Everett Verner - Writer
Growing up without a lot of musical influence around his home, Everett found himself easily pulled in by the grunge and alternative rock movements of the mid 90’s. Impatient and tired of only having corporate radio at his disposal he relished the hours tracking down anything from Weezer B-sides to making sure he could get his hands on complete collections of influential musicians that he’d never heard on the radio as he stumbled from everything between Townes Van Zandt to Aslan. This was perpetuated by the occasional music video (back when those were a thing) that would catch his eyes and ears, namely the first time he sat puzzled watching Radiohead’s "Karma Police" video. In college, Everett hosted a radio show for a couple years that spurned his interest forward into the older analog music of the 60s and 70s as well.
Currently, Everett spends his time working for a non-profit organization and seeing bands that come through town. His favorite recent albums are Sisyphus' self-titled debut, Wild Moccasin's 88 92, and Run the Jewels 2 self titled debut. Everett has been a member of the Bragg Jam Music Festival for 5 years, currently serving as President, and loves spending time at other festivals around the country in his spare time.
Everett Verner's Latest Contributions
Wanee Festival 2015 is right around the corner and features a cast of usual suspects and first-timers: Gregg Allman, Gov’t Mule, Widespread Panic, Earth Wind and Fire, Cheap Trick and more! April 16th – 18th
TheBlueIndian.com crew returns to the “Swamp” for the Bear Creek Music Festival, November 13th – 16th, featuring Umphrey’s McGee, Chris Robinson, Lettuce, and many more!
Just in time for Wanee, check out our interview with Jeff Lloyd of The Heavy Pets!
“Mainland holds a rhythm in each track alongside a beachy daze of guitar work and demanding vocals that makes for a wonderfully refreshing mix that begs for multiple spins. ” – EV
Everett’s “Top 13 Albums of 2013” includes Portugal. The Man, Killer Mike, Royal Canoe and more!
Enjoy our full review & photo gallery from Bear Creek Music Festival 2013 – featuring The Roots, Bootsy Collins, Galactic, and many more! We’ll see you next year at the Spirit of Suwannee Music Park
TheBlueIndian.com crew attended the first annual Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit in Asheville, NC. Find out why you need to be there in 2014
Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit takes over Asheville, NC October 25th-27th with Nine Inch Nails, Bassnectar, Cut Copy, and more… and we have FREE TICKETS for you!
Everett weighs in on the newest release from Brooklyn-based garage act Raccoon Fighter. Listen to ‘ZIL’ now!