Ardent Presents: The Nadas
The Nadas are a rock/folk quintet based out of Des Moines, Iowa that has been recording and touring for almost 15 years. The band recently finished a yearlong project that resulted in a brand new album called “Almanac”. The intention of the project was to capture the year of 2009, one month at a time in album form. The band wrote, recorded and released a new song each month, every month, for the year. The outcome was a sort of “snapshot” of the year. This week on Ardent Presents we are excited to bring to you a set of stripped ...
Ardent Presents: The Harmony Brothers
This week on Ardent Presents we are proud to introduce to you the small town laments of The Harmony Brothers. Labeled by local media as a sorta Everly Brothers-meets-the Byrds style of country rock, the Memphis based duo has punk rock roots but sounds as authentic Tennessee. [display_podcast] 00:00 Intro 00:37 Larimer County 04:23 Don't give Up On Me 07:46 No Man Can Hold You 11:37 Big Country, Big City 15:00 Please Think of Me 17:53 Magnolia Skies 22:16 Baby, Don't Cry 26:09 Long Old Road 29:14 The Lord is Coming 34:25 Tennessee Night For more videos from The Harmony Brothers, click here For more photos from The Harmony Brothers, click ...
Ardent Presents: John Elliott of The Hereafter
On this week's edition of Ardent Presents check out one of our favorite singer-songwriters John Elliott of The Hereafter. We first spied him playing at the Folk Alliance International Showcase held in downtown Memphis, and it was love at first sight! [display_podcast] Setlist: 00:00Intro 00:35 The American West 08:05 America 12:38 Grandpa 18:17 Disneyland 24:20 Losing Streak 29:10 The National Anthem 33:26 Eulogy 37:23 Interview John Elliott, "The National Anthem" For more John Elliott videos, click here For more John Elliott photos, click here Recorded and Mixed by Alan Burcham Mastered by Kevin Nix
Ardent Sessions: Wax Fang
While we could throw compliments for Louisville's Wax Fang at you as thick as molasses - instead we decided to just pass along a review from a fan - which we think says it all: "La La Land is an amazing record. Unique, Epic, Sprawling, Wierd, Fun, Heavy, Pyschadelic, Amazing. Go see them live and then multiply all of that by 10! Scott Carney for president!" If you can't make it to one of their shows, their performance on The Ardent Sessions can easily substitute as the next best thing! [display_podcast] Setlist: 00:01 Introduction 00:56 Magestic 07:52 World War II (Part 2) 13:00 At Sea 17:09 Canibal Summer 20:18 The ...
Ardent Sessions: Dave Cousar
This week on the Ardent Sessions we are so proud to feature Dave Cousar, a Memphis musical luminary. From touring around the globe with Jim Dickinson and Susan Marshall, to recording with the recently deceased Willie Mitchell and Al Green, to playing with Ardent Music's Star & Micey, Cousar has been as influential as influenced, while managing to create a sound that is uniquely his own. Look for his debut on Archer Records to be released in spring 2010! [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="580" caption="Dave Cousar"][/caption] [display_podcast] Setlist: 00:00 Intro 00:48 Leaving Mississippi 05:30 Water 10:00 Jack the Ripper 17:20 Love Lifted Me 20:05 You Don't Like Me 26:41 Sleep 30:24 ...
Ardent Sessions: The Black Hollies
The Black Hollies are from New Jersey - but their music is from the past. With the addition of organ to their sound on their latest album, Softly Towards the Light, their blues and psychedelic infused riffs are even tastier! Don't miss their fantastic performance this week on The Ardent Sessions! [display_podcast] Setlist: 00:00 Intro 00:43 Whispers Beneath the Willows 06:30 Run with Me 11:57 Gloomy Monday Morning 12:28 When You're Not There 22:38 Can't Stop These Tears (From Falling) 29:33 Don't be Afraid to Ask 34:00 I'm Almost done Pleasing You 37:09 Number 10 Girl 47:22 No Need To Be Rude Tour Date Dec 17 Pianos - New York, NY For more ...
Ardent Sessions: Jump Back Jake
This week on the Ardent Sessions we check in with Jump Back Jake who released their debut album a year ago this month on the reactivated Ardent Music label. Brooklyn Hustle / Memphis Muscle has been highly lauded as a fantastic debut and the band plans to get back on the road in early 2010. Keep your eyes out for them to play in your town! That's legendary Memphis organist Rick Steff on keys by the way! [display_podcast] Setlist: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Don't Wanna Go 05:11 Pay Out on the Front End 09:35 The Flood 14:21 World of Pity and Shame 17:27 Too Cool for Love 22:03 Terrible Mistakes 25:34 ...
Ardent Sessions: The Broken West
The Broken West released their sophomore album on Merge Records last year called Now or Heaven. The band has since broken up but last year they stopped by Ardent Studios while in Memphis to chat and play some songs. The guys are quite fond of Memphis and talk about one of their favorite bands during the show, one that they are quite often compared to. Check it out! [display_podcast] Setlist: 00:00 Intro 00:54 Gwen, Now and Then 05:12 Perfect Games 08:55 On the Bubble 12:42 Ambuscade 16:51 So it Goes 20:22 Got it Bad 24:22 You Can Build an Island 28:57 House of Lies 34:11 No One I Know 38:48 Terror for Two 43:26 ...
Ardent Sessions: Star & Micey
Star & Micey are masters at creating heartbreakingly beautiful music. Their sound can be described as introspective and folky, yet rocking and soulful, which makes sense since they call Memphis home. Although they are in a constant search for a new drummer, that has not stopped them from touring non-stop in support of their debut album on Ardent Music. From busking in the street to playing 1500 person venues, they're on a mission to share their music from coast to coast. Don't miss them on this week's Ardent Sessions. [display_podcast] Setlist: 00:00 Intro 01:02 Gonna Lose My Mind 04:08 These Days 09:09 Hallelujah 12:47 So Much ...
Ardent Sessions: Le Switch
On this week's edition of The Ardent Sessions we welcome LA's Le Switch. The band recently swung thru Memphis on their way to an Americana Festival in Nashville. Their debut album, And Now..., was released last year on Autumn Tone Records and ended up being one of my favorites of the year! Also, be sure to check out their latest release, The Devil Needs A Cough Drop. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="580" caption="Fun Times with Le Switch"][/caption] [display_podcast] Setlist: 00:52 Hard Talkin' 04:17 I'm Not On 09:55 Simple Gifts 14:27 Give Me Something 17:34 Big Ol' Tree 22:07 Sunday Morning 28:19 Living In Another World 31:30 Country Song 35:22 Smile Away [caption id="" align="aligncenter" ...
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Ardent Presents: The NadasThe Nadas are a rock/folk quintet based out of Des Moines, Iowa that has been recording...
Ardent Presents: The Harmony BrothersThis week on Ardent Presents we are proud to introduce to you the small town laments...
Ardent Presents: John Elliott of The HereafterOn this week’s edition of Ardent Presents check out one of our favorite singer-songwriters...
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Ardent Presents: Nick Redmond of Star & MiceyNick Redmond, who recently was acquired as lead guitarist for the band Star &...
Ardent Presents: Cory BrananSouthaven, MS born Cory Branan was steeped in music from a young age. The son of...
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Ardent Presents: Aimee BobrukAustin’s Aimee Bobruk is a talented songwriter whose delicate vocals wrap the...
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Grace Askew is one of our favorite hometown artists. We love watching her row as a songwriter and performer and just know it’s going to be so much fun to say, “We knew her when…” after she blows up to be a hug star! We asked her to update on what’s been going on with her since she recorded Ardent Presents: Grace Askew... [Read more of this review]
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Catching Up with Farewell FlightFarewell Flight recently stopped by Ardent Studios during their never-ending tour to have lunch and update us what’s been going on with the band since they recorded here. The band has recently finished their sophomore album “Lonesome Traveler”, which is currently being mixed and mastered. The release date is set for early 2010. 1.... [Read more of this review]
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