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Posted on November 4th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Oceanship sails the sound waves

Oceanship sails the sound waves

Oceanship performs at Rogue Tavern on Friday, Nov. 6.

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Posted on October 29th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Downright Halloween homecoming

Downright Halloween homecoming

Downright reunites for the annual “Peaches & Scream” Halloween party at WorkPlay.

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Posted on October 26th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Catching up with Mac McAnally

Mac McAnally is a native Mississippian, but the singer/songwriter has been an important figure in [...]

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Posted on October 22nd, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Rusty Anderson: Sir Paul’s sideman releases second solo album

It’s safe to say that Rusty Anderson is envied by more than a few guitarists. [...]

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Posted on October 15th, 2009 by Mark Kelly

Charlie Louvin live

Charlie Louvin live

Alabama-born music legend Charlie Louvin sings songs of sin and redemption, of love both faithless and true.

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Posted on October 7th, 2009 by Courtney Haden

The Protean Picker Jim Lauderdale

The Protean Picker Jim Lauderdale

Jim Lauderdale reigns as one of the busiest players in the music industry, writing hit songs for artists like George Strait and working on projects with everyone from Willie Nelson to Donna the Buffalo.

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Posted on October 2nd, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Concert Shots: J.J. Grey & Mofro/Shooter Jennings 9-30-09

Two headliners on the same bill – J.J. Grey & Mofro and Shooter Jennings performed [...]

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Posted on October 1st, 2009 by Courtney Haden

Interview with St. Vincent

Interview with St. Vincent

Annie Clark is a girl on the cusp of transmutation.

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Posted on September 27th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Man at Work: Catching up with Colin Hay

Man at Work: Catching up with Colin Hay

For music lovers who came of age in the 1980s, the face of Colin Hay is as recognizable as Madonna or Prince. The frontman for Men at Work will perform at WorkPlay Tuesday night.

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Posted on September 16th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

The return of Ten out of Tenn

The return of Ten out of Tenn

Singer-songwriter Joy Williams discusses what its like to be part of Ten out of Tenn, a collaborative showcase of nearly a dozen musicians from Tennessee.

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Posted on August 31st, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Concert Shots: Black Jacket Symphony at Workplay

The Black Jacket Symphony – a stellar cast of local and regional musicians – performed [...]

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Posted on August 31st, 2009 by Glenny Brock

The Birmingham Tapes on CD

The Birmingham Tapes on CD

No question, the highlight of my Monday was the receipt of an advance copy of [...]

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Posted on August 27th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Concert Shots: Sam Bush at Workplay 8-26-09

Concert Shots: Sam Bush at Workplay 8-26-09

Bluegrass/Newgrass legend Sam Bush performed at Workplay on Wednesday, August 26. Through two sets, Bush [...]

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Posted on August 20th, 2009 by John Seay

The Fiery Furnaces cause a burning sensation

The Fiery Furnaces cause a burning sensation

Ever since close-harmony brother acts dominated popular music in the 1930s, family bands have fascinated [...]

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Posted on August 20th, 2009 by Courtney Haden

Cracker’s David Lowery on Sunrise in the Land of Milk & Honey

Cracker’s David Lowery on Sunrise in the Land of Milk & Honey

We are rarely visited anymore by rock greatness. When it happens, it’s usually while decent [...]

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Posted on August 12th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Michael Franti brings his global sound to Workplay

Michael Franti brings his global sound to Workplay

There are a number of great songwriting stories in music history and Michael Franti has added another [...]

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Posted on August 8th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Concert Shots: Oteil Burbridge & The Lee Boys at Workplay

Birmingham’s Oteil Burbridge – best known as bassist for the Allman Brothers Band – stays [...]

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Posted on August 5th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Review: Sweet & Hoffs make beautiful music together again

She made her splash in the ’80s as lead singer of The Bangles and he [...]

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Posted on August 5th, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Review: Sweet & Hoffs make beautiful music together again

She made her splash in the ’80s as lead singer of The Bangles and he [...]

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Posted on August 2nd, 2009 by Brent Thompson

Concert Shots: Eric Lindell at Zydeco 7-30-09

Singer/songwriter and Alligator Records recording artist Eric Lindell brought his mix of Blues, Rock and [...]

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WEEKLY PICKS: do more now

Weekly Tweets

  • @blakebritton Patrick Cooper's twitter appears to be @PatCoop but he hasn't tweeted since June. #bham 1 day ago
  • Patrick Cooper is running for Mayor of Birmingham, has a three-point plan. Not "Let's Do Something." http://bit.ly/42EgLb 1 day ago
  • Story and Video: Smitherman terminates Langford chief of staff http://bit.ly/3VoUQS 1 day ago
  • Smitherman names Kevin Moore interim chief of staff. #bham 2 days ago
  • Presser over. 2 days ago
  • Says he's committed to the city. Ready to work hard, etc. Smitherman talking. Paepcke asks if any charges pressed against Bowie. No. #bham 2 days ago
  • But seriously folks, Mr. Moore last worked in Parks and Rec. He seems calm. Says this is a very important time for the city. #bham 2 days ago
  • He last worked in the Parks and Rec. dept, possibly under Leslie Knope. If you don't get it, google it. #bham 2 days ago
  • Moore has been associated with city hall in #bham for 14 years. Says there's a lot of work to be done. Going to work with budget and finance 2 days ago
  • Smitherman hopes to have proposals on how to fix the budget shortfall by Tuesday, says Moore is working through the weekend. #bham 2 days ago
  • Everyone is subject to review, smitherman says. #bham 2 days ago
  • Smitherman says she's been interviewing the Mayor's staff individually to find out who knew what about budget. #bham 2 days ago
  • More updates...

War on Dumb

The aftermath of Larry Langford 

The aftermath of Larry Langford 

Last week’s verdict established Larry Langford’s guilt, but it will be a long time before we’re done settling all his unanswered questions. 

Upon Further Review

Dear (New) Mayor, Let’s talk sports…

Dear (New) Mayor, Let’s talk sports…

Whoever emerges from the special election in December holding my city’s mantle of leadership inherits a sports scene that is in the direst of straits.

Column

The Ballad of Federal Gaol

The Ballad of Federal Gaol

A poem about an ex-mayor & a prisoner-to-be.

Film

Paranormal Activity yields big scares

Paranormal Activity yields big scares

Paranormal Activity builds scares out of shadows, loud noises and anticipation.

Small World Cartoons

Not My President

Not My President

When “your man” didn’t become President, what did you say?

Suburban Legends

Batdance

Batdance

Some thoughts on the end of society