Rodrigo Y Gabriela

New Releases:

SOJA - Strength To Survive CD - Highly-anticipated 2012 release produced by John Alagia (Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, O.A.R). SOJA is an international touring machine having rocked theaters in more than 15 countries around the world. In the past year and a half alone, they've played more than 360 dates, on large headline dates in addition to tours opening for acts like O.A.R,, Dave Matthews Band and Matisyahu.

Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad- Country CD - With this release, the quintet has charted new territory and put together a lyrically-driven roots Americana album. Combining acoustic instrumentation including slide guitar, banjo, harmonica, upright piano, percussion, and bass, the album showcases songs as they were first created: on the road, riding in the van, and jamming backstage. The production of Country taps into that spontaneous rhythm, allowing the music to wash over listeners like a conversation between old friends.

Coming Soon:

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moe. - What Happened to the La Las - After twenty years together and nine studio albums, one might think moe. had pretty much done it all. Yet the famously independent-minded jam band is reaching for new ground on its latest project, What Happened To The LA LAs.

To begin with, moe. has signed with Sugar Hill Records, the band's first label sojourn in nearly a decade. The group also chose to work with an outside producer for the first time since 1998's Tin Cans & Car Tires, with John Travis (Kid Rock, Social Distortion, No Doubt) getting the call.

What Happened To The LA LAs features 10 tracks of compact melodies, each textured by moe.'s signature rock riffs and flourishes, and backed by a roller coaster ride of pulsing drums. It's that pure moe. sound which the band's ardent fans -- affectionately dubbed moe.rons -- have come to love over the band's decades of industrious touring.

Rodrigo y Gabriela and C.U.B.A. - Area 52 CD+DVD - Area 52 contains nine of Rod and Gab's favorite songs from their own catalogue re-arranged and re-configured for a 13-piece Cuban orchestra comprised of some of Havana's finest young players, collectively known as C.U.B.A. This two-disc set includes a 30-minute 'making-of' documentary on DVD.

With career sales in excess of 1.2 million albums, blockbuster movie scores, sell out world tours that span London to Los Angeles, Paris to Tokyo and Dublin to Sydney, and not forgetting the love and respect of fellow musicians like Metallica, Rage Against The Machine, Al Di Meola and L Shankar, Rodrigo y Gabriela have worked hard to reach Area 52.

Graham Whorley - Permission to Think CD - Graham Whorley is poised to make an indelible mark on the national scene and expand his Lowcountry roots with this new 14-track album. Permission to Think challenges us to consider ways that break down walls, perceptions, and illusions that stop us from reaching our true potential. Throughout, Whorley speaks from experience and carries us along for an unforgettable musical ride ranging from the soul searching title track, "Permission to Think" to the experimental and lively, "UFO." Whorley spent the last two years crafting the album in Virginia with longtime friend and engineer, Roger Reynolds on the mixing board, who recently joined Whorley to set up shop in Charleston. Graham took on the daunting prospect of composing all of the music, writing all the lyrics and playing all of the instruments on this new project. The result of Whorley's hard work is a fresh, enticing notion of universal themes and timeless songs that beg to be heard again and again.

Upcoming Events:

March 22-25 - Suwannee Springfest - Live Oak, FL

Video of the Week:

SOJA - Let You Go lyrics video

Thanks for reading! Treat yourself to some good music this week.
Lee Crumpton

New Releases:

moe. - What Happened to the La Las - After twenty years together and nine studio albums, one might think moe. had pretty much done it all. Yet the famously independent-minded jam band is reaching for new ground on its latest project, What Happened To The LA LAs.

To begin with, moe. has signed with Sugar Hill Records, the band's first label sojourn in nearly a decade. The group also chose to work with an outside producer for the first time since 1998's Tin Cans & Car Tires, with John Travis (Kid Rock, Social Distortion, No Doubt) getting the call.

What Happened To The LA LAs features 10 tracks of compact melodies, each textured by moe.'s signature rock riffs and flourishes, and backed by a roller coaster ride of pulsing drums. It's that pure moe. sound which the band's ardent fans -- affectionately dubbed moe.rons -- have come to love over the band's decades of industrious touring.

Rodrigo y Gabriela and C.U.B.A. - Area 52 CD+DVD - Area 52 contains nine of Rod and Gab's favorite songs from their own catalogue re-arranged and re-configured for a 13-piece Cuban orchestra comprised of some of Havana's finest young players, collectively known as C.U.B.A. This two-disc set includes a 30-minute 'making-of' documentary on DVD.

With career sales in excess of 1.2 million albums, blockbuster movie scores, sell out world tours that span London to Los Angeles, Paris to Tokyo and Dublin to Sydney, and not forgetting the love and respect of fellow musicians like Metallica, Rage Against The Machine, Al Di Meola and L Shankar, Rodrigo y Gabriela have worked hard to reach Area 52.

Graham Whorley - Permission to Think CD - Graham Whorley is poised to make an indelible mark on the national scene and expand his Lowcountry roots with this new 14-track album. Permission to Think challenges us to consider ways that break down walls, perceptions, and illusions that stop us from reaching our true potential. Throughout, Whorley speaks from experience and carries us along for an unforgettable musical ride ranging from the soul searching title track, "Permission to Think" to the experimental and lively, "UFO." Whorley spent the last two years crafting the album in Virginia with longtime friend and engineer, Roger Reynolds on the mixing board, who recently joined Whorley to set up shop in Charleston. Graham took on the daunting prospect of composing all of the music, writing all the lyrics and playing all of the instruments on this new project. The result of Whorley's hard work is a fresh, enticing notion of universal themes and timeless songs that beg to be heard again and again.

Coming Soon:

SOJA - Strength To Survive CD - Highly-anticipated 2012 release produced by John Alagia (Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, O.A.R). SOJA is an international touring machine having rocked theaters in more than 15 countries around the world. In the past year and a half alone, they've played more than 360 dates, on large headline dates in addition to tours opening for acts like O.A.R,, Dave Matthews Band and Matisyahu.

Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad- Country CD - With this release, the quintet has charted new territory and put together a lyrically-driven roots Americana album. Combining acoustic instrumentation including slide guitar, banjo, harmonica, upright piano, percussion, and bass, the album showcases songs as they were first created: on the road, riding in the van, and jamming backstage. The production of Country taps into that spontaneous rhythm, allowing the music to wash over listeners like a conversation between old friends.

Last Week:

The Ragbirds - Travellin' Machine CD - After a highly successful 2011 The Ragbirds are kicking off a new year with the release of their 4th studio effort. In this exciting mew album the band has seamlessly blended a wide palette of musical genres into a fresh and cohesive 10-track package that is full of life and energy. It's rare to stumble upon a band that brings as much joy and creative flare to their music as the Ragbirds. Led by the energetic front woman, Erin Zindle, the band tastefully unites multi-cultural rhythms with a roots rock flavor that is as captivating and flirty, as it is smart. A bright and diverse addition to any music collection, the album provides charming, danceable songs that can be enjoyed by listeners of all ages.

Ten Toes Up - Sleeping Lion CD - For the third studio album, Ten Toes Up enlisted the help of South Carolina's Danielle Howle to occupy the producer's chair. Sleeping Lion puts forth an edgier sound than the previous efforts, but the groove stays present, and the influences remain diverse. Lyrics, and arrangements, are more polished here, which was illustrated by the amount of airplay that was generated by singles "Carolina Mess," "Set Me on Fire," and "This Fortune is Easy." WYAV 104.1 DJ, Scott Mann, says "Sleeping Lion is exactly what a great rock album should be. It's diverse, it sounds great loud, and the songs are played with skill!" The Surge Magazine's Paul Grimshaw says " The band embodies the Carolina sound- a mix of Black Crowes, Widespread Panic, and Allman Brothers Band- but, ultimately, all Ten Toes Up!"

Greensky Bluegass - Handguns CD - Greensky Bluegrass' 4th studio release, recorded in Jan. 2011, at Glenn Brown Productions in Lansing, MI. Using vintage analog gear, this record was captured on the same mixing console that produced, "Free Bird", and dozens of other mega-hits in Muscle Shoals, AL.

The Green - Ways & Means CD - Ways & Means is the amazing follow-up to the Green's award-winning debut album. Produced by the band itself, it features 14 songs demonstrating the full-range of this talented band's skills. From dancehall ("Decisions") to lovers rock ("She Was The Best") to classic roots ("Keep On") to unclassifiable genre-busting styles ("Good Vibration"), this album covers a lot of musical ground and is destined to be in the conversation for Reggae Album of the Year.

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New Releases:

Rodrigo y Gabriela - Live in France CD - Rodrigo y Gabriela are riding high on the global success of their Hans Zimmer collaboration on Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides; which has recently just enjoyed the biggest global opening weekend in the history of the movies.

Summer's here and the time is right for Rod & Gab's first love: wowing crowds in the big fields across Europe & North America. To coincide with their tour dates, ATO Records is set to release Live In France, recorded at various venues around the Fifth Republic on the 11:11 world tour.

It's a very different live document to 2008's Live In Japan, which marked the end of Rod & Gab's seated performances. Their live shows are constantly evolving and the 11:11 tour mixed deft acoustic dexterity with an electrifying shred-fest of white hot duelling guitars. No chairs then, but plenty of FX pedal hopping and feet on the monitors rocking. The album captures this fusion framed by rapturous receptions from their fanatical legion of French followers.

Abstract Logix Live: The New Universe Music Festival 2010 (2 CDs) - On November 20 and 21, 2010, maverick record label Abstract Logix hosted a series of spectacular performances, featuring an array of artists who handily defy genre categorization in favor of unbridled expression. The first New Universe Festival was a die-hard music lover's dream, defined by artists who seamlessly mingle compositional ingenuity and improvisational grace and fervor. This coming September, Abstract Logix will also release a 2 DVD set, featuring a generous selection of festival performances and bonus material (additional performances, interviews, and more), filmed in high-definition throughout the event.

Among the featured musicians were pioneering guitarist John McLaughlin and his current band the 4th Dimension with special guest, world music legend tabla maestro Zakir Hussain; Widespread Panic guitar hero Jimmy Herring with his electric band; Return to Forever Drummer Lenny White; the all-star quartet Human Element (keyboardist Scott Kinsey, bassist Matt Garrison, percussionist Arto Tuncboyaciyan; fearless guitarist and improviser Wayne Krantz appearing with the amazing Anthony Jackson on bass; visionary Indian composer and drummer Ranjit Barot; and emerging guitar visionary Alex Machacek.

''I feel honored to participate,'' says festival headliner John McLaughlin, while on tour promoting his Grammy-nominated album To the One. ''My life has been dedicated to my instrument and music, and I continue to devote myself to music in order to be worthy of such a privilege. You will hear the kind of complicity that exists between us all this is a very special element, and frankly essential for making good music.''

Jimmy Herring very succinctly put it, ''This is real music played by real people, happening in real time. We're up there listening and reacting to one another, and people genuinely respond to the risks we take. This is human music in a mechanized age.'

John Butler Trio - Live at Red Rocks (2 CD/DVD) - On June 4, 2010, the internationally acclaimed John Butler Trio played the largest headlining concert of its career at the majestic Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, CO, joined by Native American dancers and an electrified crowd. The concert instantly became a career benchmark and will receive a gorgeous 3-disc live DVD/CD box set release as 'The John Butler Trio: Live At Red Rocks' on ATO Records July 19.

The 3-disc box set package features two audio CDs with live versions of songs from Butler's three studio albums and one 140-minute full-length DVD that includes the entire, uninterrupted concert, behind the scenes footage and the official video for 'Revolution,' the epic opening track from Butler's 'April Rising' (2010.)

'Live at Red Rocks' highlights Butler's prodigious guitar skills, powerful songwriting and the transcendental live performance he delivers with Byron Luiters (bass) and Nicky Bomba (drums.) It showcases the innovative, rhythmically complex, diverse and playful sound that has garnered the JBT a devoted fan base worldwide.

Rev Payton's Big Damn Band - Payton on Patton CD - A lot of folks will tell you that Robert Johnson was the King of the Delta Blues. But for god's sake don't say it in front of Reverend Peyton.

The guitar-wielding leader of The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band has no problem praising Johnson and his incredible body of work. "But there's only one King of the Delta Blues, and his name was Charley Patton," Peyton said. "I'll go toe-to-toe with anyone who says different." This summer Peyton and his band will release a powerful tribute to their hero in the form of Peyton on Patton. The 13-track CD will exclusively feature songs written and recorded by Patton during his brief recording career, which came to an end upon his premature death in 1934. Peyton on Patton will be released July 19 by SideOneDummy Records.

During his lifetime and for nearly a quarter of a century afterward, Charley Patton was regarded almost universally as the preeminent Delta bluesman. He spent his formative years at Dockery Plantation near Ruleville, Mississippi, where he influenced future blues and gospel stars including the aforementioned Robert Johnson, as well as Son House, Willie Brown, Pops Staples, John Lee Hooker and Howlin' Wolf. His flamboyant performance style was widely emulated and his songs frequently covered. During a five-year period, Patton recorded nearly 60 songs for Paramount Records.

The new CD Peyton on Patton features a number of Patton's best-loved blues songs including "A Spoonful Blues," "Mississippi Boweavil Blues" and "Tom Rushen Blues," as well as Patton-penned spirituals like "Jesus Is A Dying Bed Maker," "Prayer of Death, Part 1" and "You're Gonna Need Someone (When You Come to Die)". The CD also includes three radically different versions of "Some of These Days I'll Be Gone" featuring varying instrumentation and recorded in different keys and arrangements.

Coming Soon:

Johnny Winter - Live at Rockpalast 1979 DVD - Johnny Winter live on Germany's famous Rockpalast TV show in 1979. Straight up blues like only Johnny can deliver, lean and mean. Johnny and the band also blaze through some killer covers like the Rolling Stones' "Jumping Jack Flash" and "Suzie Q."

Moksha - Here to Go CD - Las Vegas rock outfit Moksha, who finds a common musical stance with bands like Phish, Pink Floyd and The Grateful Dead, among others, release their second album. "Here to Go" was produced independently by Moksha Music Limited and four-time Grammy Award winner James 'Bonzai' Caruso, with Peter Apfelbaum doing the horn arrangements.

"Here to Go' is Moksha's first endeavor with new band member, Sam Lemos as lead vocal, adding another level to Moksha's mastery of instrumental jam music. It fuses all the musical genres that influence each of the band members, into a sound uniquely their own.

"Starswarm", "Here to Go" and "Bubbles" Take a rocket blast, straight into a deep space, psychedelic funk, rock utopia, back down to earth with melodic pop, and back again into hyperspace with a rip-roaring instrumental.

"Real Show", "Into Thin Air", and "Fruit of Tulum", stay closer to earth with Reggae, World Music, and Spanish Instrumentals, that keeps the energy moving and the horns and vocals shining. "Leg up" is a sweet melodic country inspired ballad. The cornerstone of the album

"The Measure of all things" is a beautiful and mercurial song that delves into the depths of the mythic realm and the heights of keyboard solo heaven.

The remaining songs switch between explosive funk with soaring vocals and classic horns, to good solid rock that pushes until it eventually comes apart at the seams

With their music circling the world, then to space and back, Moksha is "Here to Go"

Last Week:

Turbine - Blue Light City CD - Working closely with producer John Davis, who recorded The Black Keys' Grammy winning song Tighten Up off their recent album, Brothers, Turbine puts forth an album that guitarist Jeremy Hilliard describes as, "By far, the best our music has ever been presented."

Blue Light City is laced with subtle intricacies that listeners might glance over without even noticing. The music is dotted with odd time signatures, unorthodox structures, and innovative applications to the instruments. Yet, what makes Blue Light City such a stellar listen is despite the nearly endless complexities in the music, the album barrels along in nonstop fun. The songs are catchier than ever without jeopardizing the band's musical training and respect for sophistication.

Turbine has quickly gained a devoted audience who have come to expect the unexpected. Chosen by Relix Magazine as "Artists on the Verge", they can scratch like a DJ with their harmonicas, turn an electric guitar into a silver fiddle, and sing three-part harmonies over wild, high-energy sci-fi rock soundscapes.

Hailing from New York City, Turbine has graced the stage at almost every major festival across the country including Bonnaroo, Wakarusa, 10K Lakes, Gathering of the Vibes, and Telluride Bluegrass just to name a few. They have also been fortunate enough to perform with many influential bands including the Del McCoury Band, the Benevento-Russo Duo, and moe. With Blue Light City, the band hopes to take the next step and reach that level of notoriety for themselves.

Toubab Krewe - TK2 CD - Asheville, NC's Toubab Krewe takes the African guitar sound pioneered by Ali Farka Toure and others to strange and wonderful new places on their Nat Geo Music debut, TK2. Formed in 2005, Toubab Krewe has tenaciously honed their craft through relentless touring and a fierce dedication to carving out something they can truly call their own. The fruits of this hard work can be heard on the scintillating TK2. What Justin Perkins (Kora, Kamelngoni, guitar, percussion), Teal Brown (drums, congas), Drew Heller (guitar, piano, fiddle), David Pransky (bass, guitar), and Luke Quaranta (Djembe, percussion) have wrought on TK2 reflects the many miles and musical journeys that have transpired since their studio debut five years ago.

Beatlejam - Live at BB Kings CD - Live show from band made founded by Gov't Mule's Matt Abts, along with Slick Aguilar (Jefferson Starship), Johnny Neel (Allman Bros), Vince Welnick (Grateful Dead)and Berry Oakley (Allman Bros). Recorded at B.B. King's in NYC, 2002. Features the band doing all Beatles covers, inlcudes: Come Together, Get Back, A Day in the Life, Taxman, You've Got to Hide Your Love Away, and others. 10 tracks

New Riders of the Purple Sage - Setlist: Very Best of NRPS CD - For all of the music fans out there who know that you haven t truly experienced an artist until you ve experienced them LIVE. That s why we created the Setlist Series. We've fished through hundreds of live tracks from all different shows and eras - not just the hits, but the life-changing songs, fan favorites, and gems from the vault - and put them together to make the quintessential live collection from your favorite artists. Because the perfect Setlist is more than great songs... it's songs that are great Live. Every Setlist track has been beautifully remastered, with a sound quality that feels just like you re sitting in the front row. ...So take your seat, settle in, crank it up and get ready for a live concert experience you ll never forget. Enjoy the show!

Toots & the Maytals - Pressure Drop - the Golden Tracks (2 CDs) - This record contains some of Toots & The Maytals more popular songs on side A, then on side B it has different mixes of the songs. For instance, there is an instrumental version of 54-46 and pressure drop, a ska version of pressure drop, a dub version of 54-46 and a house mix of pressure drop. There are even more on the BONUS CD!

Jackass Flats - Rusty Feeling CD - Nearly a decade ago, Jackass Flats began their journey as a bluegrass band chasing the scene up and down the east coast: country festivals in the middle of nowhere, bars, dives, late nights, busking in the cities, life in a van--these things will leave you with stories to tell and that's exactly what Jackass Flats did; releasing two acclaimed albums of original songwriting: "Purgatory Mountain" and "Greetings From Jackass Flats". The boys kept the old van, but soon found themselves playing the region's premiere stages and festivals.

As Jackass Flats closes in on a decade of existence, they've expanded their line up to include drums, keys, and pedal steel--propelling their sound from string band to "full tilt Americana juggernaut". With so many instruments at their disposal, the typical set finds the band everywhere from bluegrass, rockabilly, honky tonk, country, western swing, all with the energy and edge that has made the Jackass Flats show a must see.

In June of 2011 the boys released their album, "Rusty Feeling." The album was recorded and produced by Bobby Read (Bruce Hornsby Band, Keller Williams). An album whose songs range from raucous and rowdy bluegrass, to the textured and melodic sounds of progressive (non-nashville) country.

Upcoming Events:

July 21-24 Gathering Of The Vibes - Bridgeport, CT

July 21-24 Northwest String Summit Music Festival - North Plains, OR

July 28-30 The Big Up 2011 - Ghent NY

*July 28-31 Floyd Fest - Floyd VA

Aug 5-8 Sparks on the Ridge - Walkill NY

Aug 12-14 Midwest Reggae Festival - Garretsville OH

Aug 26-28 Summerdance - Garretsville OH

Aug 26-28 NedFest - Nederland CO

Aug 27-29 Music on the Mountaintop - Boone NC

*Look for the Home Grown Music Booth at this event!

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Thanks for reading! Treat yourself to some good music this week.
Lee Crumpton

New Additions:

Phish - Joy CD - 2009 studio album from the reformed band led by guitarist extraordinaire Trey Anastasio. The album was produced by Steve Lillywhite and was recorded in New York's Chung King Studios. Many of the album's 10 songs have already been road-tested during the band's reunion tour and retain their fresh, live feel on the studio recordings. The album is already being called the band's best ever studio release. $13.98

Infected Mushroom - The Legend of Black Shawarma CD - These psy-trance innovators have become one of the biggest electronic bands on the planet. Twice ranked among the world's ten best DJs by the bible of the scene, the UK's DJ Magazine, the Israel-bred, LA-based duo bring a frenetic rock energy to the form. Their explosive show, featuring guitars, live drums, intensely passionate vocals, and an ambitious multimedia backdrop ranks among the genre's most unpredictably joyous events. Their recordings continually venture where other electronic acts fear to tread. The follow-up to 2007's "Vicious Delicious" marks a return to their metal roots. Guests include Jonathan Davis (Korn) and Perry Farrell (Jane's Addiction, Porno For Pyros, Satellite Party). $15.98

Rodrigo y Gabriella - 11:11 CD - 11:11 is the third studio album by Mexican guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela. It will guest stars Strunz & Farah on the song "Master Maqui" and guest stars Alex Skolnick on the song "Atman."Each song on the album is a tribute to an artist that has inspired both Rodrigo and Gabriela. Some of these artists include: Pink Floyd, Santana, Jimi Hendrix, Al Dimeola, Paco de Lucia, John McLaughlin and more. $15.98

September 15 - Karl Denson's Tiny Universe - Brother's Keeper CD
Kyle Hollingsworth - Then There's Now CD
Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers - Levitate CD
The Dynamites featuring Charles Walker - Burn it Down CD

Last Week:

Steez - Creepfunk Crusade CD - Churning out their self-described "Creepfunk," a high energy, danceable variety of funk - one uniquely laced with electronic and improvisational sensibilities - the Madison-based five-piece band Steez has garnered a loyal following throughout the Midwest, winning talent contests to perform at the 2008 and 2009 Summer Camp Festivals, the Rothbury Festival, and the 10,000 Lakes Festival. With their remarkable work ethic, splendid song writing, unmatched chemistry, and now a brilliant debut album, Steez is sure to make waves and take Creepfunk to the next level. $12

Yonder Mountain String Band - The Show CD - In between tours the band spent time this last year working on its fifth studio album. The Show is the second album with rock producer Tom Rothrock (Beck, Elliott Smith, Foo Fighters). While some might scratch their heads as to why a string band would want a rock producer, this decision was a natural choice for the band. "We don't have a lot of nostalgia for the past," says banjo player Dave Johnston. "You shouldn't try to recreate the 1940s. I like to think of us as informed by the past and all the great performers before us. But we also want to look forward rather than give people something that has already been perfected."

The Show has the similar acoustic instrumentation (Adam Aijala on guitar, Johnston on banjo, Jeff Austin on mandolin and Ben Kaufman on bass with all four singing) as many of its classic bluegrass forefathers. Though once again drums are present (as with the self-titled fourth album) with the great Pete Thomas of Elvis Costello's bands adding a rhythmic backdrop to Yonder's still-acoustic sound on six of the tracks. The record consists of thirteen songs all written by Yonder. $14.98

Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey - One Day in Brooklyn CD - Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, the Tulsa, Oklahoma-based musical institution founded by pianist Brian Haas, celebrates their 15th anniversary in 2009. Having recently expanded their line up from a trio to a quartet by adding fellow Tulsans' Chris Combs on lap steel guitar and Matt Hayes on acoustic bass, JFJO prove to be perpetually evolving and pushing boundaries further with each passing year. In this process, they ve perhaps invented their own sub-genre--Red Dirt Jazz--by tapping into their Oklahoma birthright and drawing upon "The Tulsa Sound" of hometown heroes like JJ Cale, Leon Russell and Bob Wills. These roots grow into a jazz foundation built firmly around the inspiration of giants like Duke Ellington and Thelonious Monk. The results are documented on the superb new EP One Day In Brooklyn, the first release from the reconfigured line-up. Recorded in Williamsburg, Brooklyn as first takes without any overdubs, the six-track collection captures the telepathic improvisations and visceral post jazz energy that has defined JFJO over the years. Highlights include a medley of Rahsaan Roland Kirk s A Laugh For Rory and Black & Crazy Blues and renditions of The Beatles Julia, Thelonious Monk s Four In One and Abdullah Ibrahim s Imam, as well as two new original pieces. $9.98

The Black Crowes - Before the Frost...Until the Freeze CD - Before the Frost..., and its corresponding free album ...Until The Freeze, were recorded over a series of five nights at Levon Helm Studios. Although both are studio albums, all the new material was performed and recorded in front of an intimate audience of the band s fans.

Chris Robinson conceived the innovative concept of Before the Frost...Until The Freeze:
I think we fulfilled a musical commitment to continue on the golden road of artistic independence. Approaching 20 years into our careers, we still are ambitious enough to push ourselves to create somethin g unique that we have never done before. $14.98

Drive By Truckers - The Fine Print CD - Drive-By Truckers (DBT) have been making music together for 13 years resulting in 7 critically acclaimed studio albums which could not contain all of the songs written by the band. DBT recently dug into the New West Records vaults and put finishing touches on a selection of songs that were never quite completed. The result of the collaboration is The Fine Print (A Collection Of Oddities and Rarities 2003-2008), a 12-track album of previously unreleased and rare songs. The Fine Print features songs written by band members past and present, including Patterson Hood, Mike Cooley and Jason Isbell. Seven of the twelve songs come from The Dirty South era, a highly creative time for DBT. The record also contains four covers including Rebels by Tom Petty, which the band recorded originally for the TV show King Of The Hill and Like A Rolling Stone by Bob Dylan which provided Shonna Tucker with her first ever lead vocal performance on a DBT recording. $16.98

Mike Gordon - Live at the Fox Theatre, Boulder 8.29.08 (2 CDs) - Several songs from Mike's new album were featured that night, including Andelmans' Yard, Another Door, Sound, and Traveled Too Far as well as covers of Brian Eno's No One Receiving and Al Green's Rhymes, all stretched and explored without limit by the five-piece band (which includes longtime collaborator Scott Murawski on guitar, Vermonters Craig Myers on percussion and Tom Cleary on keyboards and Brooklyn drummer Todd Isler). $15

Upcoming Events:

September 18-19 - Let it Roll - Ghent, NY

October 10-11 - 4th Annual Joshua Tree Roots Music Festival - Joshua Tree, CA

November 13-15 - *Bear Creek Music & Art Festival - Live Oak, FL

* Look for the HGMN booth at this event

Video of the Week:

Rodrigo y Gabriela - 11:11

Thanks for reading, and have a great week!
Lee Crumpton

New Additions:

Widespread Panic - Live from Austin, TX DVD - If you're among the legions of Widespread Panic fans, you already know that the band is legendary for never playing the same show twice. What makes this performance that much more special is the inspiring presence of founding member Michael Houser, who died of pancreatic cancer less than two years later. As much as anything, this is a celebration of Houser's life and the sheer joy he brought to a band that became one of the biggest draws on the international concert circuit and created a vibe that makes the Panic experience unique in the pop rock world. One look at this show and it quickly becomes obvious that there was something strange going on in the house that night. The audience threatens to steal the show during this Halloween party, recorded October 31, 2000! $16.98

Laura Reed and Deep Pocket - Live at Tree Sound Studios CD & DVD - This dynamic record was recorded on New Year's Eve 2007 and March 9th at Pandora's Premier Event for their Music Genome Project. There are a total of five highly anticipated unreleased songs on this album as well as live versions of older favorites. Live at Tree Sound Studios features special guests Greg Hollowell and Derrick Johnson of Asheville Horns and Silas Durocher on guitar. The DVD is a combination of live performances captured in the same session and footage from their 2008 touring adventures. The DVD was produced by TreeV Productions and includes road footage from LRDP's own Sam Katz (tour manager), music from DJ Kurfu, and graphics from Lear Bunda (Cartoon Network). $16.00

Rodrigo y Gabriela - Live in Japan CD & DVD - The second live album from Rodrigo Y Gabriela, recorded on March 30, 2008 at Tokyo's Duo Club. This virtuostic duo will light your mind on fire with their dazzling displays of musicianship! Special edition with bonus DVD. $13.98

Chet Helms Tribal Stomp (4 DVDs & 2 CDs) - At long last, after 2 years of editing and mixing, we have the Chet Helms Tribal Stomp Box Set. The package consists of four DVDs and two CDs from the October 2005 concert in Golden Gate Park. Many have called it "the event of the century." The collection centers on the life of Chet Helms, his influence on the 60s, and the "Family Dog." Box Set Highlights: 4 DVDs and 2 CDs covering 29 bands, 50 interviews, poster and photo gallery, history and liner notes, high definition 5 camera video, digitally mastered video and audio, outtakes and much more. Featuring Paul Kantner and friends, Blue Cheer, Country Joe, Barry Melton, Lydia Pense, Vince Welnick, David LaFlamme, Canned Heat, Members of Steve Miller band with Squid Vicious, Nick Gravenites, Zero, Quicksilver Gold, Narada Michael Walden, The Charlatans, Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks, Rowan Brothers, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Roy Rogers, Wavy Gravy, and many more. $38.98

O'Death - Broken Hymns, Limbs and Skin CD - Influences: old songs, gospel, Appalachian mountain music, sweet melodies, punk energy, whiskey, Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas. Sounds Like: steam train, wet soil, bad dog, dried blood, knock kneed, blackgrass, rickety fence teeth, men with beards. "This New York band draws from the starkness and spiritual purity of Appalachian folk, the noisemongering of punk and the rowdy theatricality of Tom Waits. With quiet pluckings of banjo and angry, anarchic hollers, its songs jumble the sacred and profane." - NY Times. $11.99

Grateful Dead - Egypt 1978 Zip-front Hooded Sweatshirt - This limited edition imported hoody was made to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Grateful Dead's historic Egypt concerts. It's truly a one-of-a-kind item that is as functional as it is collectible. The zip-front black hoody features an all-over print of bronze hieroglyphics. The zipper pull is pyramid-shaped and features a Steal Your Face logo. "Grateful Dead" and "Egypt 1978" are embroidered on the front over top of a colorful print of the iconic wings from the show artwork. The interior is lined in black fleece, except for the inside of the hood, which features a unique sunset pattern with a Steal Your Face logo. 60% cotton, 40% poly. While supplies last! $57.98




SPECIAL OFFER: Order any Grateful Dead Clothing and Grateful Dead CD or DVD together and get a free Egypt 1978 button, while supplies last!

The Flaming Lips - Wayne on Mars T-Shirt - Black t-shirt with image of Wayne as the martian from the movie Christmas on Mars underscored by symbols. $18.98

Sol'Jibe - New Day Ep CD - This Reno, NV band will surprise and delight you with their polished, diverse sound. You won't believe that you and all your friends had never heard of Sol'Jibe after one listen to this disc, which showcases their multi-culti world-pop sound that is reminiscent of great roots rock bands like Rusted Root and Dave Matthews Band, all spiced with their unique instrumental flair. $9.99

Hot Day At The Zoo - Cool As Tuesday CD - This fiercely progressive 4-piece string band (guitar, mandolin, banjo, upright bass) is pioneering a new genre of music their fans are calling "ZooGrass!" It's a high-energy, gritty-urban-bluegrass with strong elements of folk, blues, ragtime and jazz. Released in 2005, Cool as Tuesday features 12 original songs distinguished by uncommon lyrical strength, diverse songwriting, and unparalleled musicianship. $12.00

John McLaughlin, Jaco Pastorius, & Tony Williams - Trio of Doom 180-gram LP - A one-shot dream band, Trio of Doom only performed one concert and a handful of tracks in the studio, making this album their complete recorded works. Electric guitarist John McLaughlin, bassist Jaco Pastorius, and drummer Tony Williams were at the peak of their abilities and their brief time together resulted in some truly astounding music. Live tracks recorded at Havana Jam Festival, Cuba, 1979; studio tracks recorded the next week in NYC. 180-gram vinyl. $18.99

Dr. John - City That Care Forgot CD - Eric Clapton, Willie Nelson, Ani Difranco, Troy Andrews, Terrance Simien and Terence Blanchard join Dr. John and the Lower 911 (Herman Ernest, David Barard, and John Fohl) in this musical paean to Dr. John's beloved New Orleans. This powerful new recording features stirring and thought-provoking songs about the post-Katrina crises in the ravaged jewel of the American South. $17.99

The Radiohead - Live DVD that was delayed has finally arrived. We apologize to those of you who had orders cancelled because of the delay, and the DVD is now available.


Freekbass - Junkyard Waltz has been delayed due to a manufacturing error and will hopefully arrive later this week.

Coming Soon:

November 4 - Greyboy - 15 Years of West Coast Cool CD & LP

November 11 - Shpongle - Are You Shpongled & Tales of The Inexpressible CDs
Hallucinogen - Twisted, The Lone Deranger, & In Dub CDs
Younger Brother - Last Days of Gravity & A Flock of Bleeps CDs
The Flaming Lips - Christmas on Mars (pre-order DVD & Deluxe Edition)
Ray LaMontagne - Trouble & Till The Sun Turns Black LPs
Pink Floyd - The Great Gig In The Sky: The Album By Album Guide DVD Box Set (pre-order)
Various Artists - Brushfire Holidays Vol. 1: This Warm December CD
Various Artists - The Roots of The Allman Brothers CD
Various Artists - The Roots of The Grateful Dead CD
Various Artists - The Roots of Jimi Hendrix CD
Quicksilver Messenger Service - Live at Fillmore Auditorium 1968 (2 CDs) (pre-order)
Amos Lee - Live from Austin, TX DVD (pre-order)

November 18 - Phish - At The Roxy Box Set (pre-order)
The Doors - Live at The Matrix (2 CDs) (pre-order)
Wilco - I Am Trying to Break Your Heart - Blu-Ray

November 25 - Santana - Santana & Abraxas LPs
moe. - Dr. Stan's Prescription Vol. 2 (2 CDs) (pre-order)



Last Week's Additions:


The Bridge - Blind Man's Hill CD
Jimmy Herring - Lifeboat CD
Dark Star Orchestra - Ithaca 30 Years Later (3 CDs)
Dark Star Orchestra - Ithaca 30 Years Later (2 DVDs)
Rodrigo y Gabriela LP
Various Artists - Southern Rock Christmas CD
Wynton Marsalis - Crescent City Christmas Card CD
Frank Zappa - You Can't Do That On Stage Anymore Vol. 4 (2 CDs)
Special offer! Order Rhythm Devils Concert Experience DVD and get a Rhythm Devils T-Shirt for just $13.99 - a savings of $4.00!

News and Reviews:

Merl Saunders 1934 - 2008
Taj Weekes, Others Team Up For Children's Charity
Radiohead - Live DVD Review
Chef Dave - No Strings Attached CD Review
Sol'Jibe - New Day CD Review

Upcoming Festivals:

Gory at the Quarry - 10/31 - 11/2 - Garrettsville, OH - http://www.nlqp.com
*Bear Creek Music Festival - 11/14 - 11/16 - Live Oak, FL - http://www.bearcreekmusicfestival.com

*look for the HGMN Booth at this event!

Video of the Week:

A peek at Chet Helms Tribal Stomp 2005!

Be sure to read next Monday as we present our new HGMN Members for Fall/Winter 2008!


Thanks for reading, and have a great week,
Bryan Rodgers

New Additions:

The Bridge - Blind Man's Hill CD - The steady rollin' rhythms on Blind Man's Hill cut like a knife through warm butter. One part New Orleans rhythms, one part southern country soul and yet another earthy rock 'n' roll, The Bridge write timeless songs that resonate with Americana themes of locomotives, moonshine, mason jars, ramblin', gamblin' and carnival barkers. Playing upwards of 250 shows a year, including festivals like Gathering Of The Vibes, Mountain Jam, Camp Bisco and Moe Down, The Bridge have built a fanatic audience through a growing grassroots buzz that attracts new fans with every performance. The Bridge's Blind Man's Hill is the kind of finely crafted long-player that will cross the band over to an even wider audience and further establish their reputation as modern successors to artists such as The Grateful Dead, Little Feat and The Radiators. $14.98


Jimmy Herring - Lifeboat CD - The first solo album from guitar phenomenon Jimmy Herring, known for his amazing guitar work with the Allman Brothers, The Dead, Phil Lesh and Friends, Aquarium Rescue Unit, Project Z, Frogwings, Jazz is Dead and many more. Currently, he's holding down the lead guitar chair for Widespread Panic. Lifeboat features A-list musicians Oteil Burbridge (Allman Brothers) on bass, Jeff Sipe (Jonas Hellborg/Shawn Lane, Aquarium Rescue Unit) on drums, and Kofi Burbridge (Derek Trucks Band) on flute and keyboards. Joining the core line up as special guests are Derek Trucks on slide guitar, Greg Osby on saxophones, Ike Stubblefield on organ, Matt Slocum on the clavinet and Bobby Lee Rodgers on guitar. Lifeboat is a wide-ranging work that encompasses various musical genres, including rock, jam, jazz and blues. From foot stomping southern-flavored rockers to modern bop and fusion to a cover of the Wayne Shorter composition "Lost" and melodic pieces full of subtlety and nuance, the music of Lifeboat allows Jimmy to express a full-range of emotions through his guitar. $15.99


Dark Star Orchestra - Ithaca 30 Years Later (3 CDs) - This 3-CD set captures Dark Star Orchestra recreating one of the most well known shows in The Grateful Dead's long history. The 5/8/77 Cornell show is lovingly re-imagined exactly 30 years to the day after it happened, and in the very town in which it took place, with special unique setlist embellishments by DSO. Although known for their faithful replication of The Grateful Dead sound, this is by no means a by-the-numbers copy of the original show. "We like to take the set list and use it as a frame over which we lay our own patchwork of improvisation," says DSO guitarist Rob Eaton. The Grateful Dead Songs are there, the Grateful Dead sound is there, but the rest is distinctively DSO. Taped live as it happened, this set is a must-have for fans of The Grateful Dead and Dark Star Orchestra. $24.99


Dark Star Orchestra - Ithaca 30 Years Later (2 DVDs) - This 2-DVD set captures Dark Star Orchestra recreating one of the most well known shows in The Grateful Dead's long history. The 5/8/77 Cornell show is lovingly re-imagined exactly 30 years to the day after it happened, and in the very town in which it took place, with special unique setlist embellishments by DSO. Although known for their faithful replication of The Grateful Dead sound, this is by no means a by-the-numbers copy of the original show. "We like to take the set list and use it as a frame over which we lay our own patchwork of improvisation," says DSO guitarist Rob Eaton. The Grateful Dead Songs are there, the Grateful Dead sound is there, but the rest is distinctively DSO. Videotaped live as it happened by a multi-camera crew, this video is a must-see for fans of The Grateful Dead and Dark Star Orchestra. $24.99


Rodrigo y Gabriela LP - 180-gram vinyl LP version. Also includes the full album on CD. On their 2006 self-titled album, Rodrigo y Gabriela offer up a fierce set of acoustic instrumentals that garnered the Mexican guitar duo international attention. Technically accomplished, playful, and emotive, these tracks work in the flamenco and folk vernaculars while reverberating with rock energy, as revealed on the fleet-fingered "Tamacun" and the highly percussive "Diablo Rojo." However, the real showstoppers are the pair's excellent covers of Metallica's "Orion" and Led Zeppelin's "Stairway to Heaven," which both honor the hard-rock originals, and resonate with impressive added flourishes. $19.99


Various Artists - Southern Rock Christmas CD - How difficult would it be for a classic rock fan to dig the Phil Spector-inspired "Jingle Bell Rock" by 38 Special or to head-bop to George Thorogood's "Rock and Roll Christmas," or twist (yes, twist) to Foghat's "All I Want for Christmas Is You," sounding like they're invoking the very spirit of Roy Orbison? It wouldn't be difficult at all. Then get another eggnog and toast Steve Morse's uplifting instrumental version of "Joy to the World," the hip-shaking beat of "Winter Wonderland" by the Fabulous Thunderbirds, and the aptly named "Christmas Blues" by Canned Heat. The album's closing track is a warm, up-tempo version of "Silent Night" by Elvin Bishop. There's enough rocking holiday fare here for those who like their rock aged and Southern fried. $11.99


Wynton Marsalis - Crescent City Christmas Card CD - Christmas jazz albums come and go with each end-of-year holiday season. And while they may make for good soundtracks to that holiday spirit, rarely do they stand up as much more than that, and certainly not as anything approaching a serious listen. While the material here may be rendered in the familiar Christmas spirit of good cheer (check out Wynton Marsalis on the back cover with mismatched green and red socks decking out his white suit), and the songs are in the familiar Christian tradition of the holiday, the arrangements are fresh and are delivered with memorable turns on "Silent Night" by opera diva Kathleen Battle, and on "Sleigh Ride" by Jon Hendricks. The playing is spirited and the material is dealt with in a manner suggesting great care in both delivery and arrangement. $8.99


Frank Zappa - You Can't Do That On Stage Anymore Vol. 4 (2 CDs) - YCDTOSA Vol. 4 was released in 1991, with recordings ranging from 1969 to 1988. First time appearance for 11 songs. Because of the huge time span, there's an enormous list of musicians, including FZ on lead guitar & vocals, Captain Beefheart (handling vocals and harmonica on "The Torture Never Stops"), the mid-70's band, the '79 band, the `82 band, the `84 band, the `88 band, and even 2 Mothers tracks from 1969 ("You Call That Music?" and "Tiny Sick Tears") -- Lowell George appears on both. Archie Shepp guests on tenor sax solo on "Let's Move To Cleveland" from 1984 (Amherst MA). There's also a smelly-beard routine involving George Duke; a "Montana" that segues two versions from 12 years apart; and a version of "Stevie's Spanking" with Steve Vai playing one of his best solos, doubtlessly inspired by the events described in the lyric. $17.99


Special offer! Order Rhythm Devils Concert Experience DVD and get a Rhythm Devils T-Shirt for just $13.99 - a savings of $4.00!

Coming Soon:

October 28 - Rodrigo y Gabriela - Live in Japan CD (pre-order)
Freekbass - Junkyard Waltz CD (pre-order)
Family Dog Presents The Chet Helms Tribal Stomp (4 DVDs & 2 CDs) (pre-order)
O'Death - Broken Hymns, Limbs, and Skins CD (pre-order)
Widespread Panic - Live From Austin, TX DVD (pre-order)
Laura Reed & Deep Pocket - Live at Tree Sound CD/DVD (pre-order)

November 4 - Greyboy - 15 Years of West Coast Cool CD & LP

November 11 - Trio of Doom LP
Shpongle - Are You Shpongled & Tales of The Inexpressible CDs
Hallucinogen - Twisted, The Lone Deranger, & In Dub CDs
Younger Brother - Last Days of Gravity & A Flock of Bleeps CDs
The Flaming Lips - Christmas on Mars (pre-order DVD & Deluxe Edition)
Ray LaMontagne - Trouble & Till The Sun Turns Black LPs
Pink Floyd - The Great Gig In The Sky: The Album By Album Guide DVD Box Set
Various Artists - Brushfire Holidays Vol. 1: This Warm December CD
Various Artists - The Roots of The Allman Brothers CD
Various Artists - The Roots of The Grateful Dead CD
Various Artists - The Roots of Jimi Hendrix CD
Quicksilver Messenger Service - Live at Fillmore Auditorium 1968 (2 CDs)
Amos Lee - Live from Austin, TX DVD (pre-order)

November 18 - Phish - At The Roxy Box Set (pre-order)
The Doors - Live at The Matrix (2 CDs) (pre-order)

November 25 - Santana - Santana & Abraxas LPs
moe. - Dr. Stan's Prescription Vol. 2 (2 CDs) (pre-order)



Last Week's Additions:

Lotus - Hammerstrike CD
Ray LaMontagne - Gossip in the Grain CD
Martin Sexton - Solo CD
Mighty Underdogs - Droppin' Science Fiction CD
Hot Day at The Zoo - Long Way Home EP
Freekbass T-Shirt
Corey Harris - Zion Crossroads CD

News and Reviews:

The Bridge - Blind Man's Hill CD Review
Sol Driven Train - Lighthouse CD Review
Ray LaMontagne - Gossip in the Grain CD Review
Spam Allstars on NPR and with Obama
Boombox Tour Underway

Upcoming Festivals:

Gory at the Quarry - 10/31 - 11/2 - Garrettsville, OH - http://www.nlqp.com
*Bear Creek Music Festival - 11/14 - 11/16 - Live Oak, FL - http://www.bearcreekmusicfestival.com

*look for the HGMN Booth at this event!

Video of the Week:

The Bridge - "Easy Jane" from the 8X10, August 2007



Looking for something fun to do on Halloween? Check out these great fright night shows from HGMN and Harmonized artists (shows alphabetical by state)!

ALO, Tea Leaf Green, Hot Buttered Rum, Delta Nove, and more at Evergreen Lodge, Groveland, CA
Umphrey's McGee w/ The New Deal at The Warfield, San Francisco, CA
The Motet at Cervantes' Masterpiece, Denver, CO
Bump at Dulcinea's 100th Monkey, Denver, CO
Euforquestra at Whistler's Cafe, Nederland, CO
Perpetual Groove at Freebird Live, Jacksonville, FL
Papa Mali w/ DJ Logic, Bill Kreutzmann, more at Aloha Tower, Honolulu, HI
Herbert Wiser Band at Illinois Brewing Company, Bloomington, IL
Cornmeal at Canopy Club, Urbana, IL
The Brew at Unity Center for Performing Arts, Unity, ME
Speakeasy at Outland Ballroom, Springfield, MO
56 Hope Road at Venice Cafe, St. Louis, MO
The Afromotive at Half Moon, Big Sky, MT
The Mantras at The Blind Tiger, Greensboro, NC
Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band at Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh, NC
SciFi at The Whiskey, Wilmington, NC
Roots of Creation at Colonial Theatre, Keene, NH
BuzzUniverse at Donegal Saloon, Kearny, NJ
Telepath w/ Conspirator at Highline Ballroom, New York, NY
The Blue Method & Josh Dion Band at Sullivan Hall, New York, NY
U-Melt & Jeff Bujak at Westscott Theatre, Syracuse, NY
One Under at House of Crave, Columbus, OH
Garaj Mahal at The Pepper Jack Cafe, Hamilton, ON
Lotus at Theatre of Living Arts, Philadelphia, PA
Hot Day at The Zoo at Bullfrog Brewery, Williamsport, PA
New Mastersounds at The Hall, Istanbul, Turkey
Sound Tribe Sector Nine & Pnuma Trio at Stubb's BBQ, Austin, TX
Ryan Montbleau Band w/ Martin Sexton at The Depot, Salt Lake City, UT
Future Rock at The National, Richmond, VA
The Burnin' Smyrnans at The Beach Bar in St. John, VI


Thanks for reading, and have a great week!
Bryan Rodgers