Chuck Leavell has played in two of the most legendary rock and roll bands in history — the Allman Brothers and the Rolling Stones — is now hoping to shine a spotlight on Georgia’s legendary music scene.A nonpartisan study group in the Georgia Legislature called the Joint Georgia Music Heritage Study Committee was assembled during […]
Chuck guests on new album by Davis Causey – New Things From Old Strings!“I have been privileged to work with many great guitar players throughout my career…when I need a guitarist for a project of my own, Davis Causey is my first call. His versatility, elegant touch, impeccable taste and expertise always comes through.” – […]
In March we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Brothers & Sisters album w/ the one & only CHUCK LEAVELL!Lineup includes Brandon “Taz” Niederaurer (Guitar,Vocals), Daniel Donato (Guitar, Vocals), Dylan Niederauer (Bass Guitar), Jack Ryan (Drums), Lamar Williams Jr. (Vocals), Nikki Glaspie (Drums), Peter Levin (Keys) and Roosevelt Collier (Pedal Steel Guitar).
Late Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts will feature on the band’s next album, Ronnie Wood has revealed.The Stones are working on their first LP of original songs for 18 years and Ronnie says that Charlie – who passed away in August 2021 at the age of 80 – will be heard on the eagerly anticipated […]
“After my brother died,” Gregg Allman wrote in his 2013 memoir My Cross To Bear, “I knew I was going to do exactly what he would have done had it been the other way around, and that was to say, ‘Let’s go play.’” To honor Duane and assure the Allman Brothers Band could continue, “Keeping busy […]
ATLANTA – Georgia should institute a 30% to 35% tax credit for music-production expenses to help grow the state’s music industry, a bipartisan legislative study committee recommended this week.The tax incentive would encourage out-of-state productions to invest in Georgia musicians, the committee said. The state should also set the amount of spending needed to qualify […]
In 1992, George Harrison released Live in Japan, a selection of live songs he performed over his 1991 12-show tour with Eric Clapton. The former Beatle was initially reluctant to go on the road, but Clapton said it’d be easier since he and his band were coming. George used the tour as an excuse to […]
A new film starring the acclaimed musician and environmentalist hits video on demand.These may not be normal times, and we may not be able to enjoy the pleasures of a movie theater to see new films – but all is not lost. For now, movies can debut at virtual festivals and screenings, and then as […]
BEST OF 2022: Pianist and vintage keys pro Chuck Leavell has been at the top of his game for more than 40 years, playing on record and live with The Allman Brothers, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, John Mayer, The Black Crowes and – of course – The Rolling Stones.In addition to his prolific and prestigious […]
Launched on Veterans Day and running through December 12th, Raven Drum Foundation’s second annual 12 Drummers Drumming auction brings together a list of rock’s most influential and legendary figures to raise vital funds for people dealing with PTSD, trauma, and suicidal ideation. Bid here.Just added items include:-Taylor Swift autographed guitar-Alvin Taylor’s sticks used to record George […]