy Allstars, Blackberry Smoke, Matisyahu, Keller Williams’ Grateful Grass, Papadosio, Turkuaz, Pink Talking Fu – Music of David Bowie & Prince, DJ Logic, Kung Fu, Pink Talking Fish, Bobby Lee Rodgers Trio, The Marcus King Band, The Yeti Trio and Brothers and Sister Band.
Ticketing info is expected to be released in the near future. Stay tuned for future updates on the 2017 Wanee Festival!
Win Tickets To See Zoogma At Zydeco On Saturday Night (Dec. 3rd) November 28, 2016 21:32
Live & Listen is pleased to join forces with our friends at Zydeco in Birmingham once again for an evening of live music with Zoogma and special guest Chark on Saturday, December 3rd. Doors open at 9:30 PM and the music will start soon thereafter. As a sign of our excitement for Saturday night, we're giving away a pair of tickets to the show. To enter the contest, simply share this post directly from our Facebook page and tag a friend who you would take to the show in the comments. We will announce a winner at 12:00 PM on Friday afternoon.
Read our recent interview with Justin Hasting of Zoogma
Live electronic quartet Zoogma has been busy over the past year. While maintaining a busy tour schedule, the band has been steadily working on their new concept record, A Future in Blue. The new record combines their Mississippi/Memphis blues roots with their unique electronica sound to bring listeners their own refreshing brand of “Future-Blues”.
The first single, “What It Is”, mixes Leslie-driven guitar and classic 70’s-era horns, with catchy vintage-blues samples that mesh with the funky, futuristic electronic sound Zoogma delivers both live and in the studio. Listen to the new single, streaming below.
Zoogma is a live electronic
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Watch Zoogma's Stranger Things Halloween Weekend Recap here:
Watch Bob Weir's Acoustic Performance With Joe Russo's Almost Dead November 17, 2016 00:35
Joe Russo's Almost Dead has been sweeping the nation by storm and just finished up a two-night California run last weekend. The band made stops in San Diego at House of Blues on Friday night and The Fox Theater in Oakland on Saturday night. The Oakland show has been a particularly hot topic, as the Grateful Dead's Bob Weir stopped by and joined the band a during the acoustic segment of the highly praised super-group's set. JRAD, which is comprised of Joe Russo (drums), Marco Benevento (keys), Tom Hamilton (lead guitar), Dave Dreiwitz (bass), and Scott Metzger (rhythm guitar) are known for keeping an upbeat tempo and playing much of the Dead catalog perhaps just one step faster, before launching the jam into "outer space."
Seeing the band in the more recently introduced, stripped down, acoustic setting with Weir was more than a treat for those in attendance. Weir ultimately surfaced after the opening tune ("It Must Have Been The Roses"), and remained on stage for "A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall, "Black Throated Wind," "When I Paint My Masterpiece," and "Cassidy." Fortunately, front-row footage of the entire acoustic set has surfaced via TimeZonerTV. Watch in full and check out the complete setlist from the Oakland show below.
Set 1 (8:00PM – 10:13PM)
Jam ->
Good Lovin’ (SM) ->
Cumberland Blues (All) ->
Help On The Way (TH) @ ->
Slipknot! ->
Music Never Stopped (SM)
He’s Gone (TH) >
The Wheel # (All) >
Jackstraw $ (SM & TH)
Acoustic Set ^ (No Set Break)
Must Have Been The Roses % (TH)
Hard Rain Is Gonna Fall + (BW)
Black Throated Wind + (BW)
When I Paint My Masterpiece + (BW)
Cassidy + (BW) ->
Let It Grow Jam + ->
Cassidy + (BW)
Set 2 (10:33PM – 11:59PM)
King Solomon’s Marbles
Row Jimmy (TH)
Estimated Prophet (SM) ->
Uncle John’s Band (All)
Eyes Of The World && (TH) ->
Jam *->
Throwing Stones (SM) ->
Deal Jam & ->
Throwing Stones (SM) ->
Hey Bulldog Jam ^ ->
Throwing Stones (SM)
E: One More Saturday Night (SM)
@ – Proceeded by an emphatic “Shakedown Street” Tease
# – With an “Head Over Heels” (Tears for Fears) Tease (MB)
$ – During the jam before the final “We can share the women…” lyrics, the stage was transformed seamlessly for the acoustic set. MB’s piano was moved (while he was still playing it), a small kit for Joe rolled out on a riser, mics & stools were placed for SM, TH & BW.
^ – All songs with MB on Upright Piano & Vocals, TH & SM on Acoustic Guitars & Vocals, DD on Upright Bass & JR on 3 piece kit – Kick, Snare & Hi Hat – & Vocals.
% – Almost Dead only
+ – With Bob Weir on Acoustic Guitar & Vocals as indicated
&& – With a DD Bass Solo & an MB piano solo
* – Contained elements of Throwing Stones
& – First Time Played By Almost Dead
^ – Beatles cover, first Time Played By Almost Dead as an instrumental. (The full song was played on 2016.07.02.)
This was probably the longest show Almost Dead has played, at about 3:39.
:: Setlist via Joe Russo’s Almost Dead ::
"This One's For Trey" Benefit Scheduled For January 7th At Aisle 5 November 16, 2016 20:43
As the one year anniversary approaches of a tragic accident experienced by a dear friend, Trey Hemphill. Trey and his close friends have come together and planned an awesome night of music at Aisle 5 in Atlanta on Saturday, January 7th with The Morkestra and After Funk, drinks, raffles, and other fun stuff all in support of Trey! While we are having a benefit concert, donations through this site will support the majority of the fundraising effort.
“This One’s For Trey” is a benefit focused on helping Trey get back to doing all the things he loves including playing sports, getting outside, traveling, and of course, seeing live music. While totally capable of doing all of these things, special equipment like a sports wheelchair, a hand cycle, and an off road wheelchair are essential to allow Trey to maintain his active lifestyle. Each piece of equipment range from $2000-$5000. With “This One’s for Trey”, we hope to raise $15,000 dollars to help Trey get these special chairs and remind others that obstacles can be overcome with the power of positivity. As Trey would say, ‘the show must go on.’
Click Here: Purchase Your TIckets Today!
For those who aren't already familiar, Trey had a tragic accident while seeing his favorite band in Mexico in January of 2016. Requiring an emergency airlift from Mexico to Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital, Trey underwent two major spinal surgeries. While the surgeon was able to stabilize his spine, unfortunately the damage to his spinal cord was already done. The accident left Trey paralyzed from the chest down. Trey remained for a month in ICU and then airlifted back to Atlanta where he underwent rehab at Shepherd Center for five months. The road to recovery has not been an easy one, but with his positive attitude and the support of his fiancé, Cameron, his family, and friends, Trey has made huge strides towards recovery and independence. For those who know Trey, it is known that he has refused to let this injury slow him down. He is dedicated to continuing to live the best and fullest life possible in spite of his injury.
This year's event will be the first of many events in our future. Inspired by the tremendous support of friends and family, Trey's accident illuminated the opportunity to help others in similar situations. After 'This One's for Trey', we hope to finish structuring our own non-profit foundation to support others in similar situations . Subsequent events will be named for the participant, "This One's for _____" and donations will help the recipient regain their sense of hope and life back. If you can't attend this year's event, please donate to help Trey return to his active lifestyle, and we hope to see you at next year's benefit.
Watch After Funk's official music video for "Elephant Walk" here:
Funksgiving: Presented By Central Alabama Psychology - Friday 11/25 November 16, 2016 13:50
Photo by Taylor Wallace: iWally Photography
We couldn't be more pleased to announce our title sponsor for Funksgiving 2016: Central Alabama Psychology. As we have said many times before, we would not be able to continue hosting these annual events without the support of our local business sponsors. Dr. Kale Kirkland at Central Alabama Psychology provides various psychological services to our state, including forensic evaluations, diagnostic and psychoeducational assessments, disability evaluations for social security and veterans, and psychotherapy services.
We would also like to recognize our additional sponsors: The Starke Agency, Vintage Year, Zaxby's, Porch Band of Creek Indians, Neptune Technology, Guntharp Financial, Hans Heating & Air, Cathead Vodka, Sabel Steel, 95.1 The Fox, Embassy Suites, MST, SaZa, Chris' Hotdogs, Fly Aerial Studio, Capital City Club, Alabama Dumpster Services, Print Sound, and Alabama Steel. Each of these businesses has gone above and beyond to support our mission of bringing live music for a cause to the Montgomery area, and we wouldn't be here without them.
Funksgiving 2016 will feature The Werks (two sets), McLovins, & Dank. This year's event will take place at the Union Station Train Shed in Montgomery, AL on Friday, November 25th. We have been working on this event since early 2016, and we could not be more excited to see everything come to life next week. This will be a benefit for Family Promise of Montgomery and E.A.T. South. Both VIP and General Admission tickets are available by clicking here. Don't worry about dinner plans, as Chris' Hotdogs, SaZa Serious Italian, NYC Gyro, and Alabama Sweet Tea Comapany will be on-site all night. Make sure to come early, as we will offer a special kid's area (5:00 - 7:00 PM) this year which will include a bounce house, face painting, and a balloon artist. Kids ages 12 and under will be admitted for free. Additional vendors include Organic Hippie, Your Health Sprouted Flour, Hoops For Fitness, and Soul Light Stars.
Click Here: Purchase Funksgiving Tickets Today!
Family Promise of Montgomery is one of over 150 affiliates across 39 states. Family Promise of Montgomery unites the interfaith community and local resources to help homeless children and their families return to stability. Their interfaith network consists of 13 "host" congregations and 7 "support" congregations. These congregations serve homeless families within the places of worship and provide meals and a safe place to stay.
E.A.T. South is a non-profit organization based in Montgomery, Alabama that encourages healthy lifestyles through education & sustainable food production in urban areas throughout the Southeast. E.A.T. South envisions communities across the Southeast have access to fresh, healthy, affordable food and the knowledge about food preparation that supports a healthy lifestyle. E.A.T. South currently manages two urban farms - Montgomery's Downtown Farm and our Farm at Hampstead. Both teaching farms offer educational programs and provide fresh, naturally-grown fruits and vegetables to the greater community.
Watch the official promo video for Funksgiving 2016 here:
Funksgiving 2016 Announcement from Sune Media on Vimeo.
Watch the official after movie for Funksgiving 2015 here:
Funksgiving 2015 Recap from Sune Media on Vimeo.
The Werks Announce 8-Week Coast-To-Coast 2017 Tour November 16, 2016 12:54
Beloved Ohio jam rockers The Werks have responded to tragedy and transition by solidifying the strongest lineup in their decade of existence. They’re ready to launch 2017 with an 8-week coast-to-coast run in support of this effort, their fifth full studio release entitled “Magic”. Full dates listed below. Tickets go on sale 11/18 at TheWerksMusic.com.
It all kicks off with a 2-Night Event in early February in Columbus, OH, the “Winter Werk Out Music and Arts Festival”, which is a sister showcase to the band’s 8th Annual Werk Out Festival, returning next August to Legends Valley in Thornville. Count on two big nights with hometown heroes The Werks plus a host of national rock and electronic acts.
Tour then heads to major cities in the Northeast like New York, Boston, Philadelphia and Washington, DC, before a swing through the South, including favorite stops in Asheville, Atlanta & Charleston. After that, they’ll hit the Colorado ski resorts as well as Denver, where the band will host their first ever “Werk Out West Music & Arts festival” over 2 nights, featuring multiple shows with The Werks and many other acts.
They’ll continue West through the Rockies with visits to Utah, Montana, and the Treefort Festival in Boise, before landing on the Pacific Coast and two weeks of shows throughout Washington, Oregon, and California. The tour then concludes with the band’s debut visit to Phoenix.
Catch their sensational blend of rock and deep electronic funk beloved by fans across the musical spectrum, as The Werks visit a town near you with special guests like Cure for the Common, Moogatu, and many more to be announced soon.
Tickets go On Sale Friday November 18th at www.TheWerksMusic.com.
The Werks 2017 Tour Dates:
2/3/17 - Winter Werk Out Music & Arts Festival - Columbus, OH
2/4/17 - Winter Werk Out Music & Arts Festival - Columbus, OH
2/8/17 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY#
2/9/17 - Once Ballroom - Boston, MA
2/10/17 - The Foundry - Philadelphia, PA
2/11/17 - Gypsy Sally's - Washington, DC~
2/12/17 - The Broadberry - Richmond, VA
2/14/17 - Lincoln Theatre - Raleigh, NC
2/15/17 - Asheville Music Hall - Asheville, NC
2/16/17 - Terminal West - Atlanta, GA
2/17/17 - 1904 Music Hall - Jacksonville, FL
2/18/17 - Barrelhouse South - Savannah, GA
2/19/17 - Pour House - Charleston, SC
3/14/17 - Taos Mesa Brewing - Taos, NM
3/15/17 - Agave - Avon, CO*
3/16/17 - Barkley Ballroom - Frisco, CO*
3/17/17 - Werk Out West Music & Arts Festival - Denver, CO
3/18/17 - Werk Out West Music & Arts Festival - Denver, CO*
3/19/17 - Mesa Theater - Grand Junction, CO*
3/21/17 - OP Rockwell - Park City, UT*
3/23/17 - Knotty Pine - Victor, ID*
3/24/17 - Eagles Ballroom - Bozeman, MT*
3/25/17 - Top Hat - Missoula, MT*
3/28/17 - Big Dipper - Spokane, WA
3/29/17 - Nectar Lounge - Seattle, WA
3/30/17 - Wild Buffalo - Bellingham, WA
3/31/17 - Star Theater - Portland, OR
4/1/17 - Domino Room - Bend, OR
4/2/17 - HiFi Music Hall - Eugene, OR
4/4/17 - Humbrews - Arcata, CA
4/5/17 - Crystal Bay Club - Lake Tahoe, NV
4/6/17 - The Independent - San Francisco, CA
4/8/17 - Winstons - San Diego, CA
4/9/17 - Last Exit Live - Phoenix, AZ
* w/ Cure for the Common
# w/ Swift Technique
~ w/ Moogatu
Watch The Werks perform "Duck Farm" at AURA 2016 here:
SweetWater 420 Fest Adds Ween, Lettuce, + More To 2017 Lineup November 11, 2016 15:07
Photo by Keith Griner: Phierce Photography
Just last month, SweetWater 420 Festival made its initial lineup announcement featuring many of the jam scenes heaviest hitters. Earlier this morning, the festival announced the addition of Ween, Lettuce, Dirty Heads, Savoy its 2017 lineup. These bands join an already stacked bill which includes Trey Anastasio Band, Widespread Panic, Slightly Stoopid, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Dark Star Orchestra, Anders Osborne, and many more at Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta on April 21st - 23rd. The festival plans to add more artists to the lineup in the near future, so stay tuned for more updates!
Click Here: Sweetater 420 Fest Official Website / Ticket Info
Watch a recap from the 2016 SweetWater 420 Fest here:
Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival Announces Initial 2017 Lineup November 10, 2016 10:45
Okeechobee Music & Arts festival has announced its initial lineup for the second annual festival held at the Sunshine Grove in Okeechobee, FL. The festival is scheduled for March 2nd - March 5th (2017) and tickets can be purchased today by clicking here. Acts include Solange, who just performed on "Saturday Night Live," Bassnectar, Usher & The Roots, Kings of Leon, The Lumineers, Usher & The Roots, Flume, Wiz Khalifa, Pretty Lights, Rae Sremmurd, Young The Giant, Porter Robinson (Live), Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, as well as several our favorite bands like Perpetual Groove, The Revivalists, Moon Taxi, TAUK, and CBDB.
A limited quantity of both 3-day and 4-day Early Bird festival tickets as well as Early Bird VIP packages are on sale now at the Okeechobee Music Festival website. Early Bird 3 day GA price is $229, Early Bird 4 day GA price is $249, and Early Bird Eternal Sunshine VIP price is $599.
Gregg Allman Cancels All Scheduled Dates Through January November 9, 2016 10:17
As a result of continued health issues, Gregg Allman has announced that he is cancelling all scheduled performances through January of 2017. In a statement on his website Allman says:
“This is the hardest thing I’ve had to do in a long, long, time. I’ve been on the road for 45 years because I live to play music with my friends for my fans. As much as I hate it, it’s time for me to take some real time off to heal.
“Not making a show is a really hard decision for me because I want to play so bad, but it’s also hard on my partners and fans who make plans to be with me. I never want to put anybody in a bad spot. I’m so grateful for the people that I work with and for the fans that come to my shows and I want to be at my best for all of them. That means I’m going to have to wait until I’m feeling really good, not just good enough like I have been. Good enough isn’t working for us all.”
Watch Gregg Allman perform "Whipping Post" earlier this year at Wannee here:
Allman's Winery shows in New York originally slated for this month will now take place in July. His southern dates from late December into January will not take place but have not been rescheduled as yet. The complete information regarding a ticket exchange for the Cty Winery performances appears below:
Dear Gregg Allman Ticket Holders,
It is with great regret that we reach out to inform you of Gregg Allman’s postponement of his 2016 run at City Winery due to a recent vocal injury requiring additional rest.
The rescheduled dates are as follows: July 2, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 16, 17
With this rescheduling, you have a few options of what to do with your tickets:
1.Transfer your tickets for November x directly to x day, July x. If you have a standing room ticket, your standing room ticket will be honored on July x. If you have seated tickets, your exact seats will be secured for July x.
2.If you would prefer to upgrade or seek out different ticketing options for one of the other dates (July x,x,x…), we will be happy to issue you store credit for easy check out AND we will see that you are provided with EXCLUSIVE access to Gregg Allman tickets, three weeks in advance of the general public sale date (to be announced).
If the above options are not applicable, we will see that you are provided with a full refund of your tickets. Please note that refunded ticket holders will not be eligible for the above noted exclusive pre sale period.
Please let us know your preference of direct transfer, store credit or refund by Friday, November 18th so that we might best accommodate you. We will answer inquiries in the order they were received as quickly as possible and do our absolute best to accommodate requests.
Though Gregg will not be performing on Wednesday, November 9th or Thursday, November 10th, we invite you to join us for a free concert featuring the Gregg Allman Band. Doors will open at 6pm for the 8pm performance. We would love to have you join us regardless of what you decide to do with your tickets.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ask that you join us in wishing Gregg a speedy recovery. We’ll see you here for another show soon!
Win Tickets To See Willie Sugarcapps In Montgomery On Thursday Night November 8, 2016 13:55
Live & Listen is pleased to team up with our friends at Vintage Year to offer a free pair of all inclusive tickets to the 11th annual Montgomery County Bar Association Tailgate, featuring live music from Willie Sugarcapps at The Warehouse at Alley Station in downtown Montgomery, Alabama. All proceeds from this event will benefit Montgomery Volunteer Lawyers Program. Come enjoy an evening of music from Alabama's favorite supergroup Willie Sugarcapps, which features Will Kimbrough, Grayson Capps, Corky Hughes, and Anthony & Savana Lee Crawford of Sugarcane Jane. This event is presented by Beasley Allen.
Fairhope Brewing Company, Good People Brewing Company, and Grayton Beer Company will also be on hand pouring crisp & refreshing brews all night. And if beer isn't your thing, make sure to stop by and get an ice cold sweet tea from Alabama Sweet Tea Co. This ticket package includes free entry and complementary refreshments. Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here, and they will also be available at the door on Thursday night. To enter the ticket contest, simply share this post from our Facebook page and tag a friend in the comments. We will announce the winner at 11:00 AM CST on Thursday morning.
Watch Willie Sugarcapps' official music video for "Oh, Colorado" here:
STS9 Covers Pink Floyd, Delivers Classic Nashville Throwdown November 4, 2016 15:46
Photos by Brittan Allison: Live & Listen
STS9's red hot fall tour continued on Thursday night, as the five-piece jamtronic act rolled through Nashville's War Memorial Auditorium. Fresh off a highly praised performance last weekend at Suwannee Hulaween, expectations for a night of classic Sector 9 tunes were high throughout the Music City. The band came out firing early with a "Forest Hu" > "Really Wut" opener, which segued perfectly into the classic "Four Year Puma," one which is always received with high enthusiasm. Next up was the heavy hitting "F Word," which was followed by "MOD," "Surreality," and "EB." After a taking a moment to breathe, "Vibyl" would follow and provide for a nice, steady groove that rolled beautifully into a cover of Grandmaster Flash's "The Message," before moving back into "Vibyl." One of the band's latest singles, "Get Loud," would ultimately close out the first set with a bang.
The second set opened up with a heavy-hitting take on "You Don't Say," which moved segued into the vintage jam "Grow." Two more of the band's newer tunes would follow in "Walk To The Light" and "World Go Round," the latter of which seems to have developed into consistent, lengthy jam. Guitarist Hunter Brown then fired into the opening notes of "Hubble," the second track off of the band's 1998 debut release Interplanetary Escape Vehicle. Another brand new tune, "Out Of This World," would follow and segue into "1103," which ultimately led back into "Out Of This World." The decision to close out the second set with the always energetic "Frequencies 2" > "Frequencies 3" seemed like a perfect fit and was very well received by the rowdy Nashville crowd.
The story of this show was undoubtedly the surprise three-song encore. As the band busted into "Supercluster," another brand new track from The Universe Inside, it's highly unlikely that anyone in attendance was predicting what would follow. The band called on long-time collaborator and guest vocalist Maureen Murphy, along with the choir featuring Moiba Mustapha, Kendra Chantelle Campbell, and Emoni Wilkins for a double dose of Pink Floyd. Being the first time that STS9 has touched the Pink Floyd catalog, you can imagine the response from the crowd as it witnessed the band working through the classics "Brain Damage" and "Eclipse." This would cap off a evening in Nashville that won't be forgotten anytime soon and will only add steam to an already heavy fall tour for STS9.
Watch a live segment of the show via YouTube user Michael Wilker here:
Setlist - STS9 - War Memorial Auditorium - Nashville, TN - 11.03.15
Listen To Greensky Bluegrass' Matinee Halloween Set From Las Vegas November 4, 2016 12:33
The festivities surrounding Phish's four-night run in Las Vegas last weekend were abundant to say the least, with a multi-night Disco Biscuits run, a late night Twiddle show, and two shows from Greensky Bluegrass all going down at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas. Similar to the 2014 Halloween weekend, Greensky performed both a late night show on Sunday night (Monday morning), as well as a Monday afternoon matinee prior to Phish's three-set Halloween show. In the spirit of the "musical costume" that proceeded their show, Greensky decided to perform an entire set of tunes that Phish has covered at some point over the years. This set was highlighted by several of the classic Phish covers, such as "Boogie On Reggae Woman," "Paul and Silas," "Funky Bitch," "A Day In The Life," "Nellie Kane," "Rock and Roll," and "The Ballad Of Curtis Lowe," as well as the much more rare covers of "Time > Breathe," "Light Up Or Leave Me Alone," "We're An American Band," "Ride Captain Ride," and "Sweet Emotion." Fortunately, full length audio from this performance has surfaced below, and can be streamed below.
Watch Widespread Panic Cover Nirvana's "Lithium" In Broomfield November 2, 2016 11:12
Jam veterans Widespread Panic just wrapped up an unforgettable Halloween run in Colorado, and footage from special occasion is starting to surface. Halloween season is a time where bands must get as creative as possible, as they know that their counterparts will be doing the same at their respective shows. This run saw Panic perform a Black Sabbath tune during the encore at eight consecutive shows. They also included a tune by The Doors during all three nights of the Halloween run in Broomfield. While Sunday night's "Halloween" performance was full of highlights, the biggest surprise of the night may have come in the form of a cover of Nirvana's "Lithium," which ultimately closed the second set. Video footage from "Lithium" can be watched below courtesy of YouTube user MrTopdogger.
Watch Widespread Panic perform Nirvana's "Lithium" on 10.30.16 here:
| 10/30/16 1st Bank Center, Broomfield, CO |
| 1: Waitin' For The Bus > Jesus Just Left Chicago, Happy, Angels on High, Goodpeople, Heaven, Angels Don't Sing The Blues, Hallelujah, Tall Boy, Ain't Life Grand |
| 2: Slippin' Into Darkness*, Machine > Barstools and Dreamers, Vampire Blues, Henry Parsons Died, Beat On The Brat, I Wanna Be Sedated, Chilly Water > I Walk On Guilded Splinters > Bust It Big > Chilly Water, Lithium |
| E1: Soul Kitchen, Paranoid |
| E2: Postcard, End Of The Show |
| [Only 'Lithium'; Last 'Beat On The Brat' - 10/31/03, 882 shows; Last 'Paranoid' - 10/31/87, 2811 shows; Last 'Soul Kitchen' - 10/28/00, 1142 shows] |
Watch Phish Perform David Bowie's Entire 'Ziggy Stardust' Album In Vegas November 2, 2016 00:09
Photo by Rene Huemer
Monday night marked another highly historic milestone for veteran jam band Phish, as the band performed David Bowie's The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars in its entirety at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. This would be Phish's first true musical costume since 2010, when the band took on Little Feat's Waiting For Columbus at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey. This set would also feature a nine-piece backing band, which included Trey Anastasio Band's Jennifer Hartswick as one of three backup singers, as well as a six-piece string arrangement.
Trey Anastasio, Page McConnell, and Mike Gordon each took on his fair share of lead vocals, and drummer Jon Fishman even jumped in the mix for a verse on the opening track "Five Years." The tribute was one of serious nostalgia, as Gordon handled vocals on "Starman," McConnell took center stage for "Ziggy Stardust," and Anastasio revealed his true, inner frontman for "It Ain't Easy" and "Rock & Roll Suicide." We could go on and on about this set, but fortunately, video footage as surfaced via YouTube user Tom Rowles for your viewing pleasure.
Watch Phish perform David Bowie's entire "Ziggy Stardust" album in Las Vegas here:
According to Anastasio and McConnell, the decision to pay tribute to Bowie in 2016 was a challenging, yet easy decision:
Phish will take some much deserved time off over the next two months in preparation for another four night New Year's run at Madison Square Garden in New York City (December 28th - January 1st).
Listen To The String Cheese Incident's 80's-Themed Hulaween Set November 1, 2016 23:34
This past Saturday night, The String Cheese Incident delivered three stellar sets during day two at it's annual Suwannee Hulaween music festival at The Spirit Of The Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida. While the band delivered a stellar performance from start to finish, the second set was certainly the highlight; featuring a tribute to the 80's with special guests for a performance dubbed Stringier Things.After an appearance from Jennifer Hartswick during the first set, the Antibalas Horns, Rhonda Thomas, and Tony White joined the band for the special tribute.
The set was highlighted by a variety of 80's hits, including "Should I Stay Or Should I Go" (The Clash), "Let's Groove" (Earth, Wind, and Fire), "White Wedding" (Billy Idol), "Sweet Child O' Mine (Guns N Roses), and rousing take on The B52's "Love Shack." The "Medley" that would follow was accompanied by an amazing fireworks display and included portions of David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance,” Grandmaster Flash’s “White Lines,” Men Without Hats’ “Safety Dance,” Dexy’s Midnight Runner’s “Come On Eileen,” Frankie Goes To Hollywood’s “Relax,” Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” Rick Astley’s “Never Gonna Give You Up,” Human League’s “Don’t You Want Me” and Talking Heads' “Burning Down The House”.
Listen to String Cheese Incident's entire 10.29.16 Hulaween show here:
Setlist: String Cheese Incident - Hulaween - 10.29.16
Set One: Rhum ‘N Zouc > Restless Wind, I Wish*, Turn This Around, Joyful Sound, Can’t Wait Another Day
Set Two (w/ Antibalas Horns, Rhonda & Tony): Would I Lie To You?, Should I Stay Or Should I Go, Upside Down, She Blinded Me With Science, Let’s Groove, White Wedding, Sweet Child O’ Mine, Love Shack, Medley
Set Three: Colorado Bluebird Sky, Sweet Spot+, Sometimes A River, Believe, Way Back Home, Miss Brown’s Teahouse, Colliding
Encore: Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I’m Yours+
- * – w/ Jennifer Hartswick
- + – w/ Rhonda Thomas and Tony White
Acme Radio Will Broadcast Backup Planet's Nashville Show On Saturday October 26, 2016 11:31
The Jauntee Is Gearing Up For A Big Fall Tour October 21, 2016 10:41
10 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Miss The Blueberry Jam October 12, 2016 14:58
Photo by Michelle Carroll Stancil: The Southern Rambler
With this weekend's festival at Weeks Bay Plantation fast approaching, we felt that it would be appropriate to lay out just ten of the many reasons why you don't want to miss The Blueberry Jam. With everything from live music and camping to local vendors, live painting, this festival offers something for just about everyone. The Blueberry Jam is proud to be a family-friendly occasion, with kids ages 12 and under being admitted for free. Before we get into to much initial information, sit back and check out these ten reasons why you don't want to miss out on The Blueberry Jam at Weeks Bay Plantation this weekend!
Special thanks to our sponsors who have made this event possible: Gulf Coast Organics, LuLu's, 92Zew, Red Hare Brewing, Bryant Bank, Chris Myers Automotive, Colonial Life, Flowerwood Nursery, Print Sound, and Optera Creative.
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- A Benefit For American Cancer Society & Team River Runner -
The Blueberry Jam is extremely grateful and pleased to partner with two amazing, non-profit organizations for this event: American Cancer Society and Team River Runner. A percentage of all ticket sales will be donated to these two life-changing organizations. The American Cancer Society is a nationwide
Team River Runner believes that every wounded and disabled veteran deserves the opportunity to embrace new challenges, invoke leadership, and promote camaraderie. Team River Runner provides an outlet to fulfill these beliefs – inviting wounded and disabled war veterans and their families to participate in adaptive paddling programs. Founded in 2004 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, TRR now offer weekly paddling sessions in 45 locations across the nation. Team River Runner is more than an adaptive sports program. It’s a program that provides hope and healing to those who have risked so much, yet asked for so little. It’s an opportunity to enjoy nature and realize its social, physical, and emotional benefits, whether it’s tackling whitewater rapids or paddling on peaceful flat-water. It’s an environment that facilitates connection, allowing veterans to reunite with their families and forge relationships with those who have endured similar pain. Our veterans are on the river to recovery.
-Two Days Of Music On A 90-Acre Organic Farm-
Weeks Bay Plantation is a 90-acre organic blueberry farm located on Mary Ann Beach Road in Fairhope, Alabama. Family and locally owned, the plantation was established to display the bounty and wonderful attributes that Baldwin County has to offer. With 15 varieties of 100 percent organic, antioxidant-rich berries to choose from, the acres of sweet blue fruit are reason enough to take a drive down. While the berries aren't currently in season, this is an opportunity to take in the beautiful setting of an all organic farm while enjoying a variety of both nationally-touring and locally established bands.
- The New Waterfront Stage At Weeks Bay Plantation -
This brand new waterfront stage was recently built up out of the lake in the natural amphitheatre at Weeks Bay Plantation. This location will allow for a dramatic increase in space and room to dance along the flatter area of the amphitheatre. Sustainability has been upheld with the stage by using all refurbished materials for the clamshell-style canopy. The new stage features a size of 32 feet wide, 24 feet deep, and 19 feet high. The location will allow for a beautiful view of the lake, as well as the opposing tree line, which will be lined with tents. Make sure to keep an eye out for the light projections across the trees as the sun goes down.
- Local / Regional Vendors On Site -
The Blueberry Jam will have a wide variety of local food, beverage, and retail vendors on site, including: Weeks Bay Foundation, Southern Soul, Tin Top, Warehouse, Bean & Bistro, Kittrell's Daydream, The Brewer's Alley, The Polish Boutique, Moon Pie Mama, and Hoops For Fitness. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for patrons ages 21 and older courtesy of B&B Bartending.
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- Family Friendly: Kids 12 & Under Admitted For Free -
The Blueberry Jam is proud to be a family-friendly event. Kids ages 12 and under will be admitted for free all weekend. On Saturday, there will be a designated kids area with complimentary face painting and an inflatable bounce house. Kids can also enjoy a variety of local snacks/refreshments from our various vendors. Here's a perfect opportunity to bring out the entire family and allow the kids to get an early start on their love for music and arts!
- The Heavy Pets Present Walrus: A Tribute To The Beatles -
This year's headlining set will come in the form of special tribute on Saturday night, with The Heavy Pets Present Walrus: A Tribute To The Beatles. Due to the overwhelming initial response The Heavy Pets have decided to take their extraordinary Beatles tribute on the road for select dates this Spring. Done in their distinct Heavy style, this tribute features blistering jams and unique takes on some of the greatest rock songs ever written. The powerhouse jams and gorgeous harmonies that The Heavy Pets have become known for find a happy home in this incredible catalog.
The Heavy Pets are an American rock band that blends rhythm & blues, jazz, funk, disco and reggae with rock & roll. Called “a living, breathing force of nature” by Relix Magazine, the Pets are known for their soulful songcraft and powerhouse live performances. Continuing the momentum of their current EP series, The Heavy Pets recorded and released Rags and Aces in the first half of 2014 amidst their rigorous tour schedule.
- Zach Deputy's One-Of-A-Kind Dance Party -
Friday night's headlining set will come none other than Zach Deputy, a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter based in Savannah, GA who is best known for his live looping shows. He describes his style as "island-infused drum n' bass gospel ninja soul. When he plays live, he will loop and layer chord progressions, bass, beat boxing, drum sounds, vocals, and guitar. He performs with four microphones: a vocal synthesizer for choir sounds; one for high-hat, snare, and back-beat; one for main vocals, and one for vocal bass or bass drum. His looping shows are known for their variety. "There are so many different ways it can happen. I can loop my guitar first, go into drums or loop a vocal riff first or straight into beat boxing and loop it or just go acoustic. It's very free formed. Every show can be extremely different from another. I try to have little consistency when it comes to my show. I never want to get bored with myself." His fans will seek out live recordings of particular shows because each is so unique.
Deputy spends most of the year touring and at one time averaged 300 shows a year. His performances are mostly one-man-band looping shows, but also include Zach Deputy Band shows and acoustic storyteller shows. He has played many large festivals such as Jam Cruise, Mountain Jam, High Sierra Music Festival, Gathering of the Vibes, and All Good Music Festival.
- Bands On The Rise: McLovins, CBDB, and Little Raine Band -
Many will remember the two-night stand from McLovins in November of 2015, which featured an acoustic set, a tribute to The Band, as well as a 90-minute set of danceable original tunes. McLovins return for another two night stand this year (7:30 Friday / 7:00 PM Saturday), both sets being the second-to-last of the evening.
Taking a page from their jam band forefathers, McLovins always try to keep their audiences guessing at what’s to come. Their eclectic setlists and individual musical personas define the band’s live shows. Hailing from Hartford, Connecticut, McLovins have appeared at Gathering of The Vibes, Mountain Jam, The Peach Festival and the legendary Nateva Music Festival, as well as many acclaimed venues across the country. They have also performed with some of the most influential artists on the scene, including Buddy Guy, Robert Randolph, George Porter, Jr. and Oteil Burbridge.
CBDB is a progressiv
Little Raine Band, based in Birmingham, AL, has an ever-evolving sound and fan base reaching all over the Southeast. These four musicians strive to master the art of improv and creating a singular live show. LRB crafts their sound from their unique musical backgrounds and influences. Elements of prog rock, fusion, electronica, soul, and energetic improv can be heard at a Little Raine Band show.
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- Beloved Local Bands -
In addition to several nationally touring acts, The Blueberry Jam is anchored by three of the Mobile/Fairhope areas most exciting and stablished local acts: Infant Richard & The Delta Stones, Paw Paw's Medicine Cabinet, and Lee Yankie & The Hellz Yeah. IRDS will kick off the festival on Friday night at 6:00 PM CST, while Lee Yankie (12:00 PM) and PPMC (1:30 PM) will be the first two performers on Saturday afternoon.
- Local Live Painters -
Several of the area's most talented artists will be on site this weekend, so keep an eye out for the live painters across the concert grounds. Watching a painting develop stroke by stroke through the power of live music is nothing short of magical, and we strive to continue building the art scene at The Blueberry Jam each year. We can't say thank you enough to our art director, Angela Krause Harley, for helping us bring this element to the 2016 Blueberry Jam!
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The Blueberry Jam at Weeks Bay Plantation Releases Weekend Schedule October 4, 2016 15:47
Photo by Michelle Carroll Stancil
The second annual Blueberry Jam at Weeks Bay Plantation is scheduled for next weekend (Friday 10/14 - Saturday 10/15) in Fairhope, Alabama. This one-of-a-kind, family-frienly music and arts festival is held on a beautiful 90-acre organic blueberry farm, with live music coming from the brand new waterfront amphitheatre stage. For those looking to camp for the weekend, gates will open at 3:00 PM on Friday, October 14th. Camping spots will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. Tickets may be purchased online by clicking here, as well as at the box office at Weeks Bay Plantation. A percentage of all ticket sales will be donated to American Cancer Society and Team River Runner.
For those wishing to keep an eye on the world of college football, there will be a tent and TV set up on site at Weeks Bay Plantation. Activities such as face painting and inflatables will be available to children, who will be admitted free of charge (ages 12 and under). A wide variety of local food vendors will be on site, as well as a centrally located bar for patrons ages 21 and up. Music is scheduled to end by approximately 11:00 PM CST on both Friday and Saturday night. We would like to thank our gracious sponsors who make this event possible: Gulf Coast Organic, LuLu's, Bryant Bank, 92 Zew, Colonial Life, Optera Creative, Flowerwood Nursery, American Cancer Society, Team River Runner, Red Hare Brewing Company, Print Sound, and Chris Myers Automotive. See below for the official music schedule for both Friday and Saturday.
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Official Schedule for The Blueberry Jam at Weeks Bay Plantation:
Friday:
Infant Richard & The Delta Stones - 6:00 PM
McLovins - 7:30 PM
Zach Deputy - 9:30 PM
Saturday:
Lee Yankie & The Hellz Yeah - 12:00 PM
Paw Paw's Medicine Cabinet - 1:30 PM
Little Raine Band - 3:00 PM
CBDB - 5:00 PM
McLovins - 7:00 PM
The Heavy Pets Present Walrus: A Tribute to The Beatles - 9:00 PM
Phish Will Play The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon On October 10th October 4, 2016 10:19
In preparation for the band's fall tour, which kicks off on October 14th in Charleston, Phish will appear on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon on Monday, October 10th. This TV appearance comes in support of the release of the band's 13th studio album, Big Boat. Phish's last network TV appearance also came on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon back on July 14th, 2014 in support of the release of Fuego. While many downloads have leaked, and the band offered a free stream via NPR Radio, Big Boat is scheduled for its official release this Friday, October 7th. Taraji P. Henson of Empire and David Harbour of Stranger Things will be Jimmy’s guests on the 10th along with Phish. Additionally, Austin guitarist Doyle Bramhall II is expected to sit-in with The Roots.
Oct. 15: North Charleston Coliseum - North Charleston, SC
Oct. 16: Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville, FL
Oct. 18: Ascend Amphitheater - Nashville, TN
Oct. 19: Ascend Amphitheater - Nashville, TN
Oct. 21: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park - Alpharetta, GA
Oct. 22: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park - Alpharetta, GA
Oct. 24: Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie, Grand Prairie - TX
Oct. 25: Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie, Grand Prairie - TX
Oct. 28: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas - NV
Oct. 29: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas - NV
Oct. 30: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas - NV
Oct. 31: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas - NV
Turkuaz Announces 'The Ball Drop' New Year's Eve October 4, 2016 09:52
On the heels of beginning an extensive nationwide Fall Tour with The New Mastersounds, Turkuaz is pleased to announce The Ball Drop, their annual New Years event. The two night event is being brought to Fete Ballroom in Providence on December 30 and 31. Joining the festivities as support will be Moon Hooch on December 30, and Kung Fu and West End Blend on December 31.
Between standout performances at Lock’n Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, Peach Music Festival, and Mountain Jam, and graduating into theater on the regular touring circuit, 2016 has been a landmark year for the 9-piece funk powerhouse.
Turkuaz is a 9-piece “Powerfunk” outfit from Brooklyn, NY, whose modern take on the classic funk sound has steadily ascended them into a mainstay staple for music lovers of all walks of life and all ages. Blending elements of Pop, R&B, and Soul with their distinct aggressive funk core, Turkuaz sounds like the musical love child of Sly & the Family Stone and Talking Heads.
The group’s constant coast-to-coast touring since 2012 has earned them a passionate and dedicated national fan base that’s consistently growing. A dance band at their roots, Turkuaz’s live shows are high-energy, floor-shaking, visually appealing events filled with colorful clothing and choreographed dance moves that always leave attendees wanting more.
Watch Turkuaz perform "Chatte Lunatique" at Mountain Jam 2016 here:
The Ball Drop
Featuring Two Nights of Turkuaz
w/ special guests
Moon Hooch - 12/30
Kung Fu & West End Blend - 12/31
Turkuaz is:
Dave Brandwein -- Lead & Backing Vocals/Guitar
Taylor Shell -- Bass
Craig Brodhead -- Guitar/Keys
Michelangelo Carubba -- Drums
Josh Schwartz -- Baritone Sax/Lead & Backing Vocals
Greg Sanderson -- Tenor Sax
Chris Brouwers -- Trumpet/Keys
Sammi Garett -- Lead & Backing Vocals/Percussion
Shira Elias -- Lead & Backing Vocals
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Lettuce Funkifies Birmingham's WorkPlay Theatre September 30, 2016 18:42
Photos by Craig Baird Photography
Thursday night brought about a heavy night of funk at Birmingham's WorkPlay Theatre, as Lettuce brought it's "Sounds Like Party" tour to the Iron City. After an hour long opening set from Michael Menert, the stage was set and the vibe was just right for action packed funk party. This band's ability to come in and take over a room is nothing short of remarkable. No matter how many times you get out to a Lettuce show, you can never be quite prepared for the dance party ahead of you. Last night's cover of War's "Slippin' Into Darkness" just about set the room on fire, and flawless takes on Lettuce favorites such as "The Force," "Phyllis," "Does Your Mama Know," and "Sounds Like a Party" were more than enough to set this show over the top. You would be hard pressed to find a better room for this type of party than WorkPlay Theatre. This was certainly one that everyone in attendance will remember for quite some time, and the hype surrounding Lettuce's eventual return to Birmingham will be very real. See below for a collection of photos courtesy of Craig Baird, as well as a complete setlist and video footage from "Slippin Into Darkness." Lettuce continues it's tour this weekend at the inaugural Bear Creek Bayou Music & Arts Festival in New Orleans.
Setlist: Lettuce at WorkPlay Theatre - Birmingham, AL - 09.29.16
Intro, Blaze, Flu, The Force> Harmonic Jam > Slippin' Into Darkness, Remember the Children, Phyllis, By Any SMZ, Lett Bobby, Does Your Mama Know, Sounds Like a Party
Encore: Squa Live
Watch Lettuce cover War's "Slippin' Into Darkness" here:
