The Fritz: Irma Make-up Dates, New Year’s Run and January Dates
When we last checked in with The Fritz, they were releasing new album Natural Mind. Then, they were set to embark on the Natural Mind … Continued
“There is No Them” – New Music from Ben Sparaco and The New Effect
Guitarist and singer/songwriter Ben Sparaco has made the most of his move from South Florida to Nashville, including the release of solo album Wooden a … Continued
Sounds of the Bits and Pixels Generation – Bit Brigade and Mega Ran at the Lowry Parcade
During the ’80s and ’90s, video game music was very prominent among gaming geeks like myself. During that time, video game music managed to make a … Continued
Nothing Like a Little Pre-Party to Get You Ready for Hometeam New Year’s Rally
Hard to imagine that New Year’s Eve is only four weeks away. In the Central Florida area, there are many fine options for that with … Continued
Meeting of the Spirits Indeed: John McLaughlin + Jimmy Herring + Their Bands
John McLaughlin is about to wrap up his final US tour December 9th in L.A. He and his band, The 4th Dimension, joined forces with … Continued
Rodrigo Y Gabriela and Marc Scibilia Make Magical Music in Clearwater
They had flashy lights. They had huge back screen projections. But none of that mattered. Only two aspects mattered, however. Rodrigo. Y Gabriela. OK, and … Continued
Musical Royalty on Display as John McLaughlin and Jimmy Herring Combine Forces
Article and photos by Hambone Sparklewell John McLaughlin‘s band, The 4th Dimension, performed at the Florida Theatre in Jacksonville on Friday, November 25, marking the legendary guitarist’s … Continued
The Big Orange Music Festival, The Second Coming: Bigger and Badder than Before
The Big Orange Music Festival in Punta Gorda came roaring back in a big way on Saturday, November 18, after Hurricane Irma nearly demolished the … Continued
Roosevelt Collier Does Thanksgiving in Florida, Then Jets to Michigan
Roosevelt Collier is a busy man. Tonight (Thanksgiving), he plays at the Re-Union for legendary Florida band S.P.O.R.E. at 1904 Music Hall in Jacksonville FL. … Continued
Miles Davis Electric Band: Simply Put, Fusion at its Finest
I’ve been a devoted Miles Davis fan for almost 50 years. I own 100+ albums and CDs of his music. I saw him perform in … Continued