Whether it be on the banks of the Mississippi River or deep in the heart of the English countryside, rock ‘n’ roll lives, breathes, and burns on the outskirts. Hailing from Rome, GA at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, The Georgia Thunderbolts rise up with a scorching signature style steeped in soulful southern swagger, blistering blues, and raw rock. Out August 21st via Mascot Records, the quintet’s self-titled debut EP conjures a tried-and-true spirit through a fresh fire. With a wide swath of inspirations, ranging from southern gospel and Hank Williams to Neil Young, Little Feat, Ozzy Osbourne and Lynyryd Skynyrd, the band cut their teeth performing with everyone from Black Stone Cherry...

MoonRunners Music Festival is a one of a kind festival that takes place at Reggies in downtown Chicago…On October 9th & 10th, 2021, we are coming back live! We look forward to seeing everyone in person again! Focused on bringing artists from all types of punk, country, and roots music, MoonRunners blends genres of music and groups of people that go surprisingly well together.  Whether it’s a solo artist in the Music Joint or a big band in the Rock Club, these musicians are sure to bring you something you’ve been missing from your life! Come be a part of one of...

Hi there. I’m Redman from Melbourne, Australia and I would like to welcome you to my first online blog of Redman’s Reviews.Each week I will be reviewing an album (from the past or present) from the grunge, stoner, psychedelic, fuzz, doom and blues rock genre.   First of the bat I will be reviewing the album Tempel (released 2006) by the band Colourhaze from Munich, Germany.Tempel is an excellent example of some of the cream of the crop of what the stoner, psychedelic,desert and fuzz rock groups of Europe have to offer.This 3 piece consisting of Stefan Kogleki on Guitars and vocals, Philipp Rasthoffer on...

Left Lane Cruiser is a blues-rock duo from Fort Wayne, Indiana that has been making music together since 2003. Consisting of members Joe Evans (guitar and vocals) and Brenn Beck (drums and percussion), the band has released multiple albums and toured extensively across the United States and Europe. One of the defining characteristics of Left Lane Cruiser’s music is their gritty, raw sound. Evans’ guitar playing is heavily influenced by the blues, and he often uses slide guitar techniques to create a rough, emotional tone. Beck’s drumming is equally raw and unpolished, adding to the overall rough-and-tumble feel of the...

The Legendary Shack Shakers are a band that truly defies categorization. Hailing from Nashville, Tennessee, this high-energy quartet blends elements of rockabilly, punk, blues, and even a bit of country to create a sound that is entirely their own. Formed in 1999, the band quickly made a name for themselves with their high-energy live shows and their unique use of traditional instruments such as the washboard and kazoo. With J.D. Wilkes on lead vocals and harmonica, Mark Robertson on guitar, Joe Buck on bass, and Brett Whitacre on drums, the band has a chemistry that is undeniable. One of the...

If you’re a fan of blues-rock music, then you’ve probably heard of the Southbound Snake Charmers. This Australian band has been making waves in the music scene since their formation in 2014. With their high-energy live performances and unique spin on the blues genre, they’ve quickly become a band to watch. The Southbound Snake Charmers are heavily influenced by classic blues, rock and roll, and southern rock. They aim to pay homage to the blues while adding their own unique spin to the genre. This approach has been well-received by fans and critics alike, as demonstrated by their nominations for...