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An Article by Johnny Cole Photos by Stephen Anderson When several talented musicians and performers come together to celebrate the release of a friend’s and peer’s latest music, it’s a special thing to behold. On the evening of Saturday, April 20, 2019, one such occasion, the “Soul Mexican Single Release Party with Red & the Revelers and Guests”, took place at Cedar Street Social Club, the popular Mobile, Alabama music…
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An Article by Brenda Germany Photos by Stephen Anderson “When all things are kind of right – right mentally and right with the music, it’s a special thing to be able to share our songs. We want to be right in our heart about making the music, and when that’s happening, hopefully that energy is coming across. It’s a gift to be able to connect with people in this way.…
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An Article by Brenda Germany Photos by Stephen Anderson Beginning this month, The Southland Music Line will debut an original series of MS Blues Trail articles and photo collections exploring well known and even a few off-the-beaten-path locations along the Blues Trail. First unveiled in 2006 by the MS Blues Commission and Gov. Haley Barbour, the Mississippi Blues Trail includes over 200 markers throughout the state and such far-flung places…
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An Article by Brenda Germany Photos by Stephen Anderson “Authentic isn’t a time capsule, it’s something older then taking regard for that and moving it forward. Authenticity is something that you go into with truth in your heart.” – Vanessa Niemann, Gal Holiday With that philosophy in mind Gal Holiday’s sound has evolved from the band’s inception in 2004 to their own unique style that is not your father’s Honky…
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What does “Breakfast in America” by Supertramp (1979) and “Sideshow Love” by Will Kimbrough (2014) have in common? In the year of their release, they were both named my favorite album of the year. The same can be said of such albums as 1982’s “Nebraska” by Bruce Springsteen, 1989’s “New York” by Lou Reed, 2013’s The Ghost of Escondido” by Escondido and 2017’s “First Cigarette” by Travis Meadows. Songs (singles/album…
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An Article by Brenda Germany Photos by Stephen Anderson If you’ve ever ventured off the beaten path in search of musical experiences beyond the mainstream, Jimbo Mathus is likely just what you were hoping to find. The primal, earthy and deeply southern, blues-infused rock elements of Mathus’ music irresistibly draw those who possess a hunger to take in the true life force of Mississippi’s multi-layered musical heritage. In late December…
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An Article by Johnny Cole Music has the power to unite, inspire, mend and bring cause for celebration. The duo of Sugarcane Jane continues to entertain us with their motivating music deeply layered with those traits – a traditional positive message – organic and real. Sugarcane Jane, the husband-wife duo of Anthony and Savana Crawford from Loxley, Alabama, has been the subject of countless articles and photo collections at The…
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An Article by Brenda Germany Photos by Stephen Anderson For many, the mention of Kiln, MS brings to mind a certain well-known football hero. However, “The Kiln” as it is referred to locally, is also home to another resident of note, quite literally. Sera Buras, known professionally as Serabee, is a prolific songwriter, vocalist, and musician who achieved nationwide recognition as a finalist in the opening season of NBC’s vocal…
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An Article by Brenda Germany Photos by Stephen Anderson “You know, you’d prefer to play for people who understand the Blues and are into it. When you’re playing for that group of people it’s kind of like a family, like they’re a part of it and it isn’t about the musician; it’s about the music itself. So, there’s a good spirit about it. Of course, if you think it’s about…
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An Article by Brenda Germany Photos by Stephen Anderson Like the haze that rises from a river delta field in the moonlit dampness of hot summer nights, Delta Smoke’s rich vocal harmonies fuse with haunting guitar and harmonica melodies to waft and swirl in the listener’s mind remaining there long after being heard. This recipient of the 2018 Nappie Award for Best New Local Band has received much acclaim along…
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