Colorado string band Trout Steak Revival, ambassadors of their home state’s progressive bluegrass scene, descended on Nashville’s City Winery recently to celebrate the unveiling of their now-released album, Spirit To the Sea. The room was configured differently on that special evening; tables normally positioned in front of the stage were moved to make room to... Continue Reading →
Album Review: Trout Streak Revival – Spirit To The Sea
Trout Steak Revival has nothing to prove, yet everything to show off in their fourth album, Spirit To The Sea, set for release on November 3rd. This Colorado-based quintet displays growth and maturity as they reach great heights in their expression and their harmonies, with a richer and tighter sound than their previous endeavors. The... Continue Reading →
Don’t Miss The 2017 Blue Ox Music Festival!
From June 8-10, 2017, thousands of roots music fans from across the glove will gather amongst the dense, sun-speckled pine forests of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the heart of Paul Bunyan country, to enjoy the world-class lineup that is this year's Blue Ox Music Festival. Hosted each year by progressive Americana band Pert Near Sandstone, Blue Ox showcases the complex... Continue Reading →
Interview: John Craigie
John Craigie, self-described class clown, observational humorist, and folky singer of stories, will release his new album, No Rain, No Rose, on January 27th—a follow-up and sonic contrast to his last studio effort, Working On My Farewell. The California native relocated to Portland a couple of years ago, after a long stint on the road... Continue Reading →
Show Preview: Trout Steak Revival at 3rd & Lindsley on 2/14/16
“We really try to put our friendship first, and it shows in the music,” says Bevin Foley, fiddle player for roots quintet Trout Steak Revival. The band, comprised of Foley, Travs McNamara (banjo), Steve Foltz (mandloin, guitar), Will Kester (dobro), and Casey Houlihan (upright bass), is currently on tour supporting their third and latest record,... Continue Reading →