Critic's pick: Randall Bramblett
By Walter Tunis Contributing Music Writer
When a songsmith like Randall Bramblett remains so overlooked for so long, you really have to wonder about the future of popular music and the tastes that drive it.
Drummer beats path through Ky.
By Rich Copley rcopley@herald-leader.com
For most musicians, working closely with legends like Liza Minnelli or composer/conductor Henry Mancini would be résumé-topping credits. Drummer and conductor Michael Berkowitz can claim both, as well as a bunch of other head-turning associations.
Fans and finalists in perfect harmony
By Walter Tunis Contributing Music Critic
At its best, last night's three-hour American Idols Live marathon was a vindication. Admittedly, much of it wasn't. But there were instances – teases, almost – where the concert possessed the level of pop smarts that outpaced the juggernaut TV series from which it was sprung.
Album review: Seabird
'Til We See the Shore | 4 stars out of 5 | Traveling with Seabird, we see a lot. The Northern Kentucky band's debut album is a journey from pain to victory, with strong images including the beginning of a long-delayed romance, a victim claiming victory, and a dying soul claiming its salvation.
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