Pictured: Kentucky Knife Fight Hey, whaddya doin’ Saturday? Gotta hot date? Doesn’t matter. Bring her (him?) along to the party. Of course, I’m talking about the super spectacular Firebrand Recording Showcase at one of the best venues in all of Saint Louis, Off Broadway. It’s a night designed to celebrate the local recording studio, owned … Read more
Well, look who’s all grown up. LouFest (September 7th and 8th) has hit a grand slam with its amazing 2013 lineup, one that features headliners The Killers, Wilco, The National, and Alabama Shakes. This year’s event will feature three stages in St. Louis’ Forest Park, with one stage “tucked into the trees.” Previously, the fest … Read more
We’re pumped to be a part of the 2nd Annual Open Highway Music Festival at Off Broadway on August 7, 8, 9, and 10. Tickets are now on sale here (we’d like to note that a 4-day pass is only $40). Here’s the lineup, along with a video/song or two. See you at Off Broadway … Read more
The nitty-gritty rockers of Kentucky Knife Fight are getting ready to release their new single, “Misshapen Love” as a 7″, and oh, is it a doozy. Jason Holler’s fiery vocals elevate the tale of a lover scorned burned and left to blaze alone. Top that off with incendiary lead guitar and a combustible horn section, … Read more
A few years ago, my friend Anthony sent me a text message that simply read: Hayes Fuckin’ Carll. Couldn’t have said it better myself, really. When I listen to Carll’s music, I feel like I’m listening to one of the best country/rock/folk musicians of our time. I’m being serious — name another artist who writes … Read more
Artwork by Nate Jones of Kentucky Knife Fight New Year’s Eve can be hard, man. It’s usually flavored with the cynicism of downtrodden naysayers or the overly high expectations of innocent eager beavers (see: all the people who paid money to see this). Between the solo whiskey sippers and the prix fixe four course dinners … Read more