September 2021

In 1971, Bobby Rush released “Chicken Heads” on Galaxy Records (later sold to Fantasy Records and Concord Music) and in the subsequent months it inched up the Billboard R&B chart, marking his first career hit. The B-side was a track called “Mary Jane.”

Today bassist, producer, and songwriter Joshua Crumbly released his new song “THREE” with an official video featuring animation by Renata Zeiguer. Featuring Michael Rocketship on synthesizer, “THREE” is the third single off of Crumbly’s upcoming sophomore full-length ForEver (out October 8th via Shahzad Ismaily’s figureight records).

The first-ever Black Opry Revue is coming to Rockwood Music Hall, showcasing the powerful lyrics and authentic harmonies central to the Black Opry community. The traditional songwriter’s round will feature the songs, stories, and camaraderie cultivated in the Black Opry community: a home for Black artists and Black fans of country, blues, folk, and Americana music.

The Mother Hips have shared new tour dates in support of their forthcoming album, Glowing Lantern, due December 3 on Blue Rose.

Phish will return for their fourteenth New Years Run at the storied Madison Square Garden on December 29, 2021 through January 1st, 2022. This is the first time that the band has played at the venue since the December 31st, 2019 New Years show that left guitarist Trey Anastasio stuck in the rafters on a dangling platform after a mechanical failure during their annual New Years gag.

THE SOUL REBELS are honored to announce their upcoming opening performance at the Women's March's Rally For Abortion Justice on Saturday, October 2nd at 11:00AM ET in Washington, DC.  Women's March protesters will gather in support of reproductive rights at more than 500 marches in all 50 states, with the flagship march in Washington, DC with The Soul Rebels opening with a special performance.