John Paul White

For a guy like John Paul White, the forced isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic has been hellish. White — who performs Saturday at the Old City Performing Arts Center in Knoxville — thrives creatively when he’s connecting with those who gather to hear his songs. His 2019 album, “The Hurting Kind,” was a creative peak for a guy who was once part of a Grammy-winning duo (The Civil Wars) and is considered a contemporary of critically acclaimed songwriters like Jason Isbell.

Barry Waldrep Honors Tony Rice With All Star Tribute Featuring Vince Gill, John Paul White, Darrell Scott, Warren Haynes, and Many More. Barry Waldrep and Friends Celebrate Tony Rice out Dec. 24th. In the era of modern music, describing anybody as the “greatest of all time” is usually met with...

In the era of modern music, describing anybody as the “greatest of all time” is usually met with resistance—if for no other reason than the ever-evolving tastes of both musicians and fans—but if the topic is bluegrass guitar players, there’s a universally correct answer to “who’s the best”; the late, great Tony Rice. Rice was unequivocally one of the most influential, inventive, and beloved musicians in all of bluegrass and Americana music, and after he passed away in late 2020, his songs and stylings continue to live on in the droves of musicians he inspired. This year, on the one-year anniversary of Rice’s passing, bluegrass instrumentalist and producer Barry Waldrep will be releasing quite the tribute to Mr. Rice with the 21-song, special-guest laden Barry Waldrep and Friends Celebrate Tony Rice. When looking through Waldrep’s list of friends, its apparent how far Rice’s music reached beyond just bluegrass. Americana greats Rodney Crowell and Jim Lauderdale and Jam-band royalty Warren Haynes and Oteil Burbridge make appearances alongside Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Spooner Oldham and Patrick Simmons and country superstars Vince Gill and Emmylou Harris. And that’s just a fraction of who’s contributed to this celebration of the music of Tony Rice. Barry Waldrep and Friends Celebrate Tony Rice will be available everywhere on December 24th and can be pre-ordered or pre-saved now at this link.

Jason Isbell is making good on his promise. Amid last year's presidential election, Isbell had shared with his fans, "If Biden wins Georgia I’m gonna make a charity covers album of my favorite Georgia songs - REM, Gladys Knight, Vic Chesnutt, Allmans, Cat Power, Precious Bryant, Now It’s Overhead, etc… And damn is that gonna be fun."

Jason Isbell And The 400 Unit shared a cover of “Midnight Train To Georgia” set to appear on the Peach State cover album, Georgia Blue. The latest single from the album, due out on October 15th on Isbell’s Southeastern imprint, features guests Brittney Spencer and John Paul White. In this...

Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit tapped Brittney Spencer and John Paul White to contribute to a cover of Gladys Knight & The Pips’ 1973 hit “Midnight Train To Georgia.” The song is one of 13 covers featured on the all-star Isbell and The 400 Unit Georgia Blue album with ties to the state due out via Southeastern Records on October 15.

Jason Isbell, along with his band the 400 Unit, has announced Georgia Blue – a covers album that will see the electric guitar titan team up with a slew of music heavyweights, including Julien Baker, Brandi Carlile, Steve Gorman and more. Due October 15, the album will also see Isbell...

The Pensacola State College 2021 Fall Lyceum series features live musical performances for the first time in 18 months following a season lost to COVID-19. This year’s Lyceum series features a variety of musical performers, ranging from blues and folk artists to classical pianists. The series also will feature a virtual discussion with popular NPR “Fresh Air” host Terry Gross that will be available only to PSC students, faculty and staff. Lyceum features various mediums, including visual and performing arts, as well writers, poets and speakers.

On Oct. 15, Jason Isbell will make good on a 2020 promise and share a brand new, star-studded benefit album featuring the likes of Amanda Shires, Brittney Spencer, Adia Victoria, Brandi Carlile, Julien Baker, Bèla Fleck, Chris Thile, Steve Gorman, Peter Levin and John Paul White. In November 2020, as...

Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit recruited many special guests to contribute to Georgia Blue, a new covers album due out through Southeastern Records on October 15 with all proceeds benefitting nonprofit organizations Black Voters Matter, Fair Fight and Georgia STAND-UP. All 13 songs on Georgia Blue have ties to the state, including a version of R.E.M.’s “Driver 8” featuring John Paul White released today as a preview of the album.

FLORENCE, Ala. — Local musician John Paul White is “fulfilling another dream,” announcing his return to the University of North Alabama to teach. The university said Thursday the Grammy-winning artist will be joining the Department of Entertainment Industry as a “Visiting Artist of Practice” in the fall of 2021. White will teach classes and host seminars on various topics surrounding the entertainment industry.

FLORENCE, Ala. — Friday and Saturday night at the University of North Alabama, the inside of Norton Auditorium was filled with applause and excitement as people gathered to celebrate and enjoy live music. It’s something that singer-songwriter John Paul White hadn’t experienced for quite some time. “It’s not really like...

Live music takes the stage once again at the University of North Alabama. News 19 was there over the weekend to take it all in for a unique concert experience.

FLORENCE, Ala. — It’s a weekend of live entertainment at the University of North Alabama. Grammy award-winning artist John Paul White returns to the stage as he and the Shoals Symphony Orchestra team up for a unique crossover event. White said this is his first time performing in more than...