Keeping ego out of the equation
Chattanooga Times Free Press music reporter Casey Phillips spoke with Rich Price, co-lead singer of the folk/pop trio Sweet Remains, about the challenges of living in a different city as his band mates, keeping ego out of the equation and coordinating practices via iChat.
Living in Palestine
Chattanooga Times Free Press music reporter Casey Phillips spoke with Trent Wagler, lead singer of the Virginia-based roots quartet Steel Wheels, about living in Palestine, “The Pizza Tapes” and writing “new” old-time music.
Phipps: So Long, It’s Been Good to Know Ya
Well, this is it. I’m moving to a more limited role here at the Times Free Press and, for better or worse, that means no more MUSICcast and blog.
Phipps: Remembering Vic Chesnutt and Rowland S. Howard
We lost two greats over the holiday season. Vic Chesnutt took his own life at the age of 45 after a lifelong battle with depression. I was introduced to his music several years ago and he was one of my favorites. The other, arguably more obscure, artist we lost was Rowland S. Howard.
'Best' lists entertaining but misleading
Happy New Decade, fair readers.
Phipps: A Christmas Gift: Best Albums of the year
First, Merry Christmas (or whatever it is you celebrate on this day, even if it’s nothing at all). This week’s MUSICcast features Casey Phillips and myself discussing our Top 3 albums of the year. You’ll also hear tracks off those albums. 2009 was a great year in music, as the 00’s were a great decade. Here’s to a new year, decade and happy listening.
Q&A with Ghostfinger lead singer Richie Kirkpatrick
Chattanooga Times Free Press music reporter Casey Phillips spoke with Ghostfinger lead singer Richie Kirkpatrick about psychedelic Christmas music, his accomplishments of 2009 and celebrating the death of the sun.
Phipps: Best Songs of 2009
Quite simply, 2009 was a year we’d all like to forget. I know I would. The music helped ease the pains, however, of the difficult economic situation, the job uncertainties, the ongoing war etc. On this week’s MUSICcast, I’ll focus on my favorite songs of 2009. A tracklist is available below the link.
Phipps: Butch Ross and his Spectacular Christmas Show
Tonight marks the 3rd annual Butch Ross Christmas Show at Market St. Tavern downtown. He’ll be joined by local singer/songwriters for a show “loosely” based on songs from the holiday season. This week’s MUSICcast previews the show and features Butch Ross (and Casey Phillips) in performance. The show is at 8pm. tonight at Market Street Tavern.
Phipps: Non-traditional X-mas Songs
The only thing I like about the Holidays is the music. That’s it. I couldn’t care less about Christmas or the Yuletide (what is that?) or trees etc. The music, however, is something I look forward to every year. Some of my favorite songs are about the month of December: The chill in the air, the turning over of a new year, cuddling. And some of my favorites are a little weird and non-traditional. On this week’s MUSICcast, we’ll take a look at music from the mysterious “javier,” a wonderful song from the Sonics, Sally Shapiro’s take on Christmas and more. I hope you enjoy this eclectic mix.
Phipps: Music I’m Thankful for
Ah, Thanksgiving. This holiday marks the transition into my least favorite holiday of the year (christmas) and seems somewhat like a non-holiday to celebrate (why shouldn’t we give thanks everyday?) but whatever. I’ll bite. As a music fan, I’ve assembled some of my favorite songs from artists I’m thankful for on this day of thanks. Here’s to Gillian Welch, Bob Dylan, John Hartford and Antony and the Johnsons. Thanks.
Phipps: FYI Awards Redux
Thanks one more time to everyone who participated in the extremely successful FYI Awards on Friday, the 13th. Gratitude is in order for all of the bands and presenters. Thanks so much. On this week’s MUSICast we’ll do a sort of Redux of the show. I’ll be joined by Casey Phillips and we’ll hear some recorded performances from the show.
Earworms for your Ears
Firstly, I want to remind you all about the FYI Music Awards taking place tonight at Rhythm & Brews downtown. The show starts at 7pm. Performers include the Distribution, Slim Pickin’s, Roger Alan Wade and more. Tickets are $5 at the door. It should be a blast.
Husky Burnette live in Studio ‘99
Local dirty-blues artist, Husky Burnette, stopped by Studio ‘99 this week to perform a few new songs and to promote his upcoming album. On this podcast, you’ll hear 5 live songs featuring Burnette on guitar/vocals and Burma Shave on drums/file cabinet. This was a blast to record and is a blast to listen to. Enjoy.
Sean’s Halloween Spooky Mix
I love Halloween. This MUSICcast reflects that love. I’ve provided a mix of tunes, some scary, some funny that reflect that strange duality of Halloween. I do hope you enjoy it and I hope your Halloween is, at the very least, interesting.
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