The end of an era. For the last five years, Treaty Oak Revival’s bass player, Andrew Carey, has been an integral part of the band’s electric stage presence. The Bassist from Space not only keeps the rhythm rocking on his instrument but is always at the front of the stage, hyping up the crowd, keeping the beers flowing, and running around on stage to keep his energy high throughout every set. But sometimes being on the road while having a young family is not the easiest task, and after five years as the band’s bass player, Andrew Carey is moving on to his next chapter. Last night, Carey took to social media to share the following message: “It’s with a heavy heart that I share this news. After five incredible years of playing and sharing unforgettable moments with you, I must step away from Treaty Oak Revival.  Touring and rocking a little too hard has done a number on my back, body and mind. I want to express my deepest gratitude for your unwavering support, enthusiasm, and kindness throughout this journey. You’ve been more than just fans; you’ve been a family to me. The memories we’ve created together will always hold a special place in my heart.  Although this chapter is ending, I’m hopeful for what the future holds, and hope to stay connected with you in any way I can. Thank you for everything.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Andrew Carey (@bassist_from_space) Carey expands his thoughts in the caption of the post, adding: “The road has taken its toll, and I would really like to be able to continue playing music and being the best dad and husband that I can be for as long as I possibly can. I will still be on the upcoming TOR record, but I need to take some time off to heal. Hopefully, then I will be able to do more new and exciting musical work like recording, writing and engineering songs and also meet more amazing people. Our fans and the people on the TOR team mean everything to me and my family. Treaty Oak Revival will always be the best band in the world!” While Carey posted this decision from his personal social media accounts, it was also shared on the Treaty Oak Revival account to notify fans of the change. It’s clear from their words that it was not an easy choice, and it was done with a heavy heart. “Thank you for 5 years of amazing shows, music, and memories. We love you and wish you the best.”  Before joining Treaty Oak Revival, Carey was a member of a psych-rock outfit in Abilene, Texas. The group called Always Lost is listed as Carey’s solo project, according to his social media bios. Always Lost is described as a band that is “embracing the DIY ethos with love songs and a rebel spirit infused with the gusto of West Texas dust.” While this is a heartbreaking way to end the era with Treaty Oak Revival as the band is in their prime, you have to respect Carey for looking out for himself first and doing what he needs to do to stay a present father. I doubt this is the last we will hear from Andrew Carey. Take care of yourself, brother, and we wish you the best on your next adventure.The post Treaty Oak Revival’s Bass Player, Andrew Carey, Announces His Departure From The Band: “The Road Has Taken Its Toll” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

I believe Emmylou Harris could have taken on an entirely different profession. When most people think of country legend Emmylou Harris, they picture just that: a country music icon. With her fourteen Grammy awards and three Country Music Association (CMA) awards, she makes her influence undeniable in the country music space. However, I think she deserves to be recognized for something else as well— her impeccable comedic timing and dry wit. If you aren’t familiar with Emmylou Harris…I must ask— have you been living on a different planet? Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2008, she is widely known for her country hits like “Boulder to Birmingham” and “Red Dirt Girl”. She’s also largely credited for shaking up the country genre in the 1970s, being appraised as one of the driving forces behind the popularity of the country-rock fusion genre. Of course, I can’t forget to mention the many iconic collaborations she has been a part of in her career. Some of my favorites being her Trio album with Dolly Parton and Linda Ronstadt and her contribution in the live rendition of “Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die” with Willie Nelson, Jimmy Buffett, Sheryl Crow, Eric Church, George Strait, Dave Matthews, Chris Stapleton, Derek Trucks, Kris Kristofferson, and The Avett Brothers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3JTs1xhUeU While going down an Emmylou rabbit hole, rewatching her interviews and live performances, I couldn’t help but notice how unintentionally hilarious she truly was. I was surprised more people weren’t pointing out her quick wit. Being an artist comes with the ability to think outside the box and come up with quick creative responses to new situations, so it doesn’t surprise me that she would be a natural at comedic timing, but I do think it’s an interesting thing to point out. Emmylou has even stated in an interview that before seriously considering a career in music, she wanted to be an actress. She even went to school for it on a drama scholarship. Perhaps this is the explanation for her outstanding moments of improvisation. One clip I found was from one of her live performances with Dolly Parton and Linda Ronstadt featured on the Dolly show. She is pictured sitting in the front row of the audience shoveling popcorn into her mouth. When Dolly Parton spots Emmylou and Linda in the audience she playfully prompts them with the question,  “What are you doing in the audience?”  Emmylou responds quickly with,  “It’s the only way we can get anything to eat”.  Dolly erupts with laughter, and I can’t deny I had a chuckle as well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGn1lsUIdlw Another clip I found was from a live performance in 2023 at the Earl Scruggs Fest. While in the middle of playing “Here I Am”, she forgets the first lyric of the second verse but recovers quickly with a witty remark. She says: “Okay I’m gonna… I forgot that line, but I wrote the song so I’m gonna do it again”. This cues some giggles and cheers from the crowd. What an iconic comeback.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t7F92gRk7c Lastly, my favorite moments I found were from a 2019 panel interview with Emmylou and The Hot Band for the County Music Hall of Fame. In the interview she talks about her experiences with her band and recounts moments in her music career. While a fantastic panel, there are some hilarious moments that are hard to ignore, like when she starts talking about her bandmates and their time recording and performing music together. She zeros in on the obvious chemistry the group had:  “I just have to say that we had so much fun… it should have been illegal, and maybe some of it was…”  Whatever they were doing on those tour buses and in those recording studios, I’m sure they had a blast. I’m also glad no one got arrested so the world got to hear the “Pieces In The Sky” album. I don’t think I could live without it.   Another great moment from this panel was when Emmylou talked about the recording process. She explains that occasionally the band could record a song in one take, while other times there needed to be some post-production manipulation. She acknowledges how that is okay, and oftentimes is the case. Not everything comes easy, but as long as there is some solid foundation to work with, something good can be made from it. She then quotes her musician friend John Sterling with perfect comedic timing, stating,  “You can’t make chicken salad out of chicken sh*t.” May I just say, what a quote to live by. The tone in which she says this makes me roll over laughing, she is just too funny. While always finding ways to sneak in bits of her humor in interviews and performances, I can definitively say I’m grateful she chose to prioritize her career in music over one in acting or comedy— even though it’s clear she has the chops and wit for it. Next time you come across a video of Emmylou, pay closer attention, and you may be able to catch new moments where her comedic charm shines.The post Emmylou Harris Is So Unintentionally Hilarious That She Could Have Been A Comedian first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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An active shooter incident occurred in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on June 29, 2025, near Canfield Mountain. Firefighters responding to a brush fire were ambushed, resulting in two deaths and multiple injuries. The suspect remains at large, and authorities are investigating if the fire was set to lure responders. Law enforcement, including the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office and FBI, is responding, with a police helicopter aiding the search. A shelter-in-place order is in effect for the Canfield Mountain Trailhead area. Details are still emerging, and the situation remains ongoing, with fire suppression efforts paused for safety SOURCE: https://old.bitchute.com/video/NkfSv2bXAsBp/

Sen. Thom Tillis, one of the two Republicans to vote against advancing President Donald Trump’s "big, beautiful bill," plans to retire from the Senate at the end of his term. The North Carolina Republican announced on Sunday that he would not seek reelection in the 2026 cycle. Tillis would have been among the most vulnerable Republicans running next year and faced threats from Trump to face a challenger after his vote against the president’s agenda Saturday night...

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