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The Deep South doesn’t have long cold winters as its neighbors to the North, but on a Sunday afternoon in January 2016, winter showed its not-so-friendly face as a loyal group of music loving fans gathered together for a special occasion. These devoted fans came together at The Frog Pond at Blue Moon Farm to celebrate the artistry of the musicians and songwriters signed in 2015 to the Alabama-based…
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JOHNNY COLE JOHNNY COLE’S FAVORITE ALBUMS OF 2015 (1-20 of 300): The following list provides an overall look at what Johnny Cole enjoyed in 2015. (A LINK TO COMPLETE EXTENDED LIST FOLLOWS LISTING). The albums were all officially released between January and December of the year. EPs, Greatest Hits, Remastered albums, collections and box sets do not appear on this particular list. *blue – highlights the albums by musicians seen…
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In previous articles, I have written about what an exciting year 2015 has been for artist Robby Amonett, photographer Stephen Anderson, and The Southland Music Line. Personally, I have several people to thank for their contributions to The Line. Obviously, I thank Stephen and Robby for making this pilgrimage in search of great music with me. iT has been a fun journey and continues to be at The Line. I…
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The Southland Music Line’s mission has remained the same since forming in the autumn of 2013 at Jack’s by the Tracks in Pascagoula, MS, Robby Amonett (artist), Stephen Anderson (photographer) and I (writer) have maintained a consistent search for the best music on our pilgrimage across the South and abroad. Our ultimate goal is to spread the word about the music and venues we encounter on the road. We have…
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(above photo: courtesy of MCE Photography | Chad Edwards) Readers of The Southland Music Line are well aware of the contributions Stephen Anderson brings to the table. His photos help us visualize the live music shows and events that we attend throughout the year. Anderson, an accomplished photographer, has been putting his talent to use for years at live music venues. He has photographed many well-known artists, including several all-time…
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(above photo:©Fred Salinas Photography) Since Robby Amonett, Stephen Anderson and I first formed The Southland Music Line, we have seen and/or discussed an unlimited amount of music. Robby Amonett sees approximately 250 shows each year and paints the musicians at each and every show. Often these shows or music events consist of multiple bands or musicians, providing Amonett with subjects for a staggering number of fabulous…
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This year, The Southland Music Line presented an opportunity to its readers to participate in our first Readers’ Choice Awards. The voting took place during the entire month of November and first week of December. The awards were made up of 4 categories and one question. We asked our readers to select 2015’s Music Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Top Music Venues (indoor and outdoor) and a…
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There are things in life that seem to stack up beside one another with a special creative blend to the admiration of many onlookers. On the rarest of occasions, a musician is able to strike with a strong meaningful album, not once, but twice. Yes, it’s not the impossible, but when it occurs it’s something to be valued and admired. During 2012, one such band, The Mulligan Brothers, delivered a…
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Stephen Anderson and I, both of The Southland Music Line, finally attended a Corey Rezner show – our first opportunity since the release of his album, “Mercy Mercy” (A 2015 Baldwin County Public Records release produced by Anthony Crawford and recorded at Admiral Bean Studios in Loxley, AL). The 2015 album, complete with original material by Rezner, translates well and was delivered nicely at the Listening Room in Mobile, AL…
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A few months ago, word spread of a new music venue on the horizon in Mobile, AL. The Southland Music Line was excited about the news. We always look forward to opportunities of seeing great music at a variety of quality venues – hope was The Merry Widow would be such a place. The ever growing music scene of Mobile, AL and the Gulf Coast region has become known for…
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