View Larger Map Local Albuquerque Music Scene The Albuquerque music scene doesn't get much press but Albuquerque was mentioned in the song "Everywhere" by Tim McGraw. Weird Al Yankovic also pays tribute to the city with his song "Albuquerque," which is the home of The Shins. The Weekly Alibi is the alternative publication that covers the local scene. Even though America hasn't heard much of this town, in the 2000s it has been one of America's fastest growing cities in the 21st century. In 2006 the city was rated best in the nation by Forbes for business and careers. Native Roots is a reggae band formed in 1997 by Native Americans John Williams (Sisseton Wahpeton Dakota Sioux) and Shkeme Garcia (Tamaya/Jemez Pueblos). They band reaches for universal themes in the vein of Bob Marley and appeals to a wide age group. The band has traveled the country, performing in casinos, Tribal Nation events and many festivals. Ben Martinez Project * Bo Brown * Charley Mckay * Chasing Disaster * Christian Venegas * Dianne * DIVERJE * Drawing the Moon * Echoing Green * Franki Baaz * James Douglas Show * JD Strait * Juan Gambino * Kimo * Leah Black * Lousy Robot * Lowercase Noises * Maria Lopez * Michael David Sherwood * Michael Sena * Native Roots * Neckbone Monroe * Noms * Olympians Fall * Patricia Morrison * Rick Hale * Ryan McGarvey * Sam and Nate * Shane Wallin * Sleep Siren * Tijerina * © Playlist Research. All rights reserved. |