If you are lucky enough to be planning a road trip around Latin America, then you will need some music to keep you company and what better music to accompany you on your travels then the rhythms and grooves of the Latin American continent itself. The following 5 artists will give you a unique introduction to the musical heritage of some of Latin America’s most popular destinations and will help you form a road-trip soundtrack like none you’ve experienced before.
Album Cover Locations Vol. 7 – Paul’s Boutique
The reasons musicians choose specific art for their album covers are varied. Some covers, such as the Beatles’ “Yesterday and Today” butcher cover, are created to make a social or political statement. More commonly, images are chosen to make an album more marketable. The racks of albums with provocative photos of attractive women are ubiquitous. They are also probably no longer very effective as marketing tools, since any record bin is a sea of scantily-dressed women.
The World’s Most Legendary Small Gig Venues
One of the absolute best things to do when you find yourself in a new city is to check out the local concert venue to see what kind of gigs are coming up there during your stay. While gig venues come and go, there are certain iconic venues around the world that have seen their fair share of history. We’ve put together a list of some of the world’s best small concert venues so next time you’re in town, you’ll know where to check out!
Travel As I See It: Parisian Blues Hounds The Communal Well
It’s been a long time coming but we’re finally back with our next in the series of “Travel As I See It”, the interview slot that flips traditional band interviews on their head by asking musicians about the impact of travel on their lives and their art. This week we’re joined by globe-trotting group The Communal Well, who with a very unique blues sound, ply their trade in Paris, France. Let’s see how travel has helped shape the sound of this rocking six-piece.
Rock N’Roll Travel: Best American Music Festivals
For the true music lover, there is nothing quite like a great festival. What could be better than taking a few days off from your life to hear your favorite artists with thousands of people just like you? The U.S hosts such a smorgasbord of festivals that no matter what your musical tastes there is sure to be an event for you. These are a few of America’s greatest music festivals. Ready to rock out?
