by Jonathan Sindelman In anticipation of 2012’s Earshot Jazz Festival in Seattle, I am introducing a series of reviews based on ECM Records, whose extraordinary...
We ain’t gonna deny it, we here at SMI love us some Allen Stone. We dig authentic soul music, thoughtful lyrics, a tight groove, and catchy...
Kristen Ward has been doing her thing around the great Northwest for a few years now, both on her own and sharing the stage with...
Jack White @ WaMu Theater (8/14/12) Let’s just put it out there right away: the WaMu Theater is a terrible venue for concerts. It’s a...
By Jonathan Sindelman At 47, Ravi Coltrane now carries within him a musical legacy that encompasses a special combination of history, family, and a uniquely...
Video By Julia Bruk SMI correspondent Pete Shin stopped by the Jet City Stream Vitamin Water Live Lounge sessions on Day 1 of the Capitol Hill Block Party...
By Timmy Held Enjoying Extras/B-side/Rarities albums as much, or even more, than a band’s studio efforts is a phenomenon that I have yet to understand....
Lemolo is an infectious atmospheric pop / folk duo comprised of Meagan Grandall (voices, guitar, piano) and Kendra Cox (piano, drums). This outfit has an affinity...
By Alina Shanin The Rockstar Mayhem Festival 2012 has been celebrating metal and breaking records in ticket sales, which pans out well for the younger...
You always hope for good weather and great bands when you go to music festivals. Northwest LoveFest delivered the goods on the music end, in spite...
By Jonathan Sindelman Spectrum Road @ Dimitrious Jazz Alley, Sunday, June 24th One of the most exciting aspects of any concert experience is to arrive and...
By Timmy Held Daydream Vacation is somewhat of a Seattle supergroup. Consisting of singer, guitarist, keyboardist, and producer Dave Einmo (Head Like a Kite), vocalist...