Temple for Talent, by Eric StracenerSince the heyday of recording on Farish Street passed, the only local label with any real national name recognition has been Malaco Records, which has continued with a steady output of high-quality R&B and soul from the label and its …
The Alamo Lives On, by Scott BarrettaThe spirit of Farish Street in the '50s and '60s is evoked at the Alamo Theatre on the third Friday of each month when The Musicians take the stage for the Jazz, Blues, and More concert series, now in its …
Young and Restless, by David ChiltonTwo years ago I went to an all-ages show at Musiquarium. As I entered Banner Hall, I heard this massive buzz from upstairs. My jaw dropped when I entered MQ, because there were well over a hundred kids packed in …
State of Hip-Hop, by Alphonso MayfieldThe biggest news involves one of the most storied labels in hip-hop. Island Def Jam head Lyor Cohen recently left his position to head Warner Music Group's U. S. Recorded Music right on the heels of WMG being purchased by …
A Sweet Little Scene, by James HughesIt's September 1983, and I'm hanging around the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, regretting that I've shown up six months too late to get into grad school and waiting to catch a bus to wherever. With evening settling in …
[TV] A Soapbox AlternativeTired of standing on that shaky box of wood, the sound of your voice becoming moisture laden with 90 percent (or more) humidity? Take a cue from June Hardwick and Stacia Glasgow, two Jackson women who have traded in their …
Let Us Rise in Love, by Carole CannonSweet Honey in the Rock shows up and shows out. This hurricane of African American women whirling, playing percussive instruments, moaning, humming, laughing, soothing, sassing, singing. In voices as deep as the Atlantic Ocean, as high as the sun at …
[Jacktown] Hip-Hop High Society, by Alphonso MayfieldI should call this the good and the bad issue because there are several Jackson artists who have benefited from good fortune and several that have suffered from some severe mishaps affecting the game lately. One of the biggest headline-grabbers …
Mississippi Gospel and Bluegrass OpryMississippi Gospel and Bluegrass Opry - Sat., Feb. 12, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Harmony & Grits. Pearl Community Room, next to Pearl City Hall, Old Brandon Rd. $7.50, Kids free. 924-1175. www.msoprygospelbluegrass.com
Bach to BluesBach-To-Blues series offers live secular or sacred music at Trinity Lutheran Church every 3rd Sunday at 6 PM. The Jackson church is located at 6401 US Highway 18 W at Siwell Road. The public is invited to enjoy live music …
TOP MUSIC RELEASES OF 20031. TV on the Radio- Young Liars EP- Incredibly unique fuse of guitars, feedback, muted electronics and soulful vocals (early Peter Gabriel meets Seal).
"I Hear That Train A'Comin'" Scott MillerSinger/songwriter Scott Miller, formerly of the V-Roys and now a Sugar Hill recording artist, is a true triple threat. He is a great songwriter and singer and fantastic guitar player. Miller's music, however, does not defy description—pure and simple, it …
[Jacktown] Throwbacks and Hot Acts, by Alphonso MayfieldAnother year has passed. While I must admit that 2003 was hotter than a country nightclub on a Delta summer night, 2004 looks to be even more promising—especially for new groups. But let's begin with the announcement of David Banner's …
"These Things Take Time," PeabodyI've been a Peabody junkie for years. I first caught this dead-ahead New Orleans rock band more than 10 years ago at an Anne Rice coven party. They've been in my head ever since. As befitting the title of their …
[Jacktown] M-I-CROOKED's Year, by Alphonso MayfieldFirst off, I really want to thank everyone for the love that I have received since I started writing this column. All the pounds and props I've been getting have been very appreciated. A lot happened this past year that …