ShoalsFest is back for 2026
Former Drive-By Truckers bandmate Patterson Hood comes from Muscle Shoals, a music Mecca famously known for shaping the sound of American R&B, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll.
Former Drive-By Truckers bandmate Patterson Hood comes from Muscle Shoals, a music Mecca famously known for shaping the sound of American R&B, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll.
Short of flying to Europe in November (which I’ve not yet ruled out), show these bands some love and get a valuable piece of merch from their tour, starting with a printable poster for as low as $25, up to Duszynski mixes of your own songs for just $600!
The building landscape of string orchestration paired with the explosive drums underscore the majesty and dangers of the continent.
It was a tremendous celebration of the Atlanta and Athens rich alternative rock heritage, highlighting the lasting influence of Wax’n’Fact, DB Records, and the regional music community.
Make no mistake: Ultra Lights are no copycats. Their clever wordplay and relentless guitars carve out a sound that is unmistakably their own.
The new “Losing Traction” was played for just the fourth time on their tour, debuting at the band’s Solid Sound Festival in North Adams, Mass., just three weeks earlier.
Think Mick Jagger meets Ray Davies and you may get a glimpse into what makes this guy tick. The lanky blond singer exudes a coolness all his own, wielding a wicked blues-rock sound with his guitar.
Again, I can’t stress enough the paradoxical sounds coming from Widowspeak, with Hamilton’s emotional, airy voice blending with Thomas’s Americana-style guitar.
“Radio” punches back (again) at the 24-hour news cycle of fear (mainly FOX News). It’s clear the Palms are feeling what we’re all feeling. When will it end?
His latest album, Little Wide Open, feels like a handwritten postcard, inviting newcomers to discover the heart of this region.