We’re excited to share the news that The Simpsons’ episode “Homer? A Cracker Bro?” (the season 37 finale) has been nominated for an Emmy Award in the Outstanding Animated Program category. This is the episode in which Michael guest-starred as himself to sing a parody of “Everybody Hurts” called “Everybody Kirks”. After recording the song … Continued
Steve Wynn reports from his recent recording sessions in Athens: “And that’s a wrap. 4 days, 13 songs and a great group of friends able to exhale and celebrate a mighty fine session. The result? My first proper solo album in 17 years, hopefully coming out in the first half of next year. Thanks to … Continued
The first single from Drink The Sea III is out today! “Oh Desire” is a song that Peter Buck brought into the studio and Alain Joahnnes wrote the lyrics and sang it beautifully and powerfully. Barrett Martin played drums and bass, Duke Garwood played guitar, and Lisette Garcia played percussion. Have a listen!
“I have a few exciting things coming up this week. Here we go! On Thursday the 9th, Steve Wynn and I will be doing a show at our Athens home-away-from home, the Rialto room. Last time we played there, Steve was on his book tour. He read from the book, and then we played the … Continued
We’re happy to share that Brazilian band Colomy’s new single, “Radio,” is available on all digital platforms today, and the video for the track is up on YouTube featuring Peter who plays on the album. “Radio” is the second single from their new album “Pra Quem Andou Perdido.” Peter has this to say about Colomy: … Continued
“If anybody is wandering around Atlanta this Monday, Drivin N Cryin is playing a festival called Decatur Watch Fest on the Decatur town square at 7:30. I’ll be joining them for the last few songs, playing my new 12-string guitar, pictured here. See ya there.” -Peter
“This is a short video clip from the band Colomy. I played and recorded with them in Brazil when I was there last year. As you can see, I’m also in the video. The full video will be available soon. I’ll write when the song and album are available.” -Peter
R.E.M. Stories is a fan-driven project headed up by Justin Bass dedicated to collecting and preserving personal stories about R.E.M. and the ways the band’s music has intersected with people’s lives for more than four decades. The site’s first three stories–submitted by John Strohm & Vince and Dee Nicholson–are now live, with new releases scheduled … Continued
Peter and his Drink The Sea band mates have announced a US and European Tour in support of their new album which will be released on October 2nd (with the first single out on July 31st). Barrett Martin says, “We’ll start August 30th in our home territory of Vashon Island, WA and then we’ll do … Continued
“A few days ago, Athens lost one of its all time greats when Brian Burke of the Normaltown Flyers passed away. I moved to Athens in 1978, and amongst the fertile new music scene, the Normaltown Flyers stood tall as a great country honky tonk hybrid that was guaranteed to tear the walls down in … Continued
Michael and Andrew Watt perform “I Played the Fool” on Jimmy Kimmel Live last night. They were joined by Chad Smith, Josh Klinghoffer, Troy Van Leeuwen, and Chris Chaney. Watch the video below. band photo by Mark Kates
Tune in Tuesday night at 11:35e for Michael and Andrew Watt on Jimmy Kimmel Live!! 🎶 More info on the program here.
Tickets are on sale now for the next round of Kevn Kinney – Peter Buck shows at the Rialto Club, July 28th and 29th, in Athens. These residencies sell out quickly so make sure to get your tickets before they’re gone. Go here for ticket information.
“I just spent a week in upstate New York recording with Rochester’s finest, Chesterfield Kings, pictured here with all of us sporting a dazzling array of elder rockstar hair. I’ve been a fan for years, but we finally met up on the Little Steven Underground Cruise a year ago. Andy Babuik, and I wrote a … Continued
This Just In: Peter will be joining good friend Steve Wynn for a show at the Rialto Club in Athens on July 9th. Their show earlier this week was a blast, so you won’t want to miss this one. Ticket info here.