Category Archives: Ridiculously Talented

Ridiculously Talented – Here Come The Mummies

Posted on March 8, 2013 by

I don’t know why I haven’t included these band of mummy brothers before now. I may have taken them for granted, and for that, I apologize. Being around the guys in the early stages of their mummification, I was fortunate … Continue reading →

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Favorite Music of 2012

Posted on December 31, 2012 by

Best Musical Groups of 2012: Mumford and Sons, MuteMath, Little Big Town, The Lumineers, Dawes, Imagine Dragons, Of Monsters & Men, Zac Brown Band, PawnShop kings, Fun, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, The Avett Brothers, Group 1 Crew, Thousand Foot … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented: Michael Kiwanuka

Posted on November 29, 2012 by

I admit I got into a rut with my blog. Mostly due to my work, hobbies, and not really being inspired to post anything. I’d rather let the blog sit idle than conjure up something just to have content. I … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented: Dawes

Posted on April 24, 2012 by

There is one rule regarding concerts that I have stood by, but also broken:  Don’t miss the opening act.  Yes, we all want to get to the act that we spent our money on to see and hear perform, but … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – downhere

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

I admit to being very late on this one, after all, downhere’s first album came out in 2001 and they have released a total of 11 albums and EP’s.  I’ve had my opportunities over the past few years to listen … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Eric Church

Posted on January 17, 2012 by

A big congratulations goes out to Eric Church who just scored his first #1 single this week with “Drink In My Hand”.  It’s been way overdue since releasing his first single to radio in 2006.  From that time Eric has … Continue reading →

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Favorite Music of 2011

Posted on December 20, 2011 by

It’s been an amazing year for great music!  For what it’s worth here’s my own little “Best Of” for 2011.  In no particular order. Best Musical Groups of 2011: Mumford and Sons, MuteMath, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Fitz and the Tantrums, … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Brooke Fraser

Posted on November 15, 2011 by

I’ve been looking to feature this amazing New Zealand born artist for a while now, but could never decide on exactly which video to post since there is so much quality content.  I solved that problem by posting two videos … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Marc Scibilia

Posted on October 18, 2011 by

I’ve been ready to feature Marc Scibilia since I started this particular series, but didn’t have a recent video to post.  That has changed since he has teamed up with Director Julian Smith and released a series of videos including … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Little Big Town

Posted on September 13, 2011 by

Little Big Town has been around making great music since 1998 and they get better and more Ridiculously Talented all the time.  They haven’t gotten the full attention they deserve just yet, but if there is any justice in the … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Joss Stone

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

She launched in 2003, has five albums to her credit, and has been a feature vocalist on dozens of other top artists projects.  Her latest album, LP1, was released on July 26th and recorded in Nashville in just six days. … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Mat Kearney

Posted on August 16, 2011 by

Nashville resident Mat Kearney isn’t necessarily a new artist, but not exactly what you’d call widely known by the masses.  Yet. The 2006 single “Nothing Left To Lose” and “Closer To Love” released in 2009 are his most recognized songs, … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – MUTEMATH

Posted on July 19, 2011 by

The following words have been used to describe them: Epic, Untouchable, Unique, Genius, Evolving, Experimental, Intense, Mind Blowing, Creative, Incredible……Ridiculously Talented….. Each and every word fits as Mutemath continues to redefine, surprise and yet maintain their own unique brand and … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Zac Brown Band

Posted on July 12, 2011 by

Everything that is good, true, and right about country music is on display in the Zac Brown Band. No gimmicks or studio tricks necessary. We need more of this authenticity, artistry, and pureness in country music. Here is video of … Continue reading →

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Ridiculoulsly Talented – Mumford and Sons

Posted on June 21, 2011 by

Mike:  I’ll take Ridiculously Talented for $1000 Alex. Alex:  The band Mumford & Sons plays this style of music with a strong Shakespearean literary influence. Me:  What are English folk, bluegrass, country, Irish, Americana, roots, alternative, indie rock and anything … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Kevin Montgomery

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

I’ve known Kevin Montgomery for over 20 years since attending Nashville’s Belmont College together.  From the first time I saw him perform and to this very day I’ve always been struck by his musical and songwriting talent as a solo … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Attwater

Posted on June 7, 2011 by

I had the pleasure of seeing this Sacramento based band perform in Nashville about a month ago and was incredibly impressed.  Attwater teamed up with producer extraordinaire Charlie Peacock (The Civil Wars, Switchfoot) to put together several new tracks and … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – NEEDTOBREATHE

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

One of the best bands in any format and has yet to be heard by the masses, but that’s been changing. Needtobreathe has opened up for some prominent artists and is currently on tour with Taylor Swift. The band alone … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Adele

Posted on May 24, 2011 by

Not much needs to be said here.  Everyone knows Adele is Ridiculously Talented, especially judging from the fact I couldn’t get tickets to her show in Nashville the morning they went on sale.  So if I didn’t include her then … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Chris Thile and Michael Daves

Posted on May 17, 2011 by

Nickel Creek is one of my all time favorites and I look forward to including them in a future Ridiculously Talented, especially when/if they get back together.  One member of that trio, Chris Thile has been involved in numerous projects … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Joe Bonamassa

Posted on May 10, 2011 by

I had trouble deciding which video to post on this week’s installment because Joe Bonamassa is just too Ridiculously Talented.  So I picked two.  One from the studio and another raw concert footage.  Enjoy.

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Ridiculously Talented – Carolina Chocolate Drops

Posted on May 3, 2011 by

Hey look, it’s officially a series now!  I have a list of over 20 artists I’d like to ultimately get to.  Some have been around for a while and others are newer.  I look forward to discovering more along the … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – PawnShop kings

Posted on April 26, 2011 by

A new feature. I just thought of it today and since today is Tuesday, why not begin like, now….. The first installment of Ridiculously Talented Tuesday features the PawnShop kings in an acoustic performance of “Carolina”.   They are Ridiculously Talented!

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Favorite Music Of 2010

Posted on December 15, 2010 by

My own little “Best Of” for 2010.  In no particular order. Best Musical Groups of 2010: PawnShop kings, Zac Brown Band, Switchfoot, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, The Black Keys, Needtobreathe, Paramore, Skillet, Mumford and Sons, OneRepublic, Civil Wars, Downhere … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Bethany Dillon

Posted on November 7, 2008 by

Yes I know, Bethany Dillon has been around for a bit in the Christian music industry and has scored #1 songs, critical acclaim, and GMA nominations, but there are millions of people who have never heard of her outside those walls.  It’s about … Continue reading →

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