A Look at 2015 So Far

We are already two months into 2015, and so much has happened already! Here's a quick look back at all that has occurred in Ragin' Randy Entertainment Co. With 10 months still to go, I am absolutely ecstatic see what comes next!

Waka Winter Classic February 7, 2015

The Wave Function - Murphy's Pub January 30, 2015

Dank - Dank February 3, 2015

Assault on Black Lodge February 21, 2015

Album Review: Dank - Dank (Feb 3, 2015) - Live Music Daily

Agori Tribe w/The Wave Function January 30, 2015

Agori Tribe - Hi-Tone January 10, 2015

Article: Perpetual Groove Gives Fans a Slight Hint at Reunification - Live Music Daily

Agori Tribe - Hi-Tone January 10, 2015

Opposite Box - Hi-Tone January 10, 2015

Dumpstaphunk - Lafayette's Music Room February 18, 2015

Lotus w/Kung Fu - 1884 Lounge February 10, 2015

Review & Photos: Lotus w/Kung Fu - 1884 Lounge (Feb 10, 2015) - Grateful Music

Lotus - 1884 Lounge February 10, 2015

Jeff Austin Band - 1884 Lounge February 19, 2015

Agori Tribe - Murphy's Pub January 30, 2015

Jeff Austin Band - 1884 Lounge February 19, 2015

Review & Photos: Jeff Austin Band w/Graber Grass (Feb 19, 2015) - Grateful Music

Umphrey's McGee - The Lyric Theatre January 28, 2015

Umphrey's McGee - The Lyric Theatre January 28, 2015

Photos: Umphrey's McGee - The Lyric Theatre (Jan 28, 2015) - Grateful Music

Umphrey's McGee - The Lyric Theatre January 28, 2015

Kung Fu - 1884 Lounge February 10, 2015

Review & Photos: Umphrey's McGee - The Lyric Theatre (Jan 28, 2015) - Glide Magazine

Lotus - 1884 Lounge February 10, 2015

Agori Tribe - Hi-Tone January 10, 2015

Umphrey's McGee Winter Tour 2015

Agori Tribe w/Opposite Box & New Wave Rebellion January 10, 2015

Agori Tribe Shared Lost Tapes for Throwback Thursday

Agori Tribe treated fans to a very special Throwback Thursday yesterday, unleashing two songs recorded almost 7 years ago, when the band first began, in a practice room in drummer Sean Naughton's house. See the official message from the band and check out the two songs below.

Agori Tribe:

THROWBACK THURSDAY!!!! We just uploaded 2 supppper old school recordings to soundcloud that our good friend and fellow tribesmen Tyler Austin just unearthed for us. man..... these were the days... the lost tapes for sure!! I think this is something like 6-7 years ago in Sean's house where we use to jam for days and work on countless ideas which you probably still experience today!

We're posting these in honor of the progression we all have made over the years and for a jolly good look at the past! haha! We are also expecting to release some brand new music very very soon and an album is in the works for summer time :)))) plus plenty of performances to follow. We love you guys! Enjoy this blast from the past and tell us what you think! Be nice now......... ;D

JUST ANNOUNCED: Cabinet Announces FREE Album Release

Rising bluegrass jam band Cabinet has announced its first studio release since 2012's Leap. The new album is called Celebration, and it will be released in just ONE WEEK... FOR FREE!!! The official release date is March 5, 2015. The official announcement from the band's Facebook page is below.

Cabinet:

"Very special announcement! We’re beyond thrilled to announce that the new Cabinet record, CELEBRATION, is ready to roll! So thrilled, in fact, that we’ll be releasing our first studio album in quite some time ONE week from today. For FREE! Just head on over towww.noisetrade.com (an album specific link will be available next week) and it’s yours. That’s it. No strings attached. You'll notice the release date lines up nicely with our newly renamed CELEBRATION TOUR kick off in Ithaca, NY. What we’re hoping is that you will share this record with as many people as possible. Family, friends, neighbors, strangers, anyone you think will enjoy our music. Thank you for all of the love and support over the years. We are truly grateful to have the #bestfansintheland. Enjoy.

Look for other album news and updates including our very first vinyl release PledgeMusic campaign, coming soon!

Preview a track today here:

https://soundcloud.com/cabinet/celebration

Note: CELEBRATION will be available for FREE download from 3/5/15 to 4/5/15. After that you’ll need to visit iTunes, amazon, etc to purchase the album."

Catch Cabinet at Lafayette's Music Room in Memphis, TN on March 22, 2015.

“Meeting on the Mountain” Live Broadcast Sunday, March 1!

The first “Meeting on the Mountain” live broadcast will take place March 1st at Cervantes in Denver, CO featuring Bill Nershi of the String Cheese Incident, Dead Winter Carpenters, Benny "Burle" Galloway, host Tyler Grant and house band Grant Farm. The hour-long broadcast starts at 7PMsharp, MST. It will be streamed live with high-quality video and sound at www.meetingonthemountain.com. Join us in Denver or tune in to the live broadcast! Watch the video promo HERE.

Sunday, March 1 - MEETING ON THE MOUNTAIN LIVE BROADCAST from Cervantes' Other Side in Denver, CO. One-hour live broadcast with music and interviews at 7PM sharp MST. Watch the live broadcast HERE

Road to Winter Wonder Grass Tahoe Tour Dates w/ Dead Winter Carpenters

Feb. 25 - Steamboat Springs, CO - Schmiggity’s

Feb. 26 - Avon, CO - Montana’s Smokehouse

Feb. 27 - Fort Collins, CO - Hodi’s Half Note

Feb. 28 - Boulder, CO - eTown Hall

Mar. 1 - Denver, CO - Cervantes’ w/ Bill Nershi, Dead Winter Carpenters and Benny Galloway

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Blues + Brews III: An Evening With... Kingfish

16 year-old Clarksdale, MS guitar prodigy Christone “Kingfish” Ingram headlines live at Young Avenue Deli

Memphis, TN – The third installment of the “Blues + Brews: An Evening With…” concert series showcases the future of the Blues to the Mid-South. On Friday, February 27, 2015, musical wunderkind Christone “Kingfish” Ingram will headline his first live performance in Memphis, Tennessee.

After an appearance at the White House and touring dates in France, Kingfish is coming back to Memphis to thrill audiences with his soulful, Delta sound.  Since he last took the stage in Memphis, opening for “Blues + Brews II,” his career has catapulted to the national stage as he has been featured on the Rachael Ray Show, numerous news outlets, as well as, shared and liked across all major social media.

Kingfish Ingram is extraordinary talent and has a huge personality to boot.  Kingfish is a true descendent of music legend Charlie Pride.  Originally from Delta blues country in Mississippi, he picked up the bass guitar at the unexpected age of 5.  Under the tutelage of music legends Richard "Daddy Rich” Crisman and Bill “Howl-N-Madd” Perry he learned the history of the Blues genre and honed musical chops far beyond his years.

Ingram is a one of a kind showman and his live performances are not to be missed.  Event doors will open at Young Avenue Deli at 9pm and live music will begin at 10pm with Christone “Kingfish” Ingram performing two full music sets. Craft and domestic beer specials will be provided by AS Barboro and Young Avenue Deli all night long.

About Christone “Kingfish” Ingram

Hailing from Clarksdale, MS home of the Delta Blues, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram personifies what the Delta Blues sound and culture is all about. Only 16 years old, Kingfish is thought of as a musical prodigy beginning his musical journey as a young drummer, becoming a skilled bassist by the age of 9 and a guitar sensation by the age of 14. While many doubt someone his age can feel, let alone play the blues, Kingfish has redefined odds and he’s only getting better.

About Whitney Entertainment Brokers (WEB)

The Whitney Entertainment Brokers seek to present and debut headline quality music throughout the Mid-South. The Whitney Entertainment Brokers mission is to recognize and relish Memphis, TN as the home of the indelible Blues and Delta sound that has laid the groundwork for Blues, Rock, R&B, Soul, Country and other various popular music genres. WEB enthusiastically embraces the history and culture of the city and sounds we love.

About Young Avenue Deli

Standing tall off the corner of Cooper and Young Avenue in the heart of Memphis, TN is the Young Avenue Deli. After opening in October 1995 this restaurant, bar and music venue is seen as a local landmark to Memphians. Just a few blocks down from Overton Square, “The Deli” serves as the backbone to the Cooper Young Festival each year. With the largest selection of craft beer in the area, Young Avenue Deli looks to revive Memphis culture in the eyes of locals as they embrace the emerging beer scene and showcase live music kin to the area. 

Contact Info:

Whitney Entertainment Brokers

E: stephen@whitneybrokers.com & ric@whitneybrokers.com

P: 901.605.9754

RAGIN' REVIEW: Jeff Austin Band w/Graber Grass

Thursday, February 19, 2015, Jeff Austin brought his new band to 1884 Lounge in Memphis, TN. Just under a year after leaving Yonder Mountain String Band to pursue his solo career, Austin seems to be a man on a mission! Check out my review AND photos from the evening at the link below!

Jeff Austin Band w/Graber Grass - 1884 Lounge, Memphis, TN (February 19, 2015)

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PHOTO GALLERY: Dumpstaphunk w/American Fiction at Lafayette's

Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk graced Lafayette's Music Room with a Wednesday night full of thumping bass and tasty grooves! Memphis' own American Fiction opened up the night for us. Follow the link below for my full photo gallery!

Dumpstaphunk w/American Fiction - Lafayette's Music Room, Memphis, TN (Feb 18, 2015)