Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and alternative reggae rock musician Matisyahu has released his powerful new single and music video “Ascent,” delivering a poignant social commentary on the ongoing struggle against anti-Semitism. The new song, available via Perception Records, showcases Matisyahu’s signature blend of reggae, hip-hop, and spirituality. PRESS HERE to listen now.

Legendary drummer Michael Shrieve announces the much-anticipated release of his album, “Drums of Compassion,” set to drop on May 24, 2024 on Trey Gunn’s innovative label, 7D Media. This album is a testament to Shrieve’s artistic journey, encapsulating over fifty years of musical exploration and collaboration with some of the most revered names in the industry.

Personally overseen by Peter Frampton, his legendary 1976 live album, Frampton Comes Alive!, has been mixed in immersive Dolby Atmos®, allowing fans to experience the best-selling album like never before. It is available to stream now on Apple Music, Amazon Music Unlimited, and Tidal via A&M/UMe—stream it here.

Here’s guitarist Charlie Hunter, live on stage at HopMonk Tavern Novato this week, speaking for himself and drummer Scott Amendola.

“We can still get excited at our age.”

They have much to be excited about!

Denver's own psychedelic rock sensation, Sour Magic, has been captivating audiences far and wide since bursting onto the scene in 2022. Fresh off being named one of Colorado's Top 10 Acts by CPR's Indie 102.3, the band continues to push the boundaries of music and emotion with their latest single, "Black Roses," off their highly anticipated second album, "The Hive."

The Craft Behind "Black Roses"

On the memorable evening of March 23, music lovers gathered at Renfro Valley, Kentucky, and were treated to an enchanting showcase featuring the renowned Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, with a captivating opening act by Britt Taylor. Taylor's performance served as the perfect prelude to the main event, drawing in the audience with her soulful vocals and engaging stage presence.

Joshua Tree Music Festival proudly announces its recognition as the number one music festival in the USA Today 10 Best Awards.

The USA Today 10 Best Awards honor the top destinations, attractions, and experiences across the country, as chosen by travel experts and readers. The selection process includes a meticulous evaluation followed by a public voting phase, allowing enthusiasts to support their favorite nominees.

The Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame will explore the founding of America’s most influential Jazz label with “The All Seeing Eye: Blue Note Records Through the Lens of Francis Wolff.” Curated by the Museum Collective with Blue Note Records, the exhibit will feature some of the 20,000 photographs from Blue Note co-founder Francis Wolff. It will open to the public on May 1, 2024, inside the Boch Center Wang Theatre. Tours are available now at FARHOF.org.

The Newport Jazz Festival just announced that tickets will go on sale and the lineup will drop for the 2024 festival (August 2-4) on April 9th at 1PM Eastern, which has this East Coast mama reminiscing of all my favorite moments from last year! After having finally experienced the longest-running jazz festival in the country last year, it quickly made its way to the top of my ever-expanding list of favorite summer fests.

50 years ago, the Grateful Dead were cooking with gas. It was spring 1974, the band had successfully emerged from a series of hectic, harrowing times, and would soon follow their transformative Wake Of The Flood with the second acclaimed album release on their very own Grateful Dead Records: From The Mars Hotel.