A few of Wisconsin’s state forests will get the rock ‘n roll treatment this month, thanks to Rolling Stones member Chuck Leavell. Forests from across the state will be featured on the TV show “America’s Forests,” which Leavell hosts, according to a release from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Wisconsin’s forests will get a two-part episode, to […]
The multi-faceted life of Chuck Leavell – former member of The Allman Brothers Band, longtime touring keyboardist and musical director for The Rolling Stones, dedicated conservationist – is explored in vivid depth in the new documentary, “Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man.”The film, directed by Allen Farst, includes interviews with numerous musicians with whom Leavell has […]
Allen Farst, founder of Niche Productions, is thrilled to announce that his latest film, “Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man,” a sterling documentary on the rock ‘n’ roll pianist/keyboardist often described as the “Fifth Rolling Stone” will hit theaters November 6th Nationwide. Directed by Farst, “Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man” provides an epic, in-depth look into […]
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Two-Part Series Explores Breadth Of Sustainable Forestry In Wisconsin FROM THE WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES MADISON, Wis. – The Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies at UW-Madison will host a virtual premiere of the national TV program, America’s Forests with Chuck Leavell, which features the acclaimed host’s travels to Wisconsin in the multi-part series’ latest episodes. This […]
At HearHere, we think that the stories we share are pretty amazing. The whole process of researching and writing is so fun and entertaining and most of all educational. We’re learning surprising things about places and people every day. Also amazing are some of the unlikely sources we uncover when we’re putting a story together.Like […]
WHATNational TV program America’s Forests with Chuck Leavell travels to Wisconsin in the latest episodes of the multi-part series. Using the Wisconsin episodes as inspiration, the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies at the University of Wisconsin will host a virtual premiere event on Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. CST. This online gathering […]
The SCAD Savannah Film Festival returns in its 23rd year as an all-virtual presentation Oct. 24-31, 2020. Connect with cinephiles worldwide as you watch live film premieres and unique, interactive programming from the comfort and safety of your home!As the largest university-run film festival in the U.S., this annual, eight-day celebration of cinematic excellence honors […]
Iconic rock stars like Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Rosanne Cash, Gregg Allman, Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood help pay tribute to the titular political figure in Jimmy Carter Rock & Roll President.Another timely pre-Election Day, politically-driven film from Mary Wharton shows how Carter’s passion for music gave him an unexpected edge as a presidential candidate. With […]
ATLANTA — In a letter made public Sept. 2, a collective of Georgia artists, independent venues and industry stakeholders — including Springfield’s Mars Theatre — directly pleaded for Georgia Sens. Kelly Loeffler and David Perdue to vote in support of the “Save Our Stages Act” and “RESTART Act.”Endorsed by industry heavyweights including Chuck Leavell, R.E.M […]