Bootsy Collins Stories

Friday Album Reviews | Nine New Records You Need To Know

Bootsy Collins World Wide Funk [10/27]Parliament leader and bassist Bootsy Collins returns with World Wide Funk, which may be one of his funkiest records yet. Joined by a slew of stars and admirers including Victor Wooten, Stanley Clarke and Buckethead, each song is offers a different side of the funk spectrum without losing its party-ready...

The Sights and Sounds of Riot Fest Chicago

A Photographer's Perspective On Riot FestWords & Photos: Heidi Peters PhotographyAs a music photographer, I am a fan of all performers and a critic of none.It takes a lot to get up on stage and put yourself out there. As someone who makes images for a living, I am left with trying tointerpret what...

Friday Linkafication: Google Doodle Phish Edition

Last week, I called Paul Simon a "class act", after reading this, I may have to reevaluate. Disclosure, in no way does it reduce the awesomeness of the video below.A bevy of Prince covers in honor of his birthday earlier this week.The blogs at The Trib offer an interview with funkiest of the...