goodbye my friend: A longtime musician, songwriter and friend from Athens Todd McBride He passed away on Monday 16th January after a brief period of severe illness that began in early December.Although he played in many groups during his nearly 40 years in Athens, he was best known for his role in dashboard saviorKnown for his poignant songwriting and incisive lyricism, McBride takes new musicians under his wing of guidance and never forgets to be a beacon of encouragement to those seeking to step onto our scene. No, he was kind of a friendly shepherd. I can attest to being one of the ‘Band Guys’ of Athens.Moreover, he is one of the few lyricists in Athens, whose words were very approachable and touched me heartily. I was so happy to know him and grateful that I remembered him as a friend.
place a bid: Recommendation period is 2023 Vic Chestnut Songwriter of the Year Award It will run until March 23rd. classic city roundabout, has become an established and anticipated event each year. There are some specific requirements for eligibility, none of which are unreasonable or particularly onerous. For more information, visit vicchesnuttaward.com/nominations. This year’s awards ceremony will be held on his May 4th at the 40 Watt Club.
come again: As promised just before the 2022 holiday season, michael guthrie bandclassic album of direct hit It has now been reissued on CD and is available for purchase. First released in 1981, the original LP has become a collector’s item for British Invasion-inspired power pop fans worldwide.Also unreleased songs love conquers all it’s out nowThis collection consists of the final tracks recorded by the final lineup of the Michael Guthrie Band, whose members were Michael Guthrie and the late bassist. John Guthrie and drummer Herb Guthrie, passed away in 2009 and 2013, respectively. I believe these are available at your local store, but I can assure you that they are available at michaelguthrieband.com.
new plastic ideas: An ambitious and successful EP has just dropped out of a new project. split silkThis self-titled 6-track release is Lucca Cassandra Anastasia Carver (McQueen). Sonically, Unwound, Sonic Youth, and his 1990s select screamo tread the same choppy waves as his band. An early January release may feel strange to listeners. A sweaty pile of noisy rocks It is more closely related to global warming. Either way, it’s the driving force behind an EP from a project that’s expected to flesh out its live performance line-up in the near future. Highlights here are Gilded (2013) and Dreamdagger. Find it at splitsilk.bandcamp.com.
Dunfly Hamburger: Bob Hay and the Jolly Beggars hosts its annual “Burns Concert” on Wednesday, January 25th. Scottish bard Robert Burns, at The World Famous from 9-11pm. Not much else to say about this, but if you’re new to either, facebook.com/Bobhayandthejollybeggars and jollybeggars.netnik are a quick way to stay up to date. com and scotland.org/features/scotlands-bard.
buzz buzz buzz: It’s like “Happy New Year”. Daniel Shroyer (Mandible Rider, Shadebeast) Release another track collection from ongoing noise/experimental project isian. is the title along the Geldruva line, I assume this is an anime reference, but I can’t be bothered enough to investigate further whether this is the case. It means starting with power. And stay strong throughout. That said, it structurally collapses, starting with relatively recognizable beats and melodies, until it grinds to a grinding end to the static-charged ‘Bulgarian football status quo’. Find it at ixian.bandcamp.com and enjoy.
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