Anywhere but Nashville

Anywhere But Nashville… Working for tips; waiting for that big break Yeah, anywhere but Nashville ‘Cause I want to be myself They say some people go in Come out somebody else Anywhere but Nashville That ain’t where it’s at They celebrate gold Hey I’m a platinum guy… Billy Yates Anywhere in Nashville you’ll find them – [...]

To Live’s to Fly (Townes Van Zandt Bio)

Townes Van Zandt is a music legend in Texas and was, without a doubt, one of the most talented songwriters of his generation. In addition, Van Zandt had a memorable singing voice and style that make him instantly recognizable to anyone even casually familiar with his work. Sadly, Van Zandt also [...]

Sing Me Back Home - Dana Jennings

OK, I admit it. When it comes to real country music, and those whom I believe truly appreciate it as the art form that it is, I am prejudiced. Never in a million years would I believe that some guy from New Hampshire, a writer and editor for the New York Times, of [...]

Carolina Chocolate Drops’ “Heritage” CD

The Carolina Chocolate Drops, an African-American old-time string band, got mojo that must be seen to be believed. Plugging in an electric guitar and making hopped-up kids scream is one thing, something a thousand rock ‘n’ rollers have done, but the Carolina Chocolate Drops can make a completely sober, seasoned, and slowly-graying audience go [...]

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Countdown to ROMP! Part 2: Dailey & Vincent

Dailey & Vincent’s Jamie Dailey In 1998, when Doyle Lawson added Jamie Dailey to Quicksilver, folks were saying, “now there’s an up & comer…keep your eye on that boy.” I hope you were paying attention… because Dailey has arrived! As a musician and vocalist, Dailey added depth and texture to an already superb band with Quicksilver, but [...]

Asides

• Carolina Chocolate Drops, “Will Adam’s Breakdown”
  Recorded by newoldtymer at the Bear on the Square Festival, Dahlonega, Georgia, April 20, 2008.