Ramble & Riot abroad: On tour with Tuk smith & the Restless Hearts
Our good friend and absolute killer guitarist Tobin Dale is currently sweeping through England with Tuk Smith & the Restless Hearts on their explosive UK tour. If you haven't caught their heavy-hitting, 70s-infused radio rock yet, you are missing out on pure, unadulterated swagger. They are blowing the roofs off venues from Southampton to Leeds, bringing a masterclass of towering riffs and stadium-level hooks to the British underground.
⚒︎ Stone Spotlight: Denim vs. Classic Lapis
Ever wonder why some Lapis looks like a royal velvet robe while others look like your favorite pair of broken-in jeans? It all comes down to the "riot" of minerals inside the stone. Here’s the breakdown on the two faces of Lapis Lazuli.
Tiger’s Eye: The All-Seeing Eye
Tiger's Eye is famous for its "chatoyancy"—the shimmering band of light that mimics a feline’s eye.
Denim Lapis: The Stone of Soft Truth
General Overview:
Think of Denim Lapis as the relaxed, "weekend" version of traditional Lapis Lazuli. While regular Lapis is famous for its intense, royal blue and golden pyrite flecks, Denim Lapis features a lighter, "washed out" blue hue—much like your favorite pair of jeans.