FULLY FOCUSED: The Record Company will play Wilmington’s Throne Theater

Originally published in encore magazine, October 26, 2016 “We’re The Record Company and we play rock ‘n’ roll,”  lead singer Chris Vos tells prior to his band’s performances. It’s been his signature greeting to crowds at most shows since their inception in 2011. It’s simple, matter-of-fact, and Vos compares the practice to The Man in Black starting his shows with, “Hello, my name is Johnny … Continue reading FULLY FOCUSED: The Record Company will play Wilmington’s Throne Theater

CARRY ON: Kansas adds a new album to 40-plus year catalog, set to play at Cape Fear Stage

The band Kansas introduced themselves to the world in 1974 with their self-titled debut album. While their original lineup has a changed a bit throughout the years, the essence of the band has carried on much like the wayward son from their “Leftoverture” hit in 1976. “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind,” as well as the title track from their follow-up record, … Continue reading CARRY ON: Kansas adds a new album to 40-plus year catalog, set to play at Cape Fear Stage

A FREIGHT TRAIN OF SOUND: The Marcus King Band opens for JJ Grey & Mofro at Greenfield Lake

“I actually don’t consider myself to be a strong writer because I have so many heroes that are phenomenal writers,” singer-songwriter and blues guitarist Marcus King says. “Warren [Haynes], especially, being one of them. I don’t think I’ll ever consider myself a strong writer. Right now it’s just something I need to do to get things off my chest.” On the contrary, Marcus King of The … Continue reading A FREIGHT TRAIN OF SOUND: The Marcus King Band opens for JJ Grey & Mofro at Greenfield Lake