This week the Third Annual Pendleton Rock Camp takes place. It’s a week-long event and I am out here in Eastern Oregon volunteering along with members of Point Juncture, WA, Laura Gibson, Casey Jarman, Paul Collins of Beirut and many more. It’s free for the kids and they love it. This morning, Day 1, I [...]
I consider 2007’s ‘The Roots Of Chicha‘ to be one of the most amazing compilations I have ever heard. It is an inspiring look into a time of true artistic cultural mashup in 20th century South America. It also makes for great party music. Olivier of Brooklyn’s Barbes Records was kind of [...]
Dead Confederate
Ok, the day starts with a little confusion as I catch the last song from Dead Confederate. The drums up there on stage say The Whigs but it seems they are borrowing the kit. Any way feel free to correct me if the picture above is not a member of Dead Confederate. Down at [...]