Artist Spotlight – Jesse Malin

Having spent the last seven years on the road as a solo artist, Jesse Malin was looking for a change. The former frontman for the bands Heart Attack and D Generation had put out successfull albums, including Glitter in the Gutter (featuring a duet with Bruce Springsteen on “Broken Radio”) and the covers album On [...]

Review: The Swell Season & Rachael Yamagata at Mesa Arts Center

If only more shows could be like this. I was fortunate to catch the Swell Season at the Mesa Arts Center last night, with opener Rachael Yamagata (thanks to my sister for the early birthday present). Rachael Yamagata kicked off the night with her superb brand of musical melancholy and wit. Her bread and butter are the [...]