REVIEW: SEASICK STEVE @ The Metro, Sydney 04/01/10

There have been some recent journalistic doubting of the authenticity of Seasick Steve’s persona and the stories of his life experiences. Anyone not convinced of his right to play the blues need only witness the man live in concert where his music rightfully and righteously sets the record straight. The Snowdroppers were one of those little known support acts that impresses and leaves a lasting … Continue reading REVIEW: SEASICK STEVE @ The Metro, Sydney 04/01/10

NEWS: FALLS FESTIVAL lineup announced…

Due to a media leak the organisers have now confirmed the first list of acts who will play the Victorian festival on New Years Eve. Ed Droste of Grizzly Bear tweeted today that… “Finally some info is out! We are indeed coming to the Falls Festival in Australia!! So excited!!!” Doubtful Sounds is pretty excited about a few of the acts (in red) and hopefully … Continue reading NEWS: FALLS FESTIVAL lineup announced…

NEWS: BYRON BAY BLUESFEST 2009 Line-up…

The first run of acts for the Byron Bay Bluesfest 2009 Blues & Roots Festival has been announced. Leading the pack is Ben Harper and Michael Franti and Spearhead (surprise, surprise). These guys must surely be honorary Australians by now. Of the other acts, the most notable inclusions in the humble opinion of Doubtful Sounds is Drive By Truckers, Tinariwen, Seasick Steve and Lucinda Williams.  … Continue reading NEWS: BYRON BAY BLUESFEST 2009 Line-up…

REVIEW: Seasick Steve – I Started Out With Nothin And I Still Got Most Of It Left

Steve Wold returns with his third record and the follow on from 2006’s Dog House Music which caught the ears of the discerning music community and led to appearances on TV shows, award shows and features in magazines. The new record keeps things autobiographical, exemplified by the title track and opening cut which touches on his life as a hobo and traveller around the USA … Continue reading REVIEW: Seasick Steve – I Started Out With Nothin And I Still Got Most Of It Left