http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/jfp.php/music/ en demonsblaze@gmail.com Copyright 2012 2012-06-20T23:49:17+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_flaming_lips_light_up_jackson_062012/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_flaming_lips_light_up_jackson_062012/#When:23:49:17Z The Flaming Lips have a challenge ahead of them: eight cities, eight concerts, nearly 700 miles on a bus, more than 10 supporting and collaborating artists, one awards show, 24 awards and one world record—all in 24 hours. And every second streamed live on the Internet.by Jacob Fuller June 20, 2012 The Flaming Lips have a challenge ahead of them: eight cities, eight concerts, nearly 700 miles on a bus, more than 10 supporting and collaborating artists, one awards show, 24 awards and one world record—all in 24 hours. And every second streamed live on the Internet. Music Features 2012-06-20T23:49:17+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_mysterious_and_noisy_new_duo_062012/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_mysterious_and_noisy_new_duo_062012/#When:23:45:17Z When the indie group Youth Lagoon performed at the Cats Purring Dude Ranch in Oxford, Miss., they needed an opening act. At the time, ILLLS was just a side project of 21-year-old Jim Barrett of Oxford, and 22-year-old Steven Ross of Jackson. Barrett was involved with the band Young Buffalo, and Ross had a solo project called Slow Talk.By Briana Robinson June 20, 2012 When the indie group Youth Lagoon performed at the Cats Purring Dude Ranch in Oxford, Miss., they needed an opening act. At the time, ILLLS was just a side project of 21-year-old Jim Barrett of Oxford, and 22-year-old Steven Ross of Jackson. Barrett was involved with the band Young Buffalo, and Ross had a solo project called Slow Talk. Artists To Watch 2012-06-20T23:45:17+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_key_of_g_how_malaco_got_its_groove_back_062012/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_key_of_g_how_malaco_got_its_groove_back_062012/#When:23:41:17Z You might remember a piece I wrote for Boom Jackson magazine a couple years ago about Jackson's Malaco Records, the world-famous and highly revered label known as a soul, blues and gospel powerhouse. My piece focused on the label's ability to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances in the music industry over the years. Transitioning from full-service record label to gospel compilation seller to distribution channel for independent artists, Malaco has never backed down from a challenge.by Garrad Lee June 20, 2012 You might remember a piece I wrote for Boom Jackson magazine a couple years ago about Jackson's Malaco Records, the world-famous and highly revered label known as a soul, blues and gospel powerhouse. My piece focused on the label's ability to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances in the music industry over the years. Transitioning from full-service record label to gospel compilation seller to distribution channel for independent artists, Malaco has never backed down from a challenge. Reviews, The Key Of G 2012-06-20T23:41:17+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/wtf_is_zoogma_06202012/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/wtf_is_zoogma_06202012/#When:16:03:05Z Zoogma. It's a word that on the surface doesn't make a whole lot of sense. To some people, the word represents absolutely nothing. To others, it's a misspelling of the literary device Zeugma, a Greek word meaning "to bond." And to an increasing number of people, it's a guaranteed good time on a Saturday night.by Ross Cabell June 20, 2012 Zoogma. It's a word that on the surface doesn't make a whole lot of sense. To some people, the word represents absolutely nothing. To others, it's a misspelling of the literary device Zeugma, a Greek word meaning "to bond." And to an increasing number of people, it's a guaranteed good time on a Saturday night. 2012-06-20T16:03:05+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_band_that_moves_061312/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_band_that_moves_061312/#When:00:00:28Z When John Parker started a band in 2004, he had to think of a name. "It was one of those things where I asked myself what I want people to do when I play, and Time to Move Band was what I came up with," he says.by Greg Pigott June 13, 2012 When John Parker started a band in 2004, he had to think of a name. "It was one of those things where I asked myself what I want people to do when I play, and Time to Move Band was what I came up with," he says. 2012-06-14T00:00:28+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/natalies_notes_the_future_of_jacksons_music_scene_061312/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/natalies_notes_the_future_of_jacksons_music_scene_061312/#When:23:48:59Z Just the other day, I couldn't help but brag about how musically awesome Jackson has been in the last year. From the Allman Brothers (Dusty and Buck) doing their part in getting national acts to the City with Soul, to the impressive bars, restaurants and venues we have here that support live, local music, to Ardenland bringing in a wide variety of musical acts, I'd say Jackson is looking up.by Natalie Long June 13, 2012 Just the other day, I couldn't help but brag about how musically awesome Jackson has been in the last year. From the Allman Brothers (Dusty and Buck) doing their part in getting national acts to the City with Soul, to the impressive bars, restaurants and venues we have here that support live, local music, to Ardenland bringing in a wide variety of musical acts, I'd say Jackson is looking up. Natalie's Notes, Music Features 2012-06-13T23:48:59+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/from_the_ukulele_to_60s_pop_060612/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/from_the_ukulele_to_60s_pop_060612/#When:23:49:19Z Completely recorded in his home in Oxford and in a cabin in Taylor, Miss., Dent May's "Do Things" is something of a fresh start. For his first album, "The Good Feeling of Dent May and His Magnificent Ukulele," which came out in February 2009, May only had about two weeks to record and felt like some ideas got lost in the shuffle.by Briana Robinson June 6, 2012 Completely recorded in his home in Oxford and in a cabin in Taylor, Miss., Dent May's "Do Things" is something of a fresh start. For his first album, "The Good Feeling of Dent May and His Magnificent Ukulele," which came out in February 2009, May only had about two weeks to record and felt like some ideas got lost in the shuffle. This time, May took up to a year. Artists To Watch, Music Features, Reviews 2012-06-06T23:49:19+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_key_of_g_a_little_love_note_to_the_city_of_jackson_060612/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/the_key_of_g_a_little_love_note_to_the_city_of_jackson_060612/#When:23:41:58Z Fashionista, Screech-hater and, dare I say, philosopher Lisa Turtle once asked, "What is art? Are we art? Is art art?"by Garrad Lee June 6, 2012 Fashionista, Screech-hater and, dare I say, philosopher Lisa Turtle once asked, "What is art? Are we art? Is art art?" Reviews, The Key Of G 2012-06-06T23:41:58+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/travelin_band_053012/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/travelin_band_053012/#When:23:22:01Z Whether he is opening for Eric Church in front of 20,000 people or headlining a Friday night show at Hank’s Texas Grille in McKinney, Texas, Blackberry Smoke frontman Charlie Starr is at home on the stage.by Jacob Fuller May 30, 2012 Whether he is opening for Eric Church in front of 20,000 people or headlining a Friday night show at Hank’s Texas Grille in McKinney, Texas, Blackberry Smoke frontman Charlie Starr is at home on the stage. Artists To Watch, Events, Music Features 2012-05-30T23:22:01+00:00 http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/natalies_notes_the_sound_guys_of_music_053012/ http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/site/comments/natalies_notes_the_sound_guys_of_music_053012/#When:23:19:30Z While many of us attend concerts and festivals to hear great live music, it is common to forget that it’s not only the band making great music, but it’s the behind-the-scenes sound engineers (aka “the sound guys”) that help create that music so dear to our hearts.by Natalie Long May 30, 2012 While many of us attend concerts and festivals to hear great live music, it is common to forget that it’s not only the band making great music, but it’s the behind-the-scenes sound engineers (aka “the sound guys”) that help create that music so dear to our hearts. And while it may be true that drummers and bassists don’t get the love from the music community they so readily deserve, our sound guys often take back seat or get no recognition at all for all their hard work. They make sure bands sound good and can hear themselves; they get the levels right at live gigs or in the studio. Natalie's Notes, Reviews 2012-05-30T23:19:30+00:00