FWRA IV
Can a body criticize a festival that’s only in its fourth year? Because that’s what I’m fittin’ t’do. (But not really.)
The fest in question...
Welcome, Wayside Ballroom
Right now, The Wayside Ballroom is a mess. Electrical cables dangle from the “ceiling,” machinery and tools are strewn across the dust-and-debris-covered floor, and...
Pimpadelic: Still Hear
A long time ago, I was close friends with a guy who was pretty deep into the local punk/metal scene, which was helpful to...
Wrecked Room
For those of you old enough to remember, you’ve got to ask yourself: Was The Wreck Room really as great as everyone says it...
Facebooked Solid
I’d venture that for the same reason festivals are popular for national acts, festivals are popular for our regional/local brethren/sistren. Increased exposure for bands....
Critical Distance
Had this fun text convo a couple of days ago.
Me: He said lots of good things, ones even I can agree with.
Ma: Yes, he...
Have a Snarky Weekend
“Snarky.” That’s what the big bosses from out of town called this new attitude that we eager young writers were supposed to apply to...
Blues Around the Clock
I’ve done my research. I know. No matter how young you are, you will not be the youngest person at the Bedford Blues &...
Happy Birthday Next Weekend, S&R
What are you doing Labor Day weekend? Me? I’m so glad you asked! I’m going to my in-laws in Sun City, Texas, where we’re...
New Music Sucks (Still?)
Last December was a long time ago, especially in terms of Facebook minutes (confession: I spend way too much time on FB, as if...
