The Music Matters Summer 2017
Concert Report
Must See Independent Touring Artists
Band: Deer Tick
Who they are: Alternative Indie from Providence, Rhode Island
Why you should see them: A group just as fresh in year ten as they were in year one
Link to tour dates: https://deertickmusic.com/tour/
For fans of: Seeing an Alt-Folk band just go wild!
The Music Matters Summer 2017
Concert Report
Must See Independent Touring Artists
Artist: Frank Turner
Who he is: Folk/Punk singer born in Bahrain, now based in UK
Why you should see him – To explore his Folk musings since the Punk days of Million Dead
Link to tour dates: http://frank-turner.com/live-gigs/
For fans of: Seeing Bruce Springsteen tell a story in the words of Johnny Rotten. Yes Frank can.
The Music Matters Summer 2017
Concert Report
Must See Independent Touring Artists
Band: Shovels and Rope
Who they are: Indie Folk duo from Charleston, South Carolina
Why you should see them – They mix many genres to tell most beautiful stories
Link to tour dates: http://shovelsandrope.com/tour-dates/
For fans of: That perfect blend of Americana, Folk and Rock
The Music Matters Summer 2017
Concert Report
Must See Independent Touring Artists
Who they are: Banjo/Guitar power duo from Ohio
Artist: CAAMP
Why you should see them –So you can be lucky enough to be part of their loyal following
Link to tour dates: http://www.caamptheband.com/tour/
For fans of: Heartfelt sound and genuine live shows
The Music Matters Summer 2017
Concert Report
Must See Independent Touring Artists
Band: The Weeks
Who they are: Rock and Roll from Nashville, TN
Link to tour dates: http://theweeksmusic.com/tour-1
For fans of: If you like the groove, the grit and need to hear it loud
The Music Matters Summer 2017
Concert Report
Must See Independent Touring Artists
Artist: L.A. Salami
Who he is: Blues/Rock Singer/Songwriter from London
Why you should see him – Dynamic performer, well storied lyrics
Link to tour dates: http://www.songkick.com/artists/4319966-la-salami/calendar
For fans of: Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell
Special Concert Announcement. Thursday July 6th in Baltimore. This is an #allstar bill including Robyn Hitchcock Waxahatchee The Weeks , Ron Gallo, Hollis Brown and Outcalls . All brought to you by WTMD as part of their First Thursdays Concert Series. If any of our people are there please message with pics and reports.
The Music Matters Summer 2017
Concert Report
Must See Independent Touring Artists
Band: Wild Child
Who they are: Austin based Indie
Link to tour dates: http://wildchildsounds.com/shows/
For fans of: Folk influenced Indie Pop
The Music Matters Summer 2017
Concert Report
Must See Independent Touring Artists
Band: Leopold and his Fiction
Who they are: Austin based Garage Rock/Funk/Blues
Link to tour dates: http://www.leopoldandhisfiction.com/
For fans of: Jack White, Led Zeppelin, Marc Bolan
The Music Matters Summer 2017
Concert Report
Must See Independent Touring Artists
Artist: Shakey Graves
Who he is: Americana Rocker from Austin, TX
Why you should see him – Mixes Blues, Folk and Rock in a one man band style
Link to tour dates: http://www.shakeygraves.com/tour/
For fans of: Raw and gutsy Roots Rock
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