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“When Unspoken Tradition first started trying to find our niche,” says the group’s guitarist, Audie McGinnis, “we branded ourselves as ‘working class bluegrass.’ Though we’ve grown and evolved, that is still very much who we are.” And if the down to earth realism and rootedness of their last two singles, “Refugee” and “Rhythm of the… Continue reading Unspoken Tradition’s “Company Man” exemplifies working class bluegrass
A haunting story of love gone wrong, Devil’s Got A Hold On You is a ghostly old-time ballad sung from beyond the grave. Written by Luciya and Soraya Sullivan, the song tells the story of a love that descended into violence and ended in tragedy, giving voice to a silenced woman through clawhammer banjo and… Continue reading The Sullivan Sisters Release “Devil’s Got A Hold On You”
Photo: Courtesy of Diaspora Calling! A powerful cultural celebration crosses the Atlantic this summer as Diaspora Calling! makes its long-awaited UK debut. Set for Friday, August 7, 2026 at Milton Keynes National Bowl, the landmark event brings together music, heritage, and community under one expansive open sky—led by a rare headline performance from Ms. Lauryn… Continue reading Lauryn Hill Brings Diaspora Calling! Festival to UK for 2026 Debut
Beth Lee, songwriter and MerleFest Chris Austin Songwriting Competition first-place winner, announces the release of her debut single, “Demons In The Wind.” The song marks a pivotal new chapter for the Black Mountain, North Carolina based artist, one who has spent decades honing her craft before stepping fully into the role of recording artist and… Continue reading Beth Lee Releases “Demons In The Wind” – Bluegrass Americana Debut
Photo: Courtesy of The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown Something big, funky, and gloriously collaborative is brewing once again. The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown, the genre-defying collective known for bringing together musicians from across the musical spectrum, has announced that a new LP is currently in the works, with fresh music set to roll out in… Continue reading The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown Announces New LP Featuring All-Star Collaborators
Photo: Courtesy of The Deslondes The Deslondes return with Don’t Let It Die Vol. 1 May 22, 2026 via New West Records. The 12-track set was recorded on analog tape and features renditions of songs by Swamp Dogg, Shelby Lynne, Johnny Cash, Clifton Chenier, and more. It was produced by the band’s John James Tourville… Continue reading The Deslondes Announce Don’t Let It Die Vol. 1 Out May 22
Photo: Courtesy of Easy Eye Sound The James Hunter Six announced that the band will return to the U.S. for the first time since 2024 with a summer tour that begins July 1 in Denver and will take them through Nashville, Minneapolis, Chicago and more. This follows a duo of shows where Hunter supported Van… Continue reading The James Hunter Six Announce 2026 U.S. Summer Tour Behind Off The Fence
Photo: Courtesy of Essence & Gold Country Essence & Gold Country, the Americana roots project of acclaimed San Francisco singer-songwriter Essence Goldman, announces the release of her new single “Good Mom.” Co-written with Roger Rocha (4 Non Blondes) and Becka Barnett, the song is a rollicking, laugh-out-loud celebration of modern motherhood in all its gloriously… Continue reading Essence & Gold Country Share New Single “Good Mom” from Father’s Daughter
Today, Gregory Uhlmann — who is known for his work with SML, Perfume Genius, Hand Habits, and many more, and was featured in Paste Magazine’s recent ’75 Greatest Guitarists of the 21st Century’ piece — releases Extra Stars, his debut solo album for International Anthem, on all streaming platforms (following it’s March 6 release on… Continue reading GUITARIST & COMPOSER GREGORY UHLMANN RELEASES NEW ALBUM EXTRA STARS
Photo credit: Austin Britt Ruf Records is proud to announce the release of My Voice, the long-awaited debut solo album from acclaimed American blues, soul, and rhythm & blues guitarist, songwriter, and producer Laura Chavez. My Voice captures one of the most respected guitar voices in modern blues stepping forward with a project that is… Continue reading Laura Chavez Releases Debut Solo Album My Voice on Ruf Records
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24 Feb 2026
