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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 | Hillsboro, WI | August 22nd, 2026 - photos by Tony Mueller There are few things better than arriving....
Goose | photos by David Burton Goose returned to Bend, Oregon for a two-night run on August 21st and 22nd at Hayden Ho....
BERTHA: Grateful Drag | Arvada Center | Arvada, Colorado | August 14th, 2026 - photos by Debra Lambert Leave it to BER....
Samantha Fish’s annual Shake ’Em on Down Tour returns in 2026 with a bill made for a long, loud night: Samantha Fish, Cedric Burnside, and Daddy Long Legs. Fish curated the high-powered, multi-artist caravan showcasing the past, present, and future of the blues. Led by the two-time GRAMMY-nominated artist, the tour brings together three powerful,… Continue reading Samantha Fish Announces 2026 Shake ’Em on Down Tour
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
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
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 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
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 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
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
Four-time GRAMMY nominee and multi-platinum saxophonist, composer, and producer Boney James has shared “Storybook,” featuring legendary guitarist Larry Carlton. The track is the second single from James’ forthcoming milestone 20th studio album, A Simple Man, out October 2 via Concord Records. The Steely Dan-influenced track arrives alongside an official music video directed by James’ wife,… Continue reading Boney James Shares “Storybook” Featuring Larry Carlton
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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