Your Front Row Seat To Americana Music
In a year of phenomenal releases from folks like Sturgill Simpson, Austin Lucas, and Caleb Caudle, just to name a few, it seems just plain lazy to utter an attack on country music. Sure, commercial country may be nothing more than jingles or dance club cuts, but, if you spend any time looking around, it... Continue Reading →
Nashville may be the country music capital, but musical greatness can be found throughout the fine state of Tennessee. Cereus Bright, an alt-folk five-piece hailing from Knoxville, are up-and-coming legends in their own right. Their debut album, Excuses, is a songwriting masterpiece. We've all encountered albums housing songs that all sound the same, with little to no... Continue Reading →
Tyler Anthony, hirsute co-founder of Knoxville, Tennessee-based folk rock outfit Cereus Bright, is walking to the band’s hometown practice space during our recent chat, when he is caught off guard by a cold and wet surprise. “So, a truck just drove by and threw a cup of ice and water on me, mid-interview!” he exclaims.... Continue Reading →
Knoxville, Tennessee's Americana powerhouse, The Black Lillies, have announced a new tour to support their latest release, Hard to Please (Attack Monkey/Thirty Tigers). The enchanting and introspective ten-song set boasts fierce country rockers, Southern-style soul, and touch of twang that will have you scootin’ your boots at the first listen. The band's eclecticism won’t surprise anyone who has had... Continue Reading →