Carbon Leaf/Freddy & Francine

If you went to college in the eary '90s, chances are you attended at least one keg party. Campus regulations were looser back then, and students took advantage. Studying at Randolph-Macon College at the time, the guys in Carbon Leaf benefited from those conditions. They put together a cover band regularly gigged at backyard parties and frat events. These days, the band is known for playing an eclectic mix of original music that draws from blues, folk and rock. The current tour supports its latest album, Gathering: Volume 1, a nice collection of traditional sounding ballads and mid-tempo tune. The tour also celebrates the band's 25th anniversary. (Niesel)