Friday, March 27, 2026

Classic Rock

Eric Bibb’s “Ridin” Album Review

Album reviewsEric Bibb

I owe Eric Bibb an apology. Initially I was reluctant to even listen to this album, far less review it. The reason? Well, at some point in the dim and distant I heard a bit of Bibb, and put him down as a purveyor of the kind of twee, folky acoustic blues that turns me right off. Well, however true or not that judgement may have been at the time, it certainly isn’t a fair reflection of Ridin’.

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Vive La Rock Awards 2023: A Night of Chaos and Iconic Performances – Gig Review

Bob VylanMichael MonroeRock Tours Gig GuideVIVE LE ROCK AWARDS

After three years of anticipation, the Vive La Rock Awards were finally here on April 6th at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire, bringing us 5 hours of joyous (albeit chaotic) rock, 2 Tone, and old-school punk. The venue was filled with punk rockers, teddy boys, and mods with a shared love of good music, making for a great crowd and a great night.

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