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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: 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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Album at a glance: Jerry Forney – Ridin’ The Rails

Posted on October 17, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

Jerry Forney lives and breathes the blues but that isn’t all there is to him. You’ll find a fair share of country heart on his latest record “Ridin’ The Rails” as well. On “Down South” Forney throws down a straight … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon: Handpicked with Under The Big Oak Tree

Posted on September 27, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

WHO’S PLAYING?  Under The Big Oak Tree (and guests) (St. Joseph, MO) WHAT TO EXPECT?  Billed as “Autumn Spirits & Spice” this is a very unique, one of a kind concert will feature songs related to the fall. The event will be part … Continue reading →

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Concert Review: Lucero / The Architects at The Granada in Lawrence, KS 9/13/16

Posted on September 14, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

Weekday shows can be tough, especially if you live out of town. When two bands you like hook up for a show you’ve got to answer the call though. Not even the inability to see the center line of the … Continue reading →

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250 Word Classic Album Review: Bob Dylan – Love and Theft

Posted on September 11, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

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So it has been exactly 10 years today since Bob Dylan’s “Love and Theft” was released on September 11, 2001. This is obviously a minor footnote on the day’s historical significance but an important…

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Album at a glance: Red Kate – unamerican activities

Posted on August 23, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

If you don’t like punk there is no need to read further. This is unapologetic punk, harsh and rash, everything a good record from the genre should consist of. The anger of “You Don’t Speak For Me” is intentionally transparent … Continue reading →

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250 Word album review: Massy Ferguson – Run It Right Into The Wall

Posted on August 4, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

This kind of twang you wouldn’t expect to come out of Seattle. The band’s northwest leanings do explain the heavier guitar driven sound though. With the thick, Jay Farrar sounding vocals it would always be difficult for the group to … Continue reading →

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Album at a glance: Til Willis & Erratic Cowboy – Habit of Being

Posted on July 9, 2016 by VocalsOnTop

“Habit of Being” is the latest release from the shockingly productive Lawrence, Kansas act Til Willis & Erratic Cowboy. The 4 songs only run about 9 minutes but give you a fair sampling of what Willis does. The EP is … Continue reading →

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