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Album at a glance: Here’s To The Life! – Eternal Means Forever

Posted on January 31, 2017 by VocalsOnTop

Here’s To The Life! is among the more prolific artists in the Midwest. This is another EP of strong songs with a little different flavor. Lately Patrick Rivera has started to plug back in and this 4 song EP is … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon: Wayne “The Train” Hancock at Knucklehead’s In Kansas City 2/12/17

Posted on January 27, 2017 by VocalsOnTop

WHO’S PLAYING?  Wayne “The Train” Hancock (Denton, TX) WHAT TO EXPECT?  The purest of country music and the best western swing that money can pay for… Wayne “The Train” Hancock like his name would suggest is relentless. He just released his excellent 9th … Continue reading →

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250 word album review: Mike Doughty – The Heart Watches While the Brain Burns

Posted on January 24, 2017 by VocalsOnTop

It’s a bit of a mystery exactly why Mike Doughty’s music is so appealing. It just feels very authentic and original, he’s also a good songwriter but what it just might be is the way he sings. Not only is … Continue reading →

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250 word album review: Todd Snider – Eastside Bulldog

Posted on January 17, 2017 by VocalsOnTop

Todd Snider is one of the most entertaining acts around. He puts on brilliant concerts and puts out great records. Lately he has experimented a little and it has had mixed results though. His two records with his supergroup Hard … Continue reading →

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Album at a glance: Hawk – I’m On Fire

Posted on January 16, 2017 by VocalsOnTop

Hawk wears their influences on their sleeve and there is nothing wrong with that. A ton of their sound is inspired by the classic rock roots many musicians have, Hawk just is very direct about them. On “Mother Road” you … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon: Robbie Fulks in Kansas City 2/14/17

Posted on January 16, 2017 by VocalsOnTop

  WHO’S PLAYING?  Robbie Fulks (Chicago, IL) WHAT TO EXPECT?  Classic country and engaging storytelling… Robbie Fulks is a professional and accomplished musician. At 53 years old his latest record “Upland Stories” was recently nominated for TWO Grammy’s (Best Folk Album and Best … Continue reading →

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Vocals On Top’s Top 10 Albums of 2016

Posted on January 4, 2017 by VocalsOnTop

I love doing top albums of the year lists, why are they all so early though? Well, 2016 is officially over so I’m proud to unveil my list now. Here are the lists from the last few years if you are … Continue reading →

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250 word album review: Taj Mahal -Labor of Love

Posted on December 12, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

Everyone knows what Taj Mahal brings to the table. There won’t be many surprises but you still know it will be quality. One of the most experienced bluesmen in history keeps on track with his 47th album Labor of Love. … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon: Handpicked with Under The Big Oak Tree

Posted on November 29, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

WHO’S PLAYING?  Under The Big Oak Tree (and guests) (St. Joseph, MO) WHAT TO EXPECT?  Billed as “Winter Greens” this is another very unique concert that will feature songs related to the winter and the holiday season. The event will be part of … Continue reading →

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250 word album review: Ashley Raines – King of Nothin’

Posted on November 25, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

The black album cover should tell you a lot about what you need to know about Ashley Raines’ latest release. He has traditionally kept his album cover barren when it comes to his name and album title but this takes it to … Continue reading →

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