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Pretty Lights Opens Fall Run With a First-Ever Night in Port Chester

Pretty Lights arrived in Port Chester on August 21 carrying more than a tour opener. The three-night stand at The Capit....

Umphrey’s McGee Proves There’s Still Plenty of Juice in the Tank

Umphrey's McGee | Hillsboro, WI | August 22nd, 2026 - photos by Tony Mueller There are few things better than arriving....

Goose Returns to Bend for a Picture-Perfect Weekend of Summer Jams

Goose | photos by David Burton Goose returned to Bend, Oregon for a two-night run on August 21st and 22nd at Hayden Ho....

BERTHA Lets It Grow at the Arvada Center

BERTHA: Grateful Drag | Arvada Center | Arvada, Colorado | August 14th, 2026 - photos by Debra Lambert Leave it to BER....

The String Cheese Incident Wraps Tour With Leftover Salmon, Lettuce, Eggy and Dogs in a Pile

The String Cheese Incident | Eau Claire, WI | photos by Tony Mueller There are a lot of ways to close out a tour, but ....

Béla Fleck Announces Live Heart: My Bluegrass Heart at the ...

John Leventhal Announces New Album National Drift

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Indian Spirit Festival 2026 Welcomes 25,000 Psytrance Fans from 67 Countries

Photo: Courtesy of KB MediaX For five days and four nights, Eldena in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania once again became the center of the international Psytrance community. From August 26 to 31, 2026, Indian Spirit Festival transformed the expansive festival grounds into a colorful world of electronic music, psychedelic art, creative workshops, and unique encounters. With 25,000… Continue reading Indian Spirit Festival 2026 Welcomes 25,000 Psytrance Fans from 67 Countries

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Gibson Unveils Billy Gibbons “Pearly Gates” Les Paul Collector’s Edition

Billy Gibbons pictured with a Gibson Custom Billy Gibbons “Pearly Gates” 1959 Les Paul™ Standard Collector’s Edition. Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, will celebrate legendary guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, and ZZ Top founder Billy Gibbons with the release of the ultra-limited Billy Gibbons “Pearly Gates” 1959 Les Paul Standard Collector’s Edition from Gibson Custom, accompanied… Continue reading Gibson Unveils Billy Gibbons “Pearly Gates” Les Paul Collector’s Edition

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Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration Brings the Music to Bethel Woods

Del McCoury Band, Travelin’ McCourys Lead Rock Castle Bluegrass Jam

Rock Castle’s 9th Annual Bluegrass Jam returns to Historic Rock Castle in Hendersonville, Tennessee, on September 25 and 26 with two days of bluegrass, lakeside scenery, and a particularly strong Friday night for Grateful Dead fans. Friday’s lineup includes The Dirty Grass Players, Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice, and The Del McCoury Band, with the… Continue reading Del McCoury Band, Travelin’ McCourys Lead Rock Castle Bluegrass Jam

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Ashkenaz September Calendar Features Three Grateful Dead Nights, Cajun, Old-Time Music and More

Ashkenaz in Berkeley heads into September with a particularly strong run for Grateful Dead and roots-music fans, alongside its usual mix of Cajun, old-time, Latin, folk, dance, and community programming. The month opens September 2 with Stu Allen & Mars Hotel for Grateful Dead Night, followed just three days later by See What Love Can… Continue reading Ashkenaz September Calendar Features Three Grateful Dead Nights, Cajun, Old-Time Music and More

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Trombone Shorty and St. Paul Bring Soul and Brass to Paso Robles

Trombone Shorty | Vina Robles Amphitheatre | photos by L. Paul Mann As the summer sun dipped behind the oak-dotted hillsides of California’s Central Coast on August 23, Vina Robles Amphitheatre delivered a full evening of American roots, soul, and brass-heavy funk. The show also felt like something of a milestone for the venue itself,… Continue reading Trombone Shorty and St. Paul Bring Soul and Brass to Paso Robles

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Sweetwater Music Hall September Shows: Moonalice, David Nelson, Spafford & More

Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley heads into September with a particularly strong stretch for Grateful Dead, jam, psychedelic, bluegrass, and roots fans, alongside a full calendar spanning reggae, folk, rock, funk, tribute acts, community events, and more. Among the highlights is a Moonalice Sunday matinee on September 6, followed September 10 by David Nelson… Continue reading Sweetwater Music Hall September Shows: Moonalice, David Nelson, Spafford & More

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Country Music Entertainer Frankie Miller Dies at 95

Country music entertainer Frankie Miller passed away at his home of natural causes on August 29 at the age of 95. “Frankie had just completed work and released his biography, The Blackland Farmer: Life Among Country Music Legends, written by Greg Wilson,” shares Tracy Pitcox, President of Heart of Texas Records. “He remained active in… Continue reading Country Music Entertainer Frankie Miller Dies at 95

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Greensky Bluegrass Announce Hometown New Year Shows in Kalamazoo

Danielle Nicole Releases New Album Fireflies and “Gaslight” Video

GRAMMY-nominated artist, 10-time Blues Music Award winner, Kansas City Hall of Fame inductee, and acclaimed bassist Danielle Nicole has released her fourth solo album, Fireflies, via 40 Below Records, along with the official music video for its standout single, “Gaslight.” Recorded live to analog tape in her hometown of Kansas City, Fireflies is Nicole’s most… Continue reading Danielle Nicole Releases New Album Fireflies and “Gaslight” Video

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U2 Release Shane MacGowan Cover “Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah”

Rubyworks have today released a new recording by U2 of Shane MacGowan’s high-energy track “Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah.” The powerful new interpretation features as a standout track on the upcoming tribute album, 20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan, set for release on November 13, 2026, via Rubyworks. Listen to “Yeah, Yeah,… Continue reading U2 Release Shane MacGowan Cover “Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah”

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Ruthie Foster Releases New Album Just Say Yes

Austin-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Ruthie Foster has released her new studio album, Just Say Yes, via Sun Records. The 10-track album follows last year’s Mileage, which earned Foster her first-ever GRAMMY Award, and finds the acclaimed singer moving through soul, roots, rock, and blues with a renewed sense of openness. Produced by Tyler Bryant of… Continue reading Ruthie Foster Releases New Album Just Say Yes

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