Dave Rawlings Tours Independent Record Stores Through December
While few musicians would downplay the importance of the independent record store, even fewer hold it in such reverence as Dave Rawlings. The singer-songwriter/producer/collaborator, who just released his new album of superb Americana gems, A Friend of A Friend will visit several indie shops on a November/December tour.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe Avett Brothers, Andrew Bird and Gillian Welch Amongst Performers Set for 10th Annual FUV Feastival
New York’s 10th Annual FUV Feastival is giving plenty to be grateful for this Thanksgiving. On Nov. 26-27, the event will consist of some of 2009’s best live acts into just two days, like Gillian Welch, The Avett Brothers, Andrew Bird, Ben Harper and the Relentless7 and Pete Yorn, amongst others. The performances being aired on New York radio station WFUV range from those recorded in the station’s very own Studio A as well as George Wein’s Folk Festival 50 at Newport.... read more
Found in: Concerts, NewsThe 20 Best Live Acts of the Decade (2000-2009)
On any given night, on any city in America, there's a band or a singer/songwriter transcending the usual concert experience... read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayCatching Up With... David Rawlings
Although the records are released under Gillian Welch’s name, she and David Rawlings are essentially... read more
Found in: Music, FeaturesBest Voices In Indie Rock
Photo by Jeremy Cowart.Brandi Carlile inspired this list. I’ve been listening to her fantastic new record nonstop lately—mainly because I’m addicted to her voice. But some folks prefer a calmer and steadier voice like Mark Kozelek’s, and others are partial to Neko Case’s clear-as-a-bell-ness or Chan Marshall’s sultriness. Here are my picks for the best voices in indie rock. Who did I miss? Enjoy the playlist below, and stay tuned for next week’s list of the Best Worst Voices. ... read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayBig Surprise Tour Ft. Gillian Welch, The Felice Brothers, Old Crow Medicine Show and Justin Townes Earle - Knoxville, TN - World's Fair Park - 8/14/09
Photos taken by Sarah Shute at World's Fair Park... read more
Found in: Blogs, 1000 WordsGeorge Wein's Folk Festival 50 Photos: Pete Seeger, Avett Brothers, Gillian Welch, Josh Ritter, Mavis Staples and More
[Above: The Avett Brothers]Photos taken by Stephanie F. Black (unless otherwise noted) at George Wein's Folk Festival 50... read more
Found in: Blogs, 1000 WordsBest Music of 2009 (So Far): Kate Kiefer, Associate Editor
To celebrate the half-way point of 2009, this week Paste staffers are counting down their favorite albums and songs of the year (so far). Check out all of our lists here, and share your own favorites in the comments. You might notice that Passion Pit’s Manners isn’t on my list, and that’s because I don’t like Passion Pit very much. (Apparently I’m in the minority.) I didn’t include Wild Light’s “California On My Mind” either, but that’s only because Josh plays it so many times a day that I feel like it’s his own personal song. As for the music I did include…if... read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayGillian Welch, Felice Brothers, Justin Townes Earle, Old Crow Medicine Show Gear Up for Revue-Style Tour
What do you get when you combine a tour with the hot, sticky month of August, a chunk of dates in the Southeast, and a chunk of those dates at outdoor venues? A pretty miserable-sounding equation, until you factor in the foot-stomping, string-picking lineup that graces the roster of the Big Surprise Tour.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsIron & Wine, Gillian Welch Headline No Depression Fest
In case you somehow haven't heard by now, Summer festival season is upon us. While most of the... read more
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