July 25th, 2008 | by Rusty | published in Music, Review
Although it’s been out since March of 2004, I recently discovered the music of Christopher Jak. His album “Applause of the Rain” has quickly become one of my favorites. With musical influences such as the Allman Brothers, Crosby, Stills and Nash, and Cat Stevens, his acoustic style tracks and crisp vocals are soothing to one’s [...]
June 11th, 2008 | by Rusty | published in Austin, Music
It’s that time again in Austin, Texas. As summer is upon us, it’s time for Blues on the Green to hit Zilker Park once again (and it starts tonight). Last year included some amazing performers and aritsts and this years line up is no different. If you are in the Austin area, you should check [...]
July 29th, 2006 | by Rusty | published in Music, Review
I just downloaded the Julie Blue album by Joe Purdy and it’s amazing. I will never be able to forget the relaxing atmosphere and soothing feel of this album which brought Joe Prudy to the front of my favorites list. This unrefined mix of beautiful vocals and simple melodies will calm your soul in the [...]
July 24th, 2006 | by Rusty | published in Music, Review
So A few months ago I had the chance to attend the James Blunt concert with my friend Amanda here in Austin at the backyard. I like his currently overplayed “Beautiful” which is one of the main reasons that I went to hear the guy. I hadn’t heard much of the rest of his stuff. [...]
August 11th, 2005 | by Rusty | published in Debt, Music
iTunes has it down to an art! I have spent more money in iTunes than any place I can think of in some time now. You all know what I am talking about. You click on a song, find a groovy tune, and it’s click leads you to another album which is mixed on another [...]