Playing In The Band

We cover rock drumming,  drumming for eastern religion, belly dancing, dancing naked around drum circles, and most importantly, imagining the peace we want to see in the world. The post Drummer and Philosopher Billy Woods first appeared on FestyWesty.

Led by powerhouse redheaded twin sisters Allie and Jacquie Lee, Striking Copper uses haunting vocal arrangements, accompanied with full volume instruments, delivering a lasting, melodic sound. The post Striking Copper at Front Porch Fest first appeared on FestyWesty.

“I want people to feel like we care,” Michael says. “When you think about artists, you don't think about that.” He pauses and grins broadly. “But that's the way I want the world to feel about The War and Treaty.” The post The War and Treaty first appeared on FestyWesty.

"For Keel the musical mission is always clear: to let natural ability, finely-honed skill, honest emotion and fearlessness connect the playing and singing to audiences, to entertain and to thoroughly enjoy the experience of creating and sharing in music." The post Larry Keel At Front Porch Fest first appeared on FestyWesty.

“Modern cosmic country duo Blue Cactus supplements their twang with soaring, space-rock-inspired guitars, while rich harmonies steeped in twang keep their tunes rooted on solid honky tonk ground. Based out of Chapel Hill, NC, Blue Cactus is led by long-time collaborators Steph Stewart and Mario Arnez, who create songs that range from gritty honky tonk to heartbreaking balladry. Their 2017 self-titled debut album has given life to the future of country music and received praise from critics across the nation... Read More Read More The post Country duo Blue Cactus first appeared on FestyWesty.

Rebekah Todd and her husband Logan Tabor getting “super artsy” and deep with us during this interview, which is exactly what I’m hoping for in each of these interviews.  She brings so much power and energy to her song writing and playing and Logan’s skill on the drums reinforces all of it.  Check out her upcoming shows and get artsy with her in the near future. www.facebook.com/Rebekah-Todd-Events Growing up in the small town of Benson, North Carolina, Rebekah Todd has... Read More Read More The post Rebekah Todd Interview During Shakori Hills Festival first appeared on FestyWesty.

Jim Avett has been a staple of Merlefest for many years now from sitting in with many performers on the Watson stage to hosting the Sunday morning gospel set on the Creek side stage.  I spoke with him during Merlefest 2019 to get insight in to his musical history, growing up in rural NC and yes, a little bit about those other Avetts. From his Facebook page:  Jim Avett of Concord, North Carolina, is the son of a Methodist minister... Read More Read More The post 21. Jim Avett at Merlefest 2019 first appeared on FestyWesty.

A Singer-Songwriter from Raleigh NC who has been featured as a top ten artist on Sirius Xm the Coffee House with his song “Let’s Stay Together” and won a John Lennon International Songwriting nomination for Folk with his song “Spare Me Some Change” . Check out Nick on his vlog #wrenchtv. Check out the video, from Brad Davis, of my interview: Youtube The post Nick Driver first appeared on FestyWesty.

Bonus video footage on YouTube! From Brad Davis. I was wandering through the artist camping area at Rooster Walk, on my way to an interview, when I stumbled on a group of guys picking some tunes.  I recognized a few of the faces and couldn’t put it all together at that moment but it was Fireside Collective warming up for their approaching set.  Their raw musical energy is amazing whether its the middle of the woods or on the main stage... Read More Read More The post Fireside Collective first appeared on FestyWesty.

The band aims to explore the Celtic roots of North Carolinian music, and to play it with a fire and intensity they feel is lacking in much of today's folk music. The result is Scotch-Irish hillbilly insanity they dub "Celtic punk-grass." As far as folk music goes, they're about the best drinking and dancing band you'll find. The post The Tan and Sober Gentlemen first appeared on FestyWesty.