ONE TO WATCH
Hypnogaja (www.myspace.com/hypnogaja): This multifaceted four-piece band out of
ON DECK
Spirit Vine (www.myspace.com/spiritvine), a psychedelic blues/rock band, is currently in the studio recording their debut album. They call Aldous Huxley one of their biggest influences and come together “to reach higher ground and play and share some rock & roll.” It’s the kind of music that makes you want to roll around in the grass under the stars, but the band’s raw sensibilities make for a nice “swing around on the dance floor” vibe to complement the live show. Check them out if you’re in
BAND/ARTIST UPDATES
The Pennyroyals (www.myspace.com/pennyroyals): Since posting a five-song preview of their debut record one week ago on MySpace, The Pennyroyals are averaging 5-10k plays a day. In addition, they’ve garnered some major label interest in releasing the record, produced by Mike Plotnikoff (Buckcherry, All American Rejects, Hoobastank) and have several showcases lined up in the coming weeks.
Max Morgan (www.maxmorgan.com): Playing this Saturday (5/2) at the Viper Room. Max is also tweeting. Add him at www.twitter.com/maxmorganmusic and follow away.
BIG CHANGES AT RCA: EDGE UPS PITTS TO PREZ, FLECK TO COO; RICCITELLI TO EXIT
Recalibrating for changing tastes. (1/15a)
DANGEROUS TIMES: A CONVERSATION WITH MORGAN WALLEN
As his song says, "Livin' the Dream." (1/14a)
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RAINMAKERS
Bring your umbrella.
GRAMMYS: WHERE TO FROM HERE?
After the snubs, the show.
HOW TO FIND 11,780 VOTES
It's the way all the biggest mob bosses did it.
MOVING THE NEEDLE
When vaccination schedules and touring schedules meet.
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