NOTE: This review was originally published at DAMESofPA.com on April 3, 2010. On March 27th, we were treated to a fantastic night of local, original music at Appalachian Brewing Company in Harrisburg. The event was in honor of the 18th birthday of 97.3 The River and featured The Badlees along with the Darcie Miner Band, … Read more
This article originally appeared on the Sound Off for Vets website on March 3, 2011 A great concert featuring seven different acts called Heroes Wear Boots. This event will be held on Sunday, March 20th at the Abbey Bar at Appalachian Brewing Company, Harrisburg. This show will also benefit The Wounded Warrior Project and … Read more
How unseemly for one to tell his own story. Is it propaganda or just frustration that no one other has come come forth to say it before, in this expanding swath of time since I unleashed on the world my own heart and soul. Let’s look first, at what is not there – half of … Read more
NOTE: This review was originally published at DAMESofPA.com on February 28, 2010. I was struck by something someone said to me in passing a few weeks ago. We were hanging out in a local bar listening to some bands who played mostly original songs but also threw a few covers in every set. While one … Read more
NOTE: This article was originally published on the DAMES of Pa website on February 2, 2011. With roots that date back to the early nineties, Underground Saints are in no way newcomers to the music scene. That being said, the band has just recently released their debut album Broken Machines and to much critical acclaim. … Read more
NOTE: This review was originally Published on Big Blue Bullfrog, March 9, 200 At first, the sight of them brings an almost nerve-wracking sense of unease. As they methodically go through the motions of setting the stage, their appearance is that of flannel-clad stoners that had just rolled out of bed, 8pm bed-head and all. … Read more
Mycenea Worley is a singer/songwriter who regularly plays clubs, festivals, and benefits throughout central Pennsylvania. Her performances usually feature a nice blend of original songs, popular covers, and covers done with her unique arrangement, and always feature her enthusiastic smile, friendly demeanor, and outgoing personality. “A sense of humor and a big smile go a … Read more
Review of Love Is Rain by The Badlees If you are looking for a fluffy, happy review of the new CD by The Badlees stop reading now. The band’s new release, Love Is Rain, is flawed. The first of these flaws are right up front and immediate. Now, we realize that the art of song … Read more
What do DVDs, disco, the Dutch, compact discs, VCRs, Charlie Chaplin, classical music, the European record market during World War II, Karl Marx, Canadian Whiskey, and Kermit the Frog all have to do with the Badlees? Read on and you will find out. Charlie Chaplin (Sir Charles Spencer Chaplin) was a British actor and filmmaker … Read more