January 16th, 2013 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Songs of the Day
Today’s “Featured Artist and Song of the Day” showcases Portland, Oregon and Hilo, Hawaii’s own, Nahko Bear and Medicine for the People, with their song, “Budding Trees.” The talented musicians include Nahko, as well as Hope Medford, Max Ribner, Don Corey, Jeanna McAnally, Aliina Champion and Tim Ribner. The movement, Medicine for the People, “is [...]
January 8th, 2013 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Songs of the Day
Today’s “Featured Artist and Song of the Day” showcases Hobbs, New Mexico’s own, Ryan Bingham, with his song, “Too Deep To Fill,” off his album, Tomorrowland, through his own label, Axster Bingham Records, that he started up with his wife, Anna Axster. The album is the debut for the label. The record was released in [...]
December 27th, 2012 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Featured Articles, Songs of the Day
As 2012 nears its end, it is time to release the 2nd annual The Troubadour’s Road Top 25 Songs of 2012. It has been an incredible year of music, and it’s an honor to feature these fine artists and bands. These songs have been a staple on the website, in my headphones, and truly made [...]
December 18th, 2012 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Songs of the Day
Today’s “Featured Artist and Song of the Day” showcases Burlington, Ontario’s own, Walk Off The Earth, with their song, “Gang of Rhythm,” off their EP, R.E.V.O, released through Columbia Records. The 4-song EP includes songs Red Hands, Gang of Rhythm, Speeches and Summer Vibe. The talented group is at it again with another incredible video, [...]
December 14th, 2012 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Featured Articles, Songs of the Day
In the spirit of the season, and in the spirit of giving, it is an honor to showcase Denver, Colorado’s own, Megan Burtt, as she is so close to getting to her PledgeMusic goal (currently 4% away), with only 4 days remaining, to fund her upcoming album. The fundraising, however, doesn’t stop once she reaches her [...]
December 6th, 2012 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Featured Articles, Songs of the Day
Life is fragile, with such a fine line between living and moving on. How does one say goodbye to all those that they hold dear? How do you say goodbye when you are only 17-years-old? With only months to live, Zach Sobiech, of Lakeland, Minnesota, chose to embrace each and every day with hope and [...]
December 4th, 2012 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Songs of the Day
Today’s “Featured Artist and Song of the Day” showcases Victoria, British Columbia, Canada’s own, Current Swell, with their song, “Long Time Ago,” which is the title track off their record that was released in October of last year, through Nettwerk Productions. The official video, however, debuted but a few hours ago. Current Swell is [...]
December 3rd, 2012 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Featured Articles, Photo Gallery, Show Reviews, Songs of the Day
The Troubadour’s Road took to the streets of Colfax Avenue, to the Ogden Theatre, for the incredible performance by Xavier Rudd, Yeshe, and special guest, Beth Preston. Capturing the night was the talented photographer, Art Heffron. Below are his images of an amazing night of music. Also, be sure to take a look at the [...]
November 29th, 2012 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Songs of the Day
Today’s “Featured Artist and Song of the Day” showcases the talented, United Kingdom singer/songwriter, Liz Lawrence, with her song, “Bedroom Hero,” which she released as a single a couple days ago, on November 26, 2012. Her debut album is set for release early next year. The song takes a deep look into the bedroom songwriter, [...]
November 20th, 2012 | by Nels Thoreson | published in Featured Articles, Songs of the Day
Last year we were fortunate to start up the first Troubadour’s Road Turkey Drive. My youngest brother, Nate, comes up from Durango on a break from college, we jump in the vehicle of our other brother, Neil, head to King Soopers, get some turkeys and other food, and then head to the Jeffco Action Center [...]