• Author

    Michael Bialas

    After spending more than 25 years in the newspaper business (including the now-defunct Rocky Mountain News in Denver), Michael Bialas enjoys taking an online approach to his work. A writer, editor, amateur photographer and former college football player, he primarily has covered sports throughout his career. Among the games he enjoys playing now, though, are reviewing and writing about music, movies, TV and other activities that sometimes don't require a ball.



    From Australia to Utah, The Waifs Become Active Again
    Michael Bialas Posted On August 9, 2015


    Band relationships involving siblings can often be complicated and challenging, and the Waifs certainly have experienced their share of such moments.  The enduring and entertaining Australian folk rock group includes sisters Donna Simpson and Vikki Thorn. The fact that they’ve been making beautiful music […]


    Continue Reading
    0


    Sierra Hull says “Happy Birthday, ND!”
    Michael Bialas Posted On July 28, 2015


    Thanks, Sierra!


    Continue Reading
    0


    The HillBenders say “Happy Birthday!”
    Michael Bialas Posted On July 28, 2015


    At RockyGrass. From left: Nolan Lawrence, Gary Rea, Jim Rea, Chad “Gravy Boat” Graves and Mark Cassidy.


    Continue Reading
    0


    The HillBenders perform the Who’s Tommy at RockyGrass
    Michael Bialas Posted On July 27, 2015


    Day 2 at RockyGrass on July 25, 2015, in Lyons, Colorado, featured sets by I’m With Her: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, Del & Dawg (Del McCoury and David Grisman), Sam Bush and The HillBenders. http://tinyurl.com/poy2g2r


    Continue Reading
    0


    The HillBenders’ Nolan Lawrence at RockyGrass
    Michael Bialas Posted On July 27, 2015


    Day 2 at RockyGrass on July 25, 2015, in Lyons, Colorado, featured sets by I’m With Her: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, Del & Dawg (Del McCoury and David Grisman), Sam Bush and The HillBenders. http://tinyurl.com/poy2g2r


    Continue Reading
    0


    The HillBenders’ Chad Graves at RockyGrass
    Michael Bialas Posted On July 27, 2015


    Day 2 at RockyGrass on July 25, 2015, in Lyons, Colorado, featured sets by I’m With Her: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, Del & Dawg (Del McCoury and David Grisman), Sam Bush and The HillBenders. http://tinyurl.com/poy2g2r


    Continue Reading
    0


    The HillBenders at RockyGrass
    Michael Bialas Posted On July 27, 2015


    Day 2 at RockyGrass on July 25, 2015, in Lyons, Colorado, featured sets by I’m With Her: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, Del & Dawg (Del McCoury and David Grisman), Sam Bush and The HillBenders. http://tinyurl.com/poy2g2r


    Continue Reading
    0


    Aoife O’Donovan at RockyGrass
    Michael Bialas Posted On July 27, 2015


    Day 2 at RockyGrass on July 25, 2015, in Lyons, Colorado, featured sets by I’m With Her: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, Del & Dawg (Del McCoury and David Grisman), Sam Bush and The HillBenders. http://tinyurl.com/poy2g2r


    Continue Reading
    0


    I’m With Her: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan smile at RockyGrass
    Michael Bialas Posted On July 27, 2015


    Day 2 at RockyGrass on July 25, 2015, in Lyons, Colorado, featured sets by I’m With Her: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, Del & Dawg (Del McCoury and David Grisman), Sam Bush and The HillBenders. http://tinyurl.com/poy2g2r


    Continue Reading
    0


    I’m With Her: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan at RockyGrass
    Michael Bialas Posted On July 27, 2015


    Day 2 at RockyGrass on July 25, 2015, in Lyons, Colorado, featured sets by I’m With Her: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, Del & Dawg (Del McCoury and David Grisman), Sam Bush and The HillBenders. http://tinyurl.com/poy2g2r


    Continue Reading
    0


    • ADVERTISEMENT

    • SPOTIFY PLAYLIST

    • SUBSCRIBE NOW




    A Little Help Here?

    No Depression depends on reader support to bring you top-quality roots music journalism on our website and in our quarterly journals. Donations large and small are greatly appreciated, and will help us hit our goal of raising $15,000 by Dec. 31.

    Can you help us get there? Donate or subscribe using the buttons below. Thank you for your support!

    Please consider becoming a subscriber or providing a donation. With your help, No Depression can continue to grow and cover roots music the way it deserves.