Ryan Adams News

Brian Walsby & Melvins Manchild 4 Book/CD Preview

Local punk-rock-comic-drum-master Brian Walsby is at it again. He will be publishing his fourth book of satirical comic art in April. Below the fold is a full description of the book, info on the release party and a sneak preview of a few of the comics (New Raleigh exclusives) in the book.

Charlie Daniels Band and Filter added to Downtown Live

Another year of Raleigh Downtown Live, another year of washed up bands.

Holiday Special: Patty Hurst Shifter At Slim’s

Ryan Adams’ “Fix It” David Letterman Video

Identify the problem. Fix it. Identify another problem. Fix it!

Stream New Album Cardinology by Ryan Adams

Now that his book is behind him, Adams gets back to the music side of things.

Pre-Order Ryan Adams Book Infinity Blues

Remember that book of prose that Ryan Adams is writing? Well, the presale is almost sold out, so get yours quickly before they are all gone. (Update - all signed copies are gone)

Ryan Adams Gives New Raleigh an Update

New Raleigh first broke the story that Ryan Adams had a forthcoming book. A post that received national attention from the big music and entertainment blogs.  Mr. Adams, the thoughtful native son, stopped by that article this morning and left an existential comment musing over the purpose of art criticism and his relationship with the media.  While we can’t prove or disprove that it was in fact written by Ryan Adams, the content seems genuine and it is well worth the read.  Read the comment below the fold.