Shelby Lynne's Rock Star Style

Last week, Shelby Lynne played an intimate, local music venue, Vinyl Music Hall, and Scott graciously agreed to stay home with the kids so that I could go.  The night was warm, downtown was full of energy, and I felt like a kid again getting to do something special on a school night.  Doors opened at 7:00, and the little lady with the big voice took stage around 8:00.  A little bit hippie-chic, a little bit country crooner with all the heart and soul of a blues matron, Shelby Lynne's voice and style are treat for both the ears and eyes.

I have to admit that I would dress like a rock star every day if I could.  I love that effortless, edgy vibe.  Ms. Lynne simply wore a white shirt and jeans paired with a large rhinestone belt buckle, stiletto boots and layers bracelets and necklaces.  (The necklaces were so cool, and after the show, someone in her entourage said that she designs them herself.)  Everything about her screamed rock-star chic, and I loved it!

Check out these videos below to hear come clips from the show, and if you get a chance to go to Vinyl, don't pass it up.  We are lucky to have this kind of venue!

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Honey Island Swamp Band

The Honey Island Swamp Band played at Vinyl Music Hall last night.  I love listening to this band and their unique sound.  This group of five has some serious musical and songwriting talent.  The band leader, Aaron Wilkinson, (guitar, mandolin, harmonica, and vocals) has been a friend of mine since elementary school. Aaron excelled in school and athletics all the while pursuing his love of music and songwriting.  After college, Aaron moved to New Orleans to pursue his passion. He toured with several New Orleans artists and The Eric Lindell Band. The band members met in San Francisco at the Boom Boom Room after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.  Check out their albums on iTunes.  I promise, you will not regret it.

“The Honey Island Swamp is a real place. It resides near the border of Louisiana and Mississippi. It’s therefore a fitting name for this band that draws inspiration from the music of those two states. With the Honey Island Swamp Band, soul, country, R&B and blues are all on equal footing. The two man songwriting/guitarist team of Chris Mulé and Aaron Wilkinson produce expressive, hook-laden tunes that honor songcraftwhile respecting the groove.” Jambase.com 

Bartender at 5 1/2 mixing my new favorite drink the Moscow Mule

Got to say a quick hello to Aaron after the show

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