Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper created a hit with “Shallow” - the lead single from the 2018 musical, romantic drama film, A Star is Born. A country and folk pop influenced power ballad, “Shallow” received both critical and commercial acclaim…
Jan 18 2020
From The Shower To The Stage: How To Create A Great Cover Of Your Favorite Song! (Part One)
Who doesn't love to sing in the shower?
I know I do! But how do you go from belting a favorite song in the privacy of your home to creating a polished cover of a favorite song suitable for public…
Nov 23 2019
6 Awesome And Inspiring Gifts for Musicians!
You may be a musician yourself, have a musician as a friend or family member, or simply be interested in the process of creating or performing music. Here are some of our favorite musical toys/tools that may be of interest…
Oct 19 2019
What is Americana Music?
Laurie and I were recently in Nashville on September 11, 2019, to attend the 2019 Americana Music Association Honors and Awards show which was held at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Great performances were on display from a literal “Who’s…
Sep 18 2019
How Do Lessons Learned From Bats & Dolphins Help Advance 3D Headphone Mixes To Now Offer A VR “Virtual Reality” Three Dimensional Soundscape?
How do lessons learned from bats and dolphins help advance 3D headphone mixes to now offer a VR virtual reality three dimensional soundscape for today’s cutting edge recordings?
Music and technology have long had a synergistic relationship: whether it’s industry…
Aug 19 2019
On becoming a "Roads Scholar": Scenic vistas and hidden travel gems in Washington State
On becoming a "Roads Scholar": Scenic vistas and hidden travel gems in Washington State, from the Olympic Peninsula to Lake Chelan, provide inspiration and songwriting ideas for touring musicians. Go Northwest!Laurie Raveis, Collings Guitar (Julian Lage OM1), Washington Pass…
Jul 18 2019
How Do Musicians, Actors, Singers And Performers Benefit From The Alexander Technique?
Laurie and I recently had the privilege of taking a week long intensive program in the Alexander Technique offered by the Boston Conservatory at Berklee College of Music. We were part of a small group (6 total), who ranged from…
Jun 16 2019
There and back again - thoughts from the road, a traveling musician’s UK tour 2019
There and back again - thoughts from the road. UK Tour 2019
Journeys are conceived in hope and anticipation, nurtured and shaped by unexpected obstacles and unforeseen pleasures, and given depth and meaning by the experiences and people you encounter…
May 2 2019
Hollywood Music in Media Awards nominates Raveis Kole's wedding song
On November 20, 2019 the 2019 Hollywood Music in Media Award winners will be announced at the historic Avalon Theater in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California.The HMMA main event will feature live music performances, celebrity presenters, tributes to music industry icons…
Apr 20 2019
Why Do I Use A Sadowsky Archtop Guitar as part of an Americana Acoustic Duo?
Roger Sadowsky started work as an acoustic guitar maker in 1972 and, over time, has evolved to become a pre-eminent boutique luthier supplying instruments to many world class guitarists and bass players. Roger Sadowsky has built bass guitars and bass…
Mar 17 2019
Americana Radio Albums Chart (AMA) Electric Blue Dandelion Nashville Sessions
Americana Radio Albums Chart (AMA) with over 100 stations spinning Electric Blue Dandelion Nashville Sessions!
Raveis Kole's latest release: "Electric Blue Dandelion - Nashville Sessions" is in its 12th week on the Americana Radio Albums Chart. The Chart is fronted…
Dec 6 2018
Daily Country News Interview (Essential 8 questions) with Americana Duo Raveis Kole
Essential 8: Raveis Kole
With Electric Blue Dandelion -Nashville Sessions, Washington-based duo Raveis Kole present their debut album in a more acoustic manner reflecting a global view and a spirited search for meaning. Lead singer and chief songwriter Laurie Raveis…