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Father John Misty, Guster, Jerry Harrison Lead Sound Summit

Sound Summit, the daylong festival atop Mount Tamalpais that has brought exceptional music to the mountain and Bay Area community alike for more than a decade, returns to the historic Mountain Theater on Saturday, September 12. Headlining this year’s festival is cinematic folk-rock troubadour Father John Misty, performing with his full band. Joining the lineup… Continue reading Father John Misty, Guster, Jerry Harrison Lead Sound Summit

Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival Returns to Grass Valley

The 51st annual Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival returns to the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley, CA, from Thursday, June 18 through Sunday, June 21, 2026, for four days of world-class bluegrass, old-time, and roots music presented by the California Bluegrass Association. Known as “the best jamming west of the Rockies,” the family-friendly festival features… Continue reading Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival Returns to Grass Valley

Futurebirds’ First Double LP ‘Far Out Country’ Out Now

Futurebirds’ First Double LP ‘Far Out Country’ Out Now

Sierra Ferrell Announces Dillon and Red Rocks Shows

AEG Presents is thrilled to announce Sierra Ferrell with The Brudi Brothers for two Colorado shows in August 2026. Sierra Ferrell will perform at Dillon Amphitheater in Dillon, CO, on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, followed by a show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO, on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Tickets are on sale Friday,… Continue reading Sierra Ferrell Announces Dillon and Red Rocks Shows

Cindy Blackman Santana Shares “Illumination”

Acclaimed drummer, composer, bandleader, and vocalist Cindy Blackman Santana will release her new solo album, Coherence, on July 31 via Mack Avenue Records, led by the first single, “Illumination,” out June 5. Blending spiritual jazz, fusion, rock, and improvisation, Coherence brings together an extraordinary cast of musicians—including Carlos Santana, John McLaughlin, Matt Garrison, Ray Angry,… Continue reading Cindy Blackman Santana Shares “Illumination”

Ringo Starr Brings Peace and Love to Paso Robles

Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band | Vina Robles Amphitheatre | Paso Robles, CA | June 6, 2026 | Photo by L. Paul Mann There is an implicit law at a Ringo Starr concert: check your cynicism at the gates. On a brisk Saturday night in Central California’s wine country, the 85-year-old icon delivered… Continue reading Ringo Starr Brings Peace and Love to Paso Robles

Oregon Country Fair to Host Bob Weir Celebration

Photo: Courtesy of Oregon Country Fair Oregon Country Fair will host an all-star celebration of Bob Weir on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 4 p.m. on the Main Stage. The Grateful Dead has a special home at Oregon Country Fair. Thanks to an amazing concert and their generosity, the Fair was able to purchase the… Continue reading Oregon Country Fair to Host Bob Weir Celebration

Spafford’s Cat Shop Captures a Band in Full Creative Bloom

Spafford: Cat Shop Something exciting is happening within Spafford right now, and Cat Shop captures it perfectly. As the first studio album from the current lineup featuring Brian Moss, Nick Tkachyk, Cory Schechtman, and Shon Gordon, Cat Shop feels like a creative breakthrough. While Spafford has built its reputation through years of exploratory improvisation and… Continue reading Spafford’s Cat Shop Captures a Band in Full Creative Bloom

Stephen Wilson Jr. Releases New Single “Preacher’s Kid”

Stephen Wilson Jr. Releases New Single “Preacher’s Kid”

Nest of Singing Birds Release The Marshall Sessions

Photo: Courtesy of Nest of Singing Birds Nest of Singing Birds, a collective devoted to preserving and sharing the rich tradition of Appalachian ballad singing, has released their debut album, The Marshall Sessions today. Originally issued as a limited-run vinyl pressing in December 2025, the album captures thirteen traditional ballads performed live inside the Old… Continue reading Nest of Singing Birds Release The Marshall Sessions

Deep Purple Release “Diablo” Featuring Keith Urban

DEEP PURPLE Release New Single “Diablo” Featuring Special Guest Keith Urban On Guitar; Track Is From Group’s Forthcoming Album ‘Splat!’Out July 3 Deep Purple have today released their new single “Diablo,” the latest taste from SPLAT! — their new studio album, out July 3 on earMUSIC. The new track features a very special guest: global… Continue reading Deep Purple Release “Diablo” Featuring Keith Urban

Zach Top Extends Cold Beer & Country Music Tour

TICKETS ON-SALE NEXT FRIDAY Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and musician Zach Top will extend his massive Cold Beer & Country Music Tour through the fall. Presented by Coors Banquet, the newly confirmed stops include his headline debut at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, as well as San Diego’s Pechanga Arena, San Antonio’s Frost Bank Center, Jacksonville’s VyStar Veterans… Continue reading Zach Top Extends Cold Beer & Country Music Tour

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