Any kid can start a garage band pretty easily; it’s a rite of passage in music. Being rough around the edges is expected. But starting a jazz band? That takes...
I first met Craig Ingraham—as well as the Troubadour’s Kent Johnson (aka Phil Harmonic)—in late 1971 when we were cast in the first American rock opera,...
In any neighborhood I find myself in, Spacebar is exactly the kind of place I look for: an independent, local café—my favorite kind. I have spent...
Have you ever noticed that we refer to musicians as “artists”? As in, “The Artist Formerly Known as Prince” or “the artist performing for you tonight”?...
In an April 2025 interview with Guitar Player magazine, guitarist par excellence Tommy Emmanuel described his typical day when he’s on tour. That day begins with...
Seeing prolific veteran singer-songwriter Richard Thompson in concert is an experience, unique in its dynamics, diversity, and heart. He has covered ground over the years and...
On March 15th the San Diego Folk Heritage will celebrate the music and life of longtime singer, songwriter, and percussion master extraordinaire, Steve White. White was...
Life really changed for the Gipsy Kings and their co-founder, Tonino Ballardo, in his pre-fame 20s during the 1980s. They were playing music on the beaches...
In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day in particular, it seems only right to talk about women in music, particularly a couple I’ve...
