ZZ Top with Anthony Rosano and the Conqueroos in Portsmouth, Virginia August 2, 2022

by Glenn Woodell For ZZ Top fans, the big question over the past year has been whether or not Elwood Francis would be able to fill the shoes of the late Dusty Hill, the bassist who passed in July of last year. This show would have those not too familiar with the band wondering if that was really Dusty on stage. Case closed! Dusty joined … Continue reading ZZ Top with Anthony Rosano and the Conqueroos in Portsmouth, Virginia August 2, 2022

The Black Crowes with Howlin’ Rain, Portsmouth, Virginia June 22, 2022

By Glenn Woodell In a long-awaited reunion, Chris and Rich Robinson stepped out from their individual projects; Chris Robinson Brotherhood and Magpie Salute, and shared the stage for their Shake Your Moneymaker tour as the Black Crowes. 30 years and much controversy later, they took the stage and played the entire album, 30 years after it came out as their debut album. While Rich was … Continue reading The Black Crowes with Howlin’ Rain, Portsmouth, Virginia June 22, 2022

Blackberry Smoke, Portsmouth Pavilion, Virginia, October 15, 2021

By Glenn Woodell In support of their new album, You Hear Georgia, which was released in March, Blackberry Smoke is making their way around the US through the end of the year and then heading to Europe until March when they return to North America. Local favorites Bennett Wales and the Relief opened the show while Brian Grilli played an acoustic set in the VIP … Continue reading Blackberry Smoke, Portsmouth Pavilion, Virginia, October 15, 2021

Haskins House Article/Interview: “This House Rocks” by Amanda Knight

This House Rocks Nestled among buildings reminiscent of the 1930s and adorning the streets less traveled; can be found what locals in Portsmouth, Ohio know as Historic Boneyfiddle. Located on 2nd Street, Boneyfiddle is made up of several antique stores, a hardware store, a brewery, and a café. The evoked nostalgia of the area begs for the presence of a record shop, which is precisely … Continue reading Haskins House Article/Interview: “This House Rocks” by Amanda Knight