I was in Asheville this past weekend. The Thirsty Monk, basement Belgian beer bar. Trust me on this one.

Smith's Olde Bar in Atlanta is doing a listening party tonight with drawings, giveaways, etc.

Motion carried.

Saw her with Neko Case's band a couple of years ago, and their banter between songs was hilarious. Her Beneath the Country Underdog album is a must have, too.

No, Clams was right. The guest on Letterman that night was the cover model for this year's swimsuit issue.

The first time I saw DBT was at a Merle Haggard birthday tribute show at the 40 Watt in '97 or '98. They hooked me then, and this band has been a part of the fabric of my life throughout my 20's, into my 30's, as my life took shape, chaos sometimes happened around me, and I finally ended up where I ...

I bought one of those at Wuxtry for a friend's birthday around the time they came out, but didn't buy one for myself.

I am an idiot.

One of my favorite bands. Here's a little story about what great guys they are, too: I got engaged on New Year's Day this year. To set the mood, I'd put together a playlist. The last song that played before I got out the ring was the Bottle Rockets' "Pot of Gold." (FYI: R.E.M.'s "At M...

The Highland Inn is in Virginia-Highland, so you'll smack in between Midtown, L5P, Old 4th Ward. Perfect spot to stay. There's a really cool bar in the Highland Inn, too, the Ballroom Lounge. I recommend getting brunch at Cafe di Sol next door if you're there on the weekend. We live around the corne...