Roots Music News--3.25.12

Lionel Richie returns to Southern roots with duets album WBIR-TV As I say, the music business didn't die, it just moved to Nashville." Richie is now in the process of introducing Nashville to his fans worldwide. He has spent several weeks promoting Tuskegee in the United Kingdom, Paris, Copenhagen and Sweden. See all stories on this topic » WBIR-TV

'Les Miz' maestro recalls local roots Boston.com "It was my first taste of musical theater.'' He was 12. Now 65, Billig is a nationally renowned musical director and arranger. He is particularly associated with "Les Miserables,'' which is running through April 1 at the Boston Opera House. See all stories on this topic » Boston.com

Stars search for their roots on PBS series Lansing State Journal He and Connick, he said, may have been influenced less by family roots than by New Orleans. "It's one of the few cities I've ever been to where tradition isn't a bad word in music …. You grew up hearing songs that were 75 years older than you were. See all stories on this topic »

Music Review: Spalding blends pop, jazz on new CD Herald Times Reporter She began primarily as an instrumentalist, developed her own distinctive vocal style to accompany her bass playing, and on her new CD she has embraced the pop music of her day without sacrificing her jazz roots. See all stories on this topic »

Photos: SeaGrass Music Festival on Dauphin Island al.com Ricky Skaggs was the headliner of the two-day event that began Friday and also featured seven other roots music acts, including the Nashville Bluegrass Band, Three on a String and Sara Watkins. The proceeds from the festival will go toward repairs at ... See all stories on this topic » al.com

Creative new concert series pairs music and significant local buildings Detroit Free Press The music ranges from Model T-era works to new pieces on a man-versus-machine theme. It is a bold and creative idea, which is to say exactly the kind of venture that DCWS has made its stock in trade during its 30-year history. From modest roots and an ... See all stories on this topic »

'We let music step up, and we follow…' Zee News With their roots in Kolkata, this team of five has already carved a niche for themselves in the contemporary rock scene of the country. Yet, somewhere from beneath their garb of 'rockstars', the youngsters still peek through. See all stories on this topic » Zee News

Johnathon appearing in Eureka Carroll County News Michael Johnathon is bringing his award-winning roots music to a special concert event celebrating the Music of Eureka Springs. Join this prolific folksinger, TV and radio host and playwright at the picturesque Eureka Springs City Auditorium on ... See all stories on this topic »

Spalding invites pop to her realm with new record Columbia Daily Tribune But if you know Spalding like renowned jazz drummer Jack DeJohnette, a frequent collaborator and a guest on "Radio Music Society," does, you will know that the bassist, songwriter, singer and producer never strays far from her jazz roots and is not one ... See all stories on this topic »

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Interview: Grimes On Her Goth Roots, Music ... - Pigeons & Planes Just last year, Grimes was releasing what she calls meandering, weird music. It was music that her grandmother hated. It's still early in 2012, but the. pigeonsandplanes.com/.../interview-grimes-on-her-goth-roots-...

Roots Music and Beyond Playlist for Sat. March 17th 2012 with hosts ... KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 FM Santa Barbara. Pacifica Radio for Southern California. www.kpfk.org/.../5834-roots-music-and-beyond-playlist-for-s...

Spring Roots Music Festival – sebastopol, ca – 03/30/12 ... The Spring Roots Music Festival is a benefit to raise money for the Straw Project. Help give back to the community by supporting and enjoying local music! hucklemusic.com/spring-roots-music-festival-sebastopol-ca-03...