Chris Parker

Nobody wants to learn things the hard way, but, alas, there’s a reason there’s a school of hard knocks. Sometimes, sense must be beaten into us. DISCOVERING GUITAR REGAINING ABILITY Heartland rocker Will Hoge’s education began after the musician was introduced to a van as it turned into his lane as he left his Nashville, […]

It’s not easy getting attention as a new band, but sometimes it just takes one good idea. In the case of New Orleans’ Mute Math, it was a video for the song “Typical,” which besides being a particularly vibrant performance that captures the acrobatic nature of its live performances, was filmed in reverse. SPACEY SOUNDSCAPES […]

It’s not easy getting attention as a new band, but sometimes it just takes one good idea. In the case of New Orleans’ Mute Math, it was a video for the song “Typical,” which besides being a particularly vibrant performance that captures the acrobatic nature of its live performances, was filmed in reverse. SPACEY SOUNDSCAPES […]

Kate Voegele’s enjoyed enough success to spin a young girl’s head, but with her feet firmly planted by a Midwestern upbringing, she’s managed to avoid the kind of pitfalls that dot the tabloids. ATTRACT INTEREST CONSISTENT THEME Signed to Interscope Records co-venture MySpace Records while only 19, she released her debut, “Don’t Look Away,” two […]

Kate Voegele’s enjoyed enough success to spin a young girl’s head, but with her feet firmly planted by a Midwestern upbringing, she’s managed to avoid the kind of pitfalls that dot the tabloids. ATTRACT INTEREST CONSISTENT THEME Signed to Interscope Records co-venture MySpace Records while only 19, she released her debut, “Don’t Look Away,” two […]

One of Americana’s most endearing attributes is its lack of pretense. At its best, the style evokes a homey, unhurried heartfelt straightforwardness that stands out against an overcomplicated, ever-fluctuating world. IMPETUS ABORTIVE EARLY SESSIONS This sense of ageless honesty percolates through Hoots & Hellmouth, a Philadelphia combo that blends folk, gospel and blues for vibrant, […]

It’s arguably the most enduring story of the 20th century and the biggest global phenomena since Christianity. The “Star Wars” film franchise has grossed $4.2 billion worldwide, and the merchandising has more than quadrupled that figure to $17.5 billion. The series has been the biggest boys; toy brand for years, and thanks to last year’s […]

Outlaws never die ” they just get wise … or incarcerated. So it is for musical tumbleweed Phil Lee, who’s blown from one coast to another for nearly 40 years in pursuit of music. EARLY DYLAN ON THE ROAD Or maybe it’s pursued him. Lee had a band in New York with actress Beverly D’Angelo […]

One of Americana’s most endearing attributes is its lack of pretense. At its best, the style evokes a homey, unhurried heartfelt straightforwardness that stands out against an overcomplicated, ever-fluctuating world. IMPETUS ABORTIVE EARLY SESSIONS This sense of ageless honesty percolates through Hoots & Hellmouth, a Philadelphia combo that blends folk, gospel and blues for vibrant, […]

Outlaws never die ” they just get wise … or incarcerated. So it is for musical tumbleweed Phil Lee, who’s blown from one coast to another for nearly 40 years in pursuit of music. EARLY DYLAN ON THE ROAD Or maybe it’s pursued him. Lee had a band in New York with actress Beverly D’Angelo […]