by Doug Dreisbach | Mar 4, 2026
Blackberry Smoke is an Atlanta-based Southern rock band formed in 2001, blending gritty country, blues, soul, and heartfelt storytelling. Led by frontman Charlie Starr (vocals/guitar), with Paul Jackson (guitar), Richard Turner (bass), keyboardist Brandon Still, and touring drummer Kent Aberle (after co-founder Brit Turner’s 2024 passing), they deliver raw anthems. Known for eight studio albums, including Be Right Here (2024), and tireless high-energy live shows with a loyal fanbase.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Mar 3, 2026
Oteil Burbridge & Friends bring a powerhouse lineup to Iroquois Amphitheater this May, featuring Steve Kimock, Jason Crosby, Johnny Kimock, Tom Guarna, and Lamar Williams, Jr. With decades of experience spanning The Allman Brothers Band, Dead & Company, and jazz-fusion projects, Burbridge delivers masterful grooves and unforgettable live improvisation.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Mar 3, 2026
The 66th annual Kentucky Shakespeare Festival returns to Louisville’s Central Park with Free nightly performances at the C. Douglas Ramey Amphitheater. Enjoy signature repertory of Shakespeare, Globe Players, Shakespeare‑in‑Dance, food‑trucks, community pre‑shows and Late Night Shakes throughout the season.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Mar 3, 2026
Abbey Road on the River is a multi-day Beatles-inspired music festival held along Louisville’s waterfront, featuring top tribute bands from around the world. Fans gather for nonstop live music, sing-alongs, and a vibrant celebration of the Fab Four’s timeless legacy.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Mar 3, 2026
Paul Thorn, the soulful Tupelo, Mississippi native and former pro boxer (who even fought Roberto Durán on TV!), blends blues, Southern rock, country, gospel, and Americana into heartfelt, witty songs about life’s highs and lows.
With over a dozen albums—including his latest Life Is Just A Vapor—this preacher’s son delivers raw, accessible roots music that packs emotional punch and universal truth.
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