Bill Forman

2 weeks ago | thebradentontimes.com | Bill Forman |Ashley Murray |Mitch Perry |Dawn Kitterman

Over the course of their 25-year career, Umphrey’s McGee’s praises have been sung by countless critics and musicians. But few have been as dear to the Indiana improv-rock group’s heart as those of Phil Lesh, the Grateful Dead cofounder who took the band under his wing early on.

1 month ago | shepherdexpress.com | Bill Forman

“I defy being defined,” sings Ani DiFranco on her latest album, “I’m not black or white or gray / I’m not he or she or they / I’m not gay or bi or straight / I’m just me, and maybe that’s just another thing to say.” And that’s just the tip of the iceberg for a Grammy-winning artist who’s been in and out of the public spotlight since she began performing as a solo artist 20-plus albums ago. She’ll perform on April 7 at the Pabst Theater.

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Bill Forman

En Vogue’s Dawn Robinson Has Been Living in Her Car for ‘Almost Three Years’ but Says: It’s Not ‘Woe Is Me’Former En Vogue member Dawn Robinson has revealed that she’s been living in her car for nearly three years, but it’s not a “woe is me” …

1 month ago | ajc.com | Bill Forman

In a music world marked by fleeting trends, one-hit wonders and ever-changing band lineups, Big Head Todd & The Monsters are a model of consistency and stability. With nearly 40 years under their belt, the Colorado-based band has proved its staying power with a steady stream of albums, a touring schedule that now numbers more than 1,000 shows and a timeless sound that mixes rock with shadings of soul, blues and country. The band will play Atlanta’s Variety Playhouse on Friday.

1 month ago | tucsonweekly.com | Bill Forman

It’s one thing for musicians to follow in the footsteps of a legendary band they grew up admiring. It’s another thing to actually go into the studio and record with that band’s producer. Less than five years into their career, Glixen have managed to do just that. Twice. The first time was with Nirvana producer Jack Endino. The second was with Sonny DiPerri, whose past credits include the influential shoegaze band My Bloody Valentine.