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: 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.
Coming Up: Shovels & Rope
Shovels & Rope play at Avondale Brewing on April 26. We spoke with the duo ahead of the show.
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.
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.
Terry Ohms: Terryfirma
We spoke with Terry Ohms/Wes McDonald about hisnew album, his role in Cornelius Chapel Records and his time in alternative music hub Athens, Georgia.
State of the Scene
The year is young, football season is over, and as Birmingham’s nightlife winds up again, let us take stock of what’s working, what’s not, and what we can do to improve our musical community.