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Hollis Brown by Shervin Lainez

Coming Up: Hollis Brown at The Nick

Before they play The nick, we spoke with frontman Mike Montali about the difference between the Queens and Brooklyn music scenes, recording their record, and Bob Dylan.

Los Coast by Greg Giannukos

Los Coast Lands at Saturn

We look back on Los Coast’s recent show at Saturn, then we catch up with guitarist John Courtney about their new record and the changing scene in Austin, TX.

Son Volt

Coming Up: Son Volt at Saturn

Facing the myriad issues causing division in the U.S. today, the alt-country pioneers are looking for something to bring society back together.

Mega Ran and MC Lars

Mega Ran and MC Lars: The Mt. Nerdcore Tour

While the 8-bit beeps and buzzes of their chiptune portfolios may elicit instant nostalgia, nerdcore artists Mega Ran and MC Lars are turning over a new leaf for their latest joint project.

Matthew Mayfield: Gun Shy

We catch up with Mayfield about his new album, work relationships, and the importance of knowing you are not alone.

Record Store Day 2019

Record Store Day is coming up this Saturday, April 13, and Birmingham’s own record stores are preparing for their busiest day of the year.

Dirty Honey

Coming Up: Dirty Honey at Zydeco

L.A. rockers Dirty Honey play April 4 at Zydeco. We spoke with them about “retro” rock, touring with Slash, and the pros/cons of music in the digital age.

Wilder Adkins

While his adroit fingerstyle rings with Southern charm, the nuances of Adkins’ music defy Americana norms. With is latest album of hymns, one may question if the genre really suits his work at all.

Get to Know the Voices Behind Local Mash

Brad Lyons and R. Daniel Long, Jr., the duo behind the Birmingham Mountain Radio show Local Mash, are giving a voice to the many talented artists who call Birmingham home.