Credit: Tyler Garcia St. Paul and the Broken Bones formed in 2012 in Birmingham, Alabama. It's made up of six members, featuring Paul Janeway on vocals. They also tour with trombone and baritone saxophones. Janeway and bassist Jesse Phillips had been playing together for many years but decided to give music one last shot before moving onto their … [Read more...] about Music Monday: St. Paul and the Broken Bones
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Music Monday: Otis Redding
Otis Redding Jr. was a high school dropout who supported his family by playing with Little Richard's band the Upsetters. After a chance encounter at Stax Recording Studio, he signed his first contract. His music initially reached primarily African American audiences, but later became widely appreciated, honoring him with number one record on the Billboards charts. He was … [Read more...] about Music Monday: Otis Redding
The South’s Best Music Venues
The South is rich in musical culture and history, bringing us some of the most influential artists of the past hundred years. Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Gladys Knight, R.E.M., and more all shaped the way our music is today. So if you're visiting the region for the first or hundredth time, stop by one of the south's best music venues for the chance to see who's going to be the … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Music Venues
Music Monday: R.E.M.
Credit: bradalmanac R.E.M. is one of the most beloved bands from the 1990s, with hits like "End of the World" and "Superman." Formed in Athens, Georgia in 1980, the band released their first album, Murmur, which features a well-known abandoned railroad trestle in their hometown on the jacket cover. After a handful of mediocre names, the band settled on "R.E.M.," the … [Read more...] about Music Monday: R.E.M.
The Best Southern Music Festivals to Attend
The South has a longstanding musical legacy covering most styles of music, from R&B to rock to bluegrass. All trace their heritage to the region. It has also produced some of the country's most famous artists, such as Elvis Presley and the Allman Brothers Band, to name a few. So it makes sense that music festivals would thrive here. Here are our picks … [Read more...] about The Best Southern Music Festivals to Attend
