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Painted Palms “Horizons”

September 2, 2015 Lauren Beverly Music, Music Reviews

What do The Jackson Five, The Osmonds and The Sylvers have in common with Painted Palms? Each of these bands is a family act. Painted Palms was formed by two Louisiana based cousins Reese Donohue and Christopher Prudhomme, who did most of their collaborating via the internet due to long distance between them. Now, the duo is about to release their new album Horizons in September. Horizons has dazzling melodies and outstanding beats. I guarantee you will be dancing before the night is through.

Stolen Jars “Kept”

August 28, 2015 Lauren Beverly Music, Music Reviews

If you liked Stolen Jars’ first album, then you will love their new album Kept. The indie music project of singers Cody Fitzgerald and Molly Grund, Stolen Jars takes their inspiration from popular artists such as Elvis Costello, Sufjan Stevens and Dirty Projectors.

Ben Rector “Brand New”

August 27, 2015 Lauren Beverly Music, Music Reviews

Ben Rector is described as a “DIY (do it yourself) musician” who is also skilled with the guitar and keyboard. Ben’s new album Brand New has a little bit of everything for everybody, and it also shows Ben’s sense of humor (Crazy) and his ability to enjoy life as though no one is watching (Like the World is Going to End). So let’s turn on Ben’s “brand new” album and have an awesome time, shall we?

Ruby Amanfu “Standing Still”

August 26, 2015 Lauren Beverly Music, Music Reviews

Ruby Amanfu has quite a musical history. She recorded her first album So Now the World Knows while in high school and performed with The White Stripes’ Jack White as well as appearing on NBC’s The Sing-Off. Now she’s about to release her newest album Standing Still. This songstress has a voice that demands to be heard and all of her fans are excited to hear what she has to say.

Jiffy Lube Live venue welcomes Chris Brown, Teyana Taylor, Kid Ink, Omarion, and Fetty Wap

One Hell of A Show from Chris Brown

August 24, 2015 Lauren Cash Music, Music Reviews

Expectations were definitely met this past weekend at Jiffy Lube Live for Chris Brown’s ONE HELL OF A NITE tour. Not only was it one hell of a night, but also it was one of the most energetic (and most talked about) concerts around. The young and beautiful, Teyana Taylor brought her vocals to VA with an awesome opening for the rest of the night’s headliners. She doesn’t let us forget who she is and why she is here to stay.

Frog Eyes “Pickpocket’s Locket”

August 24, 2015 Lauren Beverly Music, Music Reviews

Indie rock band Frog Eyes has returned with their sixth studio album Pickpocket’s Locket. Carey Mercer, formerly of the band Blue Pine, leads this Canadian band. The release of their singles Joe with the Jam and Two Girls have given their fans a taste of what Pickpocket’s Locket has to offer them and they are offering their very best.

Dick Dale at Rams Head On Stage

August 20, 2015 Alan Duckworth Music Reviews

Tuesday August 18th 8p.m. – There are few musicians around (if any) who can say they influenced Jimi Hendrix. Dick Dale is one of those musicians. The King of Surf Guitar, Dick Dale pioneered the surf rock music sound that was all the rage in the early sixties. His unconventional approach helped sculpt rock into the form it is today. Tonight he ignited a capacity Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis.

Herbcraft “Wot Oz”

August 19, 2015 Lauren Beverly Music, Music Reviews

Ladies and gentlemen, are you ready to rock? Are you ready to have the greatest concert experience of your life? I know I am. Herbcraft is here to give you that awesome experience. Their new album Wot Oz is definitely perfect for the people who lived through the sixties and those who simply love the music. Mastered by Timothy Stollenwerk, Wot Oz will take some of you back to the days of Woodstock and make you relive some of your greatest memories.

Review by Stephanie Taylor - Photography by Dean Rogers

Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire Together Again!

August 17, 2015 Stephanie Taylor Music, Music Reviews

Looking at the headliners for the Heart and Soul Tour, one might wonder how Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire ever wound up sharing the stage. After hearing them rock the house at Jiffy Lube Live like I did on Friday night, one might wonder why every concert isn’t this much fun!

Teen Daze “Morning World”

August 12, 2015 Lauren Beverly Music, Music Reviews

This is going to be a wonderful day, and Teen Daze is the reason for it. His new album Morning World is just the right album to start your day with. Based in British Columbia, Canada, Teen Daze is a producer who was discovered when he posted his songs on his Tumblr account. His debut EP Four More Years was released in 2010 and he’s been a hit ever since. Now with the release of his newest album Morning World, Teen Daze has shown us what it is that made him such a hit with fans.