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Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration Brings the Music to Bethel Woods

Grahame Lesh and Tom Hamilton, Jr. – photos by Howard Horder It is so nice to hear Garcia and Grateful Dead songs with a full orchestra. On a very comfortable evening in upstate New York at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Grahame Lesh, Tom Hamilton, Melvin Seals, Jacklyn LaBranch, John Morgan Kimock, and… Continue reading 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

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

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

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

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

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

Greensky Bluegrass Announce Hometown New Year Shows in Kalamazoo

Greensky Bluegrass confirm they’ll ring in 2027 with two hometown shows at Kalamazoo’s Wings Event Center on January 1 and 2. These performances follow the recently announced New Year’s Eve shows at Chicago’s Salt Shed on December 30 and 31. Fan presale begins Tuesday, September 1 at 10 a.m. ET, with general on sale to… Continue reading 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

Boney James Shares “Storybook” Featuring Larry Carlton

Boney James Shares “Storybook” Featuring Larry Carlton

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”

Kalandra Announce New Album The Other Side, Share First Single “Let Me Be Open”

Scandinavian alt-prog-folk group Kalandra have announced their third studio album, The Other Side, due November 13 worldwide via By Norse Music. Along with the announcement, the band have released the album’s first single, “Let Me Be Open,” a dreamy and uplifting track centered on rediscovering the openness and curiosity that can fade with age. The… Continue reading Kalandra Announce New Album The Other Side, Share First Single “Let Me Be Open”

Antone’s 50th Presents Chicago Bound Celebrates Blues Legacy

Antone’s 50th Presents Chicago Bound marks the culmination of Antone’s 50th anniversary celebration while looking ahead to the club’s next chapter. The flagship release for Blues Till 2 Recording Company, distributed by Select-O-Hits, is out now across all major platforms worldwide. The album’s cover art captures the spirit of the project, depicting a Chicago-bound tour… Continue reading Antone’s 50th Presents Chicago Bound Celebrates Blues Legacy

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