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Two Giants, Four Strings, and One Remarkable Night at Philadelphia’s Miller Theater
On April 21, 2026, I attended an extraordinary concert at the Miller Theater in Philadelphia featuring bassists Edgar Meyer and Christian McBride. Their captivating performance, filled with humor and musical brilliance, showcased the limitless potential of the upright bass, transforming the evening into a profound and emotional experience. The attentive audience amplified the magic of… Read more
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The Rolling Stones Found Their Soul Again in 1980 and 1981 — and the World Still Hasn’t Fully Caught Up
The Rolling Stones’ albums Emotional Rescue and Tattoo You mark a crucial evolution in their sound during the early 1980s. Often viewed as transitional, they are instead transformational, showcasing the band’s sophisticated groove and restraint, especially in Charlie Watts’ drumming. These underrated records reflect the Stones’ mastery of subtlety and atmosphere. Read more
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Worcester MA Travel: The Palladium, Dan’s Rockin Cafe, and One Hell of a Sandwich
A work trip to Worcester, MA leads to a hidden gem—Dan’s Rockin Cafe—next to the legendary Palladium, plus one unforgettable sandwich called The Hot Chick. Read more
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Why Netflix’s The Singers Left Me with Goosebumps and Tears
The Singers Review: Why This Netflix Short Hit Me Right in the Soul Every once in a while something comes along that reminds you why music matters so damn much. For me, that happened this week watching The Singers on Netflix. Now, I’ll admit up front—I may have been predisposed to love this thing because… Read more
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Tedeschi Trucks Band Is Not For Me
I don’t like Moe. I’ve tried, but they don’t move me. Click here to read my 2017 ramble after seeing them at NJ’s Wellmont Theatre. I don’t dig Phish. Although a big Tweezer phan, I don’t enjoy their shows. I wish I did. The Tedeschi Trucks Band (TTB) is now officially on my “pass” list… Read more
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John Kadlecik and friends shares super Jerry Garcia Band sound at The Capitol Theatre (Feb 28, 2026)
I bailed on a $275 ticket a few weeks ago to see Joe Russo’s Almost Dead at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY. I have written before about the amazingly talented musicians (like Jrad) playing the Dead’s music in the post Jerry era (click here for my 2021 story entitled “The End of The… Read more
