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Detroit, Michigan-based indie singer-songwriter Ronny Tibbs shares elusive, driving track and rousing animated video “What You Do.” The building, explosive “What You Do” has become a staple in the Ronny Tibbs live shows, and stands out from the forthcoming project as its bridge takes a raucous, psychedelic twist. Its subject matter similarly displays a new side of Tibbs. The artist invites listeners to bring their own perspectives to the music.
“While it’s personal in some ways, it also touches on political and social perspectives. When writing about these topics, I always strive to pose an opinion without pushing an agenda. To each their own—this is just an observation from my point of view. It’s cool if people see something that aligns with them in the track; if not, carry on.”
For its accompanying video, Tibbs recruited two animators, Martina Sic and Taylor Stanislawski, who brought the music to life and together, all let their imaginations run, without any creative restraints. Plus, Tibbs continues, “To add a unique layer traditionally reserved for performance aspects, I enlisted America’s Got Talent winner Ace ‘Shadow’ Phillips, who masterfully performed all the shadow puppet sections. This film was one of my most complex projects, primarily because animation offers boundless creative freedom.”
The Trouble Notes, renowned for their explosive progressive folk rock music, produce a sound that is far greater than the sum of its parts. Known for their exhilarating performances that blend mesmerizing virtuosity with raw energy, the band has dazzled audiences worldwide for the past decade.
Press Quotes:
The Trouble Notes’ music is an eclectic fusion of genre across the entirety of the musical spectrum, creating a sound that is truly unique to its own. – Rob Underwood, BBC Radio Lincolnshire
BBC Radio’s Faye Hatcher said the band is “like nothing I’ve ever seen before. Their musical influences take you on a journey around the world. You can’t help clap very loudly, tap your feet or spontaneously jig along to their music! An absolute must-see!!”
The Trouble Notes play at Smith’s Olde Bar on Friday, Oct. 25th.
Trauma ray release their slowcore, introspective dirge, “Spectre.” Its tracing chords are met with hymnal lyrics from vocalist Uri Avila. Of the single he tells, “I think a lot of us have our own ghosts we refuse to part with. This song is supposed to haunt you. To help you internalize and break down your own inability to let go of the things or the people that aren’t good for you. The perspective of the ‘Spectre’ wonders why you won’t push it away after it’s caused so much pain. It wants you to heal. It wants to be left alone. It’s tired and wishes to move on, but you won’t let it. I wrote these lyrics with the hope that listeners struggling with this kind of emotion can find the strength to move forward.”
The name trauma ray was inspired by the German word for ‘daydream, or ‘dream state,’ in classic shoegaze fashion. Avila’s background in a devout Pentecostal community gives his lyrics about guilt, purgatory, and passing to the other side to an emotional authenticity that cuts through the music’s majestic volume.
trauma ray plays in Atlanta Nov 19th at Masquerade Altar.
Rooted in the rich, rugged spirit of North Georgia, The Band Loula delivers a mesmerizing blend of swampy, haunting acoustics and instantly captivating country. Formed by two lifelong friends, Malachi Mills and Logan Simmons, the duo crafts a fresh, evocative sound through their raw harmonies and unmistakable chemistry. With a tireless touring spirit and a recent signing to Warner Music Nashville, The Band Loula is currently recording with John Osborne of Grammy-winning Brothers Osborne, bringing an electrifying blend of desire, betrayal, and yearning to their music.
Their soulful, song-driven approach offers a genuine and contemporary take on country, perfect for those who appreciate their music straight up and unfiltered.
After a standout year sharing the stage with artists like Brothers Osborne, Ashley McBryde, Paul Cauthen, and Brent Cobb, The Band Loula is set to enchant audiences nationwide as they join Elle King on tour through November.
Creators of the boutique music vacation Topeka confirm the return of Grammy-award winners Tedeschi Trucks Band for another installment of their celebrated “Sun, Sand and Soul” beach weekend. Curated by the band themselves, this special music vacation returns to the shores of Miramar Beach, Florida, May 1-3, 2025.
“Sun, Sand and Soul” will bring two performances by Tedeschi Trucks Band, as well as sets from Bonnie Raitt, Cory Wong, Los Lobos, The Wood Brothers, North Mississippi All Stars, Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge and more.
Sign up for tickets HERE.
“We can’t wait to return to Florida in 2025 for a second year of our Sun, Sand & Soul festival! We’re excited to create a unique space for fans over an entire beach weekend. Getting the chance to collaborate with artists that are our heroes and friends is a true honor.” – Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi
ABOUT TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND:
Led by the husband/wife duo of guitarist Derek Trucks and singer/guitarist Susan Tedeschi – hailed as “two of the best roots rock musicians of their generation” (NPR), the 12-piece group is known globally for their unmistakable sound and world-class musicianship that seamlessly blends distinctive genres of American music.
Since forming in 2010, TTB’s caravan has traveled countless miles to bring their music to audiences around the world. With a large catalog that spans rock, blues, jazz and even country, no setlist is ever the same, leaving their ever-growing fan base of all-ages returning again and again for electrifying performances. In the fall of 2023, Tedeschi Trucks Band played a pair of career-defining arena shows at TD Garden in Boston and Madison Square Garden in New York City. Dubbed “The Garden Parties” the pair of gigs saw praise from Relix who raved of the group’s “seasoned grace and artistry.” From sold-out multi-night residencies across America to tours through Europe and Japan, to their flagship annual summer amphitheater tours, the band’s shows are an eagerly anticipated highlight of the live music calendar and “nothing short of exhilarating” (Salon).
ABOUT TOPEKA
Topeka delivers engaging U.S. based Music Vacation experiences amidst the backdrop of the beautiful white sand beaches of Miramar Beach, Florida. Topeka’s innovative approach offers a unique “Worry Free / No Line” live music experience where guests enjoy their favorite days at the beach and are a short walk from their beach condos, homes or villas to the intimate 5,500 guest open-air green space venue where they tune into their favorite artists each night.
Each guest enjoys the comforts of their own personal two, four or six person Cove for the course of the vacation event where they can stand, sit or dance each night. A variety of local culinary delights, beverages and merchandise are delivered on-demand right to guest’s Coves within 7 minutes or less ensuring they never miss a moment of music.
Inspired by a scene from the movie Almost Famous, Topeka prioritizes forging real connections between bands and their fans and creating moments that become memories that last a lifetime all through the power of community and live music.
Whether a couple, a group of friends, a family or coming solo, the Topeka team looks after every guest with a passion to set the stage for an unparalleled blend of hospitality, music, beach and connection.
Topeka was created by Andy Levine, Founder of Sixthman. Experience the feel of a Topeka Music Vacation HERE.
