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Eliza Rickman Creates Haunting Melodies with a Big Voice and Tiny Instrumentnew

Eliza Rickman just might be a ghost, or, at the very least, a medium channeling vibes from days of yore. That’s not to say the chanteuse is only slanging rehashed classics in the vein of Madeleine Peyroux, it’s just that there’s a decidedly old-timey, almost spooky, air to what she’s doing.
San Diego CityBeat  |  Paul Saitowitz  |  12-16-2009  |  Profiles & Interviews

While Their Peers Rake in Reunion Tour Cash, The Jesus Lizard Says It'll Be One and Outnew

While the rekindled friendships and passions have been something the entire band has thrived on, frontman David Yow warns that those hoping for more shouldn't expect a prolonged presence.
San Diego CityBeat  |  Paul Saitowitz  |  10-07-2009  |  Profiles & Interviews

Everest Hits a Peak with Help from a Very Famous Fannew

After just a few months together, Everest was invited to play a few gigs in conjunction with the Sundance Film Festival. During one of their sets, they were approached by Neil Young, which ultimately led to him releasing the band's debut, Ghost Notes, on his own Vapor Records imprint.
San Diego CityBeat  |  Paul Saitowitz  |  10-22-2008  |  Profiles & Interviews

Farrar and Awaynew

Making a case for Jay Farrar's inclusion among the alt-country elite.
San Diego CityBeat  |  Paul Saitowitz  |  02-20-2008  |  Profiles & Interviews

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