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Grahame Lesh & Friends Keep the Chain Unbroken in San Francisco

Zach Top Extends 2026 “Cold Beer & Country Music” Tour

2ŁØT Tap Funky Knuckles Players for Atmospheric New Single “Tread”

Taj Mahal Announces New Album Time, Shares Single “Wild About My Lovin”

The Hip Snacks Share Final Single “If Only” Ahead of Out On A Limb LP

Oteil Burbridge & Lamar Williams Jr. Share New Single “Hush” Ahead of The Offering

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Rodeo Nights 2026 Reveals Lineup at ZENYARA Estate | Diplo, Marshmello & More

The Highly Sought After, Experiential Nightlife Series Showcases Dance Music with a Western Spin at the Iconic ZENYARA Estate in Coachella Valley for Three Nights Corso Millner Group (CMG), the experiential agency redefining luxury event culture, in partnership with electronic music institution Framework, Tao Group Hospitality and Dorsia, delivers a powerhouse lineup for Rodeo Nights… Continue reading Rodeo Nights 2026 Reveals Lineup at ZENYARA Estate | Diplo, Marshmello & More

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Donavon Frankenreiter Brings “Ask Me Anything” Tour to Lobero Theatre

Photos by L. Paul Mann There’s a certain kind of magic that settles in when Donavon Frankenreiter’s sun-soaked surf-folk spirit meets the velvet-lined intimacy of the Lobero Theatre. On a warm Thursday night in Santa Barbara, that magic came alive. Frankenreiter didn’t just perform—he brought his “Ask Me Anything” tour to life, turning California’s oldest… Continue reading Donavon Frankenreiter Brings “Ask Me Anything” Tour to Lobero Theatre

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Charlie Starr & Benji Shanks Deliver Southern Rock Magic in Decatur

Jordan Fairless formerly of Spafford Announces BIG DEEP His New Project

Born on the outskirts of Muscle Shoals, Alabama — the legendary recording mecca that birthed some of American music’s most soulful moments — Jordan Fairless has music woven into his DNA. Nashville shaped his ear for rock, blues, and country; Florida’s dance culture instilled deep rhythmic groove. He spent fifteen years in the Arizona desert… Continue reading Jordan Fairless formerly of Spafford Announces BIG DEEP His New Project

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Marin Irish Festival Returns May 16–17 with Music, Dance & Cultural Traditions

Photo: Courtesy of Marin Irish Festival The Marin Irish Festival returns to Lagoon Park at the Marin County Fairgrounds on May 16–17, 2026, inviting the Bay Area to a joyful Beltane celebration of Irish music, dance, food, and tradition. Produced by Red Barn Productions, creators of The Great Dickens Christmas Fair and the original Renaissance… Continue reading Marin Irish Festival Returns May 16–17 with Music, Dance & Cultural Traditions

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Samantha Fish Announces ‘Paper Doll Live’ Capturing Electrifying Stage Power

GRAMMY-nominated guitarist and singer Samantha Fish will release Paper Doll Live, her first official live album, capturing the electrifying stage presence that has made her one of the most compelling performers in modern blues and roots music. A leading guitarist of her generation, Fish is known for her bold musicianship, emotional depth, and fearless songwriting.… Continue reading Samantha Fish Announces ‘Paper Doll Live’ Capturing Electrifying Stage Power

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Sierra Hull Releases “The Movements” Bluegrass Concerto

Out today, written for Hull’s FreshGrass commission and featuring her world-class band: Avery Merritt, Erik Coveney, Mark Raudabaugh, and Shaun Richardso Nashville, TN – April 10, 2026 – Songwriter, singer, and award-winning mandolinist Sierra Hull is pleased to release a crisp studio recording of her bluegrass concerto simply dubbed The Movements, which features her world-class… Continue reading Sierra Hull Releases “The Movements” Bluegrass Concerto

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KALEO Announces 10-Year Anniversary Deluxe Edition of A/B and 2026 Tour

Photo Credit: Justin Pagano / @thecontentgod Today, Icelandic rock band KALEO announces the 10-year anniversary deluxe edition of their debut album, A/B, is now available for pre-order. The double vinyl release, officially out June 10 via Rhino Records, will commemorate the group’s breakout record with a special pressing that both revisits and reimagines this time… Continue reading KALEO Announces 10-Year Anniversary Deluxe Edition of A/B and 2026 Tour

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Banshee Tree’s “Bad Luck” Delivers Eclectic Sophomore Release

Hard Working Americans Release “Work For Peace” from TRI Studios Sessions

Photo credit: Jay Blakesberg Desperate times call for desperate measures and the remaining members of Hard Working Americans saw the bat signal high above Gotham City and have sprung to action. They have recalled a song their brother Todd Snider had brought to them at the first recording sessions out in San Rafael, CA back… Continue reading Hard Working Americans Release “Work For Peace” from TRI Studios Sessions

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YES Announce 24th Studio Album ‘Aurora’ Out June 12 & Launch Video For Title Track

YES—Steve Howe, Geoff Downes, Jon Davison, Billy Sherwood, and Jay Schellen—are proud to announce their 24th studio album AURORA will be released on June 12 via InsideOutMusic/Sony Music. As Howe explains: “Making this record was joyful, a chance to play, explore and give everything to the music. It’s always been about collaboration, somebody can write… Continue reading YES Announce 24th Studio Album ‘Aurora’ Out June 12 & Launch Video For Title Track

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San Jose Jazz Summer Fest 2026 Announces Massive Lineup with Patti LaBelle & Trombone Shorty

Photo: Courtesy of San Jose Jazz With the global spotlight already shining on Silicon Valley in 2026, San Jose Jazz Summer Fest is set to deliver one of the region’s defining cultural moments of the year—transforming downtown into a vibrant, three-day celebration of music, community, and rhythm. Taking place August 7–9, 2026, the 36th annual… Continue reading San Jose Jazz Summer Fest 2026 Announces Massive Lineup with Patti LaBelle & Trombone Shorty

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