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Podcast #48: Backyard Tire Fire - Dekalb, IL - 3/26/09 Jun 18, 2009

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This show features a band that I’ve been listening to quite a bit lately called Backyard Tire Fire. This hardworking Midwestern rock and roll band plays honest music for the everyman, as you might expect with a name like Backyard Tire Fire. I was able to see these guys open for Grace Potter last November and despite the annoyance of the fire alarm going off several times, they put on an awesome performance. Fortunately the concert I have for you does not have any alarms. With so many great recordings on archive.org it was tough picking out just one, but special thanks go out to the band’s manager for kindly directing me to this one.

Song Listing 1) Road Song #39 2) Thick Skin 3) One Wrong Turn 4) Good To Be 5) The White On My Walls 6) A Better Day 7) Jimmmy and Bob and Jack 8) I'd Rather Be Blind, Crippled, and Crazy 9) Downtime 10) A Thousand Gigs Ago 11) How In the Hell Did You Get Back Here? 12) Runnin' Down a Dream

If you enjoyed this podcast click the following link to download the full concert. Backyard Tire Fire - Dekalb, IL - 3/26/09

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Another Nirvana Tribute: Dualistics and Friends - Denver, CO - 4/03/09 Jun 11, 2009

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If you enjoyed the last podcast you might also like this recording featuring a live performance of In Utero by the Dualistics, as well as several other Nirvana tracks by various artists.Dualistics and friends - Denver, CO - 4/03/09

Featured Stream #13 - Dave Matthews Band: Live from the Beacon Theater Jun 07, 2009

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In case you missed this on fuse last Monday, Hulu is streaming the full Dave Matthews Band concert from the Beacon Theater. Despite Dave's noticeably strained vocal chords during a couple of the songs the band puts on an amazing show mixing in classic hits and new tracks from their latest release: Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King. Dave Matthews Band: Live from the Beacon Theater Dave Matthews Band Big Whiskey and The GrooGrux King Purchace on Itunes

Featured Stream #12 - The Derek Trucks Band - World Cafe Live - 05/29/09 May 30, 2009

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NPR and WXPN in Philadelphia continue to bring the goods. Their latest edition of XPN Live Friday features the Derek Trucks Band ripping up their set with one of the best jam sessions around. The Derek Trucks Band - World Cafe Live - 05/29/09

Podcast #47: A Tribute to Kurt Cobain May 26, 2009

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Last month I received an email from a listener asking if I would do a show to mark the 15 anniversary of Kurt Cobain’s death. Although the actual anniversary has since passed by, I thought it was a great idea and especially wanted to do this because of Nirvana’s influence on me during my earlier years. I looked around for some quality sounding live shows without much luck but not surprisingly there are a great many bands that cover Nirvana songs. I thought it would be fitting to put together a compilation of those covers recognizing the lasting impact that Kurt Cobain and Nirvana has had on rock music. Some of these are from well-knowns like Gov’t Mule and Disco Biscuits, but also included are several less established bands but equally inspired covers.

Song listing 1) All Apologies - Gov't Mule - 2008-12-31 2) Breed - Local H - 2005-06-01 3) Lithium - Disco Biscuits - 2007-02-16 4) Something In the Way - The Hippo Campus - 2008-12-12 5) Smells Like Teen Spirit - Keller Williams - 2008-11-22 6) School - Sound Team - 2004-11-06 7) Polly - Scarecrow Collection - 2007-04-20 8) Pennyroyal Tea - Brian Dolzani - 2008-05-24 9) In Bloom - Fat Maw Rooney - 2005-10-29 10) On a Plain - Rogue Wave - 2005-12-06

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MTV Unplugged in New York Nevermind In Utero More... Purchase on Itunes Purchase on Itunes Purchase on Itunes More from Itunes... If you interested in downloading some live Nirvana bootlegs check out livenirvana.com.

Podcast #46: Josh Ritter - Baltimore, MD - 03/26/09 Apr 17, 2009

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I want to take a minute from normal broadcasting to welcome back Justin from his short hiatus on livemusicblog.com. Those familiar to it will be glad to know that his jam friendly site is back with concert and festival updates, band news, and everything else related to live music. Just in time for the prime concert season. Also of interest one of the recent postings announced the creation of a new site, livemusicworkouts.com, started by LMB contributor Whit Person. As the name suggests this site features high energy live music sets to get your workout moving. It’s a great idea considering most people don’t usually consider live music recordings when they put together a workout mix. Now back to our regularly scheduled broadcast, already in progress. For this show I am featuring a recent concert by Idaho born singer songwriter Josh Ritter. I owe my friend Susie, who very well might be his biggest fan, for introducing me to his music. The last time I saw her she burned a mix of his songs and I’m hoping on this episode I will have returned the favor. Please enjoy Josh Ritter and his band live at Baltimore’s Ram’s Head, March 26, 2009. Song Listing 1) Other Side 2) Lillian, Egypt 3) Right Moves 4) The Curse 5) Kathleen 6) Mind's Eye 7) Bad Actress 8) Rumors 9) To The Dogs Or Whoever 10) Snow Is Gone

If you enjoyed this podcast click the following link to download the full concert. Josh Ritter - Baltimore, MD - 03/26/09

Support the artists by buying music and watching them live! Golden Age of Radio Live At the 9:30 Club In the Dark: Live at Vicar Street More... Purchase on Itunes Purchase on Itunes More from Itunes... Check tour dates for Josh Ritter here. Bonus:

Podcast #45: U2 - Dublin, Ireland - 12/30/89 Mar 15, 2009

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With St Paddy’s day just around the corner I thought it would be fitting to feature a concert with some Irish heritage. With that in mind you’d be hard pressed to find a concert any more suited than U2 in their hometown of Dublin. Combine that with the release of their new album, “No Line on the Horizon”, and this pick was a no-brainer. The recording I will be playing was made during the On the Eleventh Hour tour, December 30th, 1989. Besides having impeccable sound quality it also includes special guest B.B. King towards the end of the show and is easily one of the best recordings you will find on U2Torrents.com. Song Listing 1) Running To Stand Still 2) God Part II 3) Desire 4) All Along The Watchtower 5) All I Want Is You 6) New Year's Day 7) Pride (In The Name Of Love) 8) She's A Mystery To Me 9) Angel Of Harlem 10) When Love Comes To Town 11) With Or Without You

If you enjoyed this podcast click the following link to download the full concert. U2 - Dublin, Ireland - 12/30/89

Support the artists in this podcast by buying albums and watching them live! No Line On The Horizon Best of 1980-1990 Rattle and Hum (Live) More from Amazon... Purchase on Itunes Purchase on Itunes More from Itunes... U2's world tour kicks off June 30th, check dates here. If you'd like to listen to more live U2 check out Podcast #12: U2 - Rosemont, IL - 04/29/87.

Mother of All Funk Chords Mar 12, 2009

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It might be debatable whether this video falls under the live music umbrella...but it's just too awesome not to post.

Podcast #44: Jam Cruise Jam Room - 01/04/09 Feb 27, 2009

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The music for this episode comes from the ocean cruise/music festival known as Jam Cruise. Since the maiden voyage in 2004, Jam Cruise has been bringing jam band artists together with their fans for several days out in the Caribbean. I’ve never been able to make it but perhaps they’ll give me a free pass next year for giving them the free publicity. Fortunately they do allow tapers to bring their equipment and the show I have for you comes from something that they call the Jam Room. This is basically like the Bonnaroo Superjam where artists from diverse bands can come together to have an anything goes jam session. The night I have for you includes Ivan Neville on keys, Scott Metzger from Particle on guitar, and Les Claypool on drums among the many other talented musicians. Prepare to enter the Jam Room.

Artists: Matt Grondin - guitar, keys, percussion Ivan Neville - keys Stanton Moore - drums Scott Metzger - guitar Dave Dreiwitz - drums Jans Ingber - vocals, percussion Ralph Roddenberry - vocals Brock Butler - guitar Les Claypool - drums

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If you enjoyed this podcast click the following link to download the full concert. Jam Cruise Jam Room - 01/04/09

You might also enjoy the other nights from this year's Jam RoomJam Cruise Jam Room - 01/05/09 Jam Cruise Jam Room - 01/06/09 Jam Cruise Jam Room - 01/07/09 Jam Cruise Jam Room - 01/08/09 Bonus: This is how I imagine Jam Cruise

Podcast #43: Ben Folds - San Francisco, CA - 11/13/08 Feb 08, 2009

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The recording for this show comes from one of my all time favorite live performers and the only reason it took this long to get a show posted was the relatively small number of recordings available. Every once in a while I will spot a decent Ben Folds recording on the inter-webs, but this one from a 2008 tour stop in San Francisco was a cut above the rest. There is a clear reason why Ben Folds’ live reputation has achieved such a legendary status. First and foremost the man is a natural performer and really knows how to work a crowd. Another reason in my mind is what he describes during this recording as his set list strategy. Basically this means playing his new songs at the beginning of the set and then finishing with classic fan favorites. To me this formula is a perfect 1-2 punch that I believe all artists should use for optimal crowd enjoyment. I tried to follow Ben’s lead for the song selection so I hope you’ll agree with my assessment.

Song listing 1) Way To Normal (Fake Song) 2) Brainwascht 3) Annie Waits 4) Dr. Yang (Fake Song) 5) Dr. Yang 6) The Frown Song 7) Landed 8) Zak and Sara 9) Army 10) Rockin' the Suburbs 11) Kate 12) Philosophy 13) Frown Song (Feeble Anthem)

If you enjoyed this podcast click the following link to download the full concertBen Folds - San Francisco, CA - 11/13/08

Support the artists by buying music and watching them live! Way to Normal Ben Folds Live The Unauthorized Biography of Reinhold Messner More... Purchase on Itunes Purchase on Itunes Purchase on Itunes More from Itunes... Check tour dates and band information for Ben Folds. Bonus #1 Bonus #2Way To Normal (Fake Version)

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