Jimmy Fallon to Host Week of Pink Floyd Tributes
Yesterday Billboard announced that next week, comedian and music enthusiast Jimmy Fallon will pay special tribute to the most iconic art-rock group of all time: Pink Floyd. And he isn't just dedicating one Late Night with Jimmy Fallon show to the band — he's setting aside the entire week. read more
Found in: Industry, NewsDierks Bentley: Up On The Ridge
Yee-Haw By Jeff Leven Put away your cynicism about rolodex records—rarely do albums this star-studded sound quite so organic. Up on the Ridge comprises ambitious covers executed with modesty and respect, magnanimous co-writes and a loving attention to sonic detail; a true celebration of the state of modern country. A smoldering cover of Dylan’s “Señor (Tales of Yankee Power)” features gorgeous fiddle and mandolin interplay, while the wistful “Draw Me A Map” ranks among Bentley’s most poignant ballads, with its aching lead vocal performance; a chart-topper like this guy integrating as deep and disparate a group of performers as Kris... read more
Found in: Music, ReviewsChris Thile Talks New Punch Brothers Album, Working With Jon Brion
Like most any other close-knit group of young dudes, mandolin virtuoso Chris Thile and his bandmates in the Punch Brothers call each other by nicknames... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMerleFest 2010 Photos Ft. Avett Brothers, Doc Watson, Elvis Costello, Many More
Photos by Ashley Melzer... read more
Found in: Blogs, 1000 WordsDownload Dierks Bentley's "Beautiful World"
Download Dierks Bentley's "Beautiful World" here.Bentley's Feel That Fire is out now.... read more
Found in: Blogs, Free MP3Dierks Bentley: Feel That Fire
Dierks Bentley wants to be everything to every... read more
Found in: Music, ReviewsDierks Bentley to release concert DVD
Following in the footsteps of Neil Young, Hanson and the late great Jimi Hendrix, Grammy-nominated country star Dierks Bentley will release a concert DVD of his performance at Nashville’s renowned Fillmore East. Directed by London filmmaker Russell Thomas, Live and Loud at the Fillmore is slated for a March 20 release on Capitol Nashville Records. The film features Bentley and his band performing old favorites as well as a host of hits from his most recent album, Long Trip Alone, which topped Billboard’s country albums chart this past October and has already been certified Gold by the RIAA. Related links:... read more
Found in: Music, NewsDierks Bentley -- Long Trip Alone
Talented songwriter reminds us of the danger of glossing over mainstream country. read more
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