Edward F. Nesta

Big Daddy: It’s A Mad Mad Bad Dad World is 10 tracks of Chicago Blues Rock wonderful. Singer, songwriter, guitarist Paul Waring, together with guitarist Pete Galanis, Elton Jaan on Hammond organ, Ari Seder on bass, Jason "JROC" Edwards on drums, and Andrea Miiologos and Bree Gordon lending their backing vocals on three of the tracks, makes this release one you want to pick up and give many a listen.

The wait is over as Micki Free releases Turquoise Blue featuring 13 original tracks with a Who’s Who of Guest Star Appearances from greats such as Andy Vargas, Steve Stevens, Karl Perazzo, Gary Clark, Jr., "Kingfish Ingraha", and Cindy Blackman-Santana. Written during extensive downtime when Covid first broke out, and as Micki stated, "The songs are a direct testament to how I felt during that crazy time." That crazy time lent itself to sensational Blues, Rock, and a bit of …

Warm weather, steaks on the grill, and Trapiche Gran Medalla Malbec 2019 are the perfect combination. This dark purple, big, and bold red made from 100% malbec grapes, with 14.5% alcohol, pairs exceptionally well with grilled steaks and does Mendoza, Argentina proud. Created to celebrate Bodega Trapiche’s 125th anniversary, they selected the best grapes from the Uco Valley to commemorate their heritage for their Medalla wines. Cheers!

We spent a perfect Sunday afternoon at City Winery experiencing MADE Hudson Valley Spring 2022 presented by edible Hudson Valley + City Winery Hudson Valley in Montgomery, New York. Our day began with a VIP Wine Tasting and Food Pairing, followed by a private wine cellar tour, sampling delectable products from the curated artisan vendors, and listening to live music.

The Argentine consulate and Wines of Argentina hosted Malbec World Day 2022 in New York with more than 40 wines presented to celebrate the most renowned and revered of Argentina’s wines. It was a magical evening of wine tasting, traditional Argentine dancing, and learning more about the impressive expressions of Argentina’s famed Malbec wine.

If you are looking for a fun night out, look no further than the musical, Million Dollar Quartet at The Westchester Theatre at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center in Chappaqua, New York. Featuring the rollicking 1950s rock and roll music of Elvis Presley (played by Jacob Burton), Carl Perkins (played by Nathan Burke), Jerry Lee Lewis (played by Trevor Dorner), and Johnny Cash (played by Mike Potter), with Sean Casey Flanagan (as Sam Phillips), Taylor Kraft (as Dyanne), Mike Lucchetti …

Never underestimate the power of a woman, or in the case of the award-winning film HIVE, the power of many women. The film is based on the true story of Fahrije Hoti who inspires her neighbors with her enterprising spirit to provide for their families after the war in Kosovo (1998-1999) when so many men from their village went missing. Shown as part of the Greenwich International Film Festival 2022, it is a "must see" film.

The latest live release from Mike Zito – Blues For The Southside is a tour-de-force 15-track release. When you think of live Blues music, Mike Zito should come to the forefront as he is not only a master guitarist, a master playing the Blues, but he is a master performing live. The release features guitarist Tony Campanella, Eric Gales, and Dave Kalz along with a band of Blues greats, Matthew Johnson, Lewis Stephens, and Doug Byrkit. So, grab a drink …

Singer, songwriter Dana Fuchs proves once again why she is the reigning "Queen of Blues Rock" with her latest CD, Borrowed Time, released on the Ruf Records label. Great storytelling lyrics, masterful instrumentals, and Dana Fuchs’ powerhouse of a voice on this 12-track release with its strong Southern Rock focus is truly sensational and hits the streets on April 29, 2022.

Montreal, Canada based Frédérick Gravel, is someone to watch with his charismatic, daring, and dynamic choreography and his approach to contemporary dance. We had the pleasure of seeing him perform his US Premiere, This Duet That We’ve Already Done (so many times), with dancer Brianna Lombardo, on Friday, April 8, 2022, the second night of his three-night engagement at the Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Connecticut. As always, his creative approach to contemporary dance blurred …