Articles by Kerry Doole

Begonia

Lady in Mind

PUBLISHED Feb 8, 2017

Begonia is the solo project of Winnipeg-based singer/songwriter Alexa Dirks. She has been best known as a member of Juno-winning group Chic...

The Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer

A Real Fine Mess

PUBLISHED Feb 2, 2017

Two earlier albums and a rep for fiery live performances have made Vancouver blues duo the Harpoonist & the Axe Murderer faves on the fest...

Fred Eaglesmith

Standard

PUBLISHED Jan 27, 2017

In music industry terms, Fred Eaglesmith operates off the grid. His albums come out with minimal fanfare, but his loyal audience continues...

Whitney Rose

South Texas Suite

PUBLISHED Jan 25, 2017

Prince Edward Island-raised honkytonk singer/songwriter Whitney Rose first made a real mark with 2015 album Heartbreaker of the Year, produ...

Stephen Fearing

Every Soul's a Sailor

PUBLISHED Jan 11, 2017

Veteran roots songsmith Stephen Fearing has achieved real prominence over the past 20 years as a member of super-trio Blackie and the Rodeo...

Jimmie Vaughan

Plays More Blues, Ballads & Favorites

PUBLISHED Nov 17, 2016

It's easier to be prolific when you're not writing the songs, so Texas blues veteran Vaughan (ex-Fabulous Thunderbirds) has quickly followe...

Harry Manx & Kevin Breit

Strictly Whatever

PUBLISHED Nov 17, 2016

Canadian string wizards Manx and Breit have prolific solo recording careers, and Breit is a much in-demand accompanist for stars ranging fr...

Tony Rice Night Flyer

PUBLISHED Nov 17, 2016

In bluegrass circles, the name Tony Rice is greeted with near-reverence. The veteran guitarist/singer made his mark with the New South, the...