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William Shatner Announces New Metal Album With Rob Halford, Dave Lombardo and More

William Shatner is stepping into heavier territory than ever before, launching a new metal album that pairs his unmistakable voice and fearless creative energy with a lineup of major rock and metal talent. Bold, unexpected, and built for maximum impact, the project is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about hard rock… Continue reading William Shatner Announces New Metal Album With Rob Halford, Dave Lombardo and More

Sweetwater Music Hall Listings Spotlight Holly Bowling, Jam Favorites and May 2026 Shows

Holly Bowling – photo by Michael Bachara Sweetwater Music Hall continues to be one of the Bay Area’s most dependable rooms for live music, mixing nationally known artists, local talent, community programs, and roots-driven sounds in an intimate Mill Valley setting. The latest calendar has something for just about everyone, with a little extra attention… Continue reading Sweetwater Music Hall Listings Spotlight Holly Bowling, Jam Favorites and May 2026 Shows

Guster Announces On The Ocean 2026 Lineup and Portland Weekend Festival

Guster Announces On The Ocean 2026 Lineup and Portland Weekend Festival

Willow Avalon Announces 2026 North American Headline Tour and New Album

Photo: Courtesy of Silken Weinberg Rising vocalist, songwriter, and musician Willow Avalon continues a landmark year with a massive North American headline tour. The run will see stops at New York’s Webster Hall, Los Angeles’ The Fonda, Toronto’s Phoenix Theatre, Boston’s Royale, Washington, D.C.’s 9:30 Club, and more. Artist and local presales begin today at… Continue reading Willow Avalon Announces 2026 North American Headline Tour and New Album

White Denim Release New Album 13 and Announce 2026 Tour Dates

Credit: Charlie Weinmann White Denim has released its hotly anticipated new album 13 today April 24 via Bella Union, earning acclaim spanning FLOOD Magazine, NPR “Into Music”, Setlist Kitchen, Occult Magazine, MAGNET Magazine, Glide Magazine, East Village Radio, New Noise Magazine, The Big Takeover and much more. Fans can experience the band’s captivating live show… Continue reading White Denim Release New Album 13 and Announce 2026 Tour Dates

Dale Watson Announces New Album Unwanted via 40 Below Records

Some artists chase trends. Dale Watson has spent more than four decades doing the exact opposite — building a career on authenticity, grit, and the timeless pulse of American roots music. Now the acclaimed Ameripolitan icon returns with a brand-new statement of purpose. Dale Watson announces the release of his new album Unwanted via 40… Continue reading Dale Watson Announces New Album Unwanted via 40 Below Records

Burning Rope Announce New Album Dissolution Out May 26, 2026

Photo: Courtesy of Chris Griffiths/Riff Photos London — Tuesday, April 28, 2026 — Dissolution is the second album from Burning Rope, the band formed by two members of the multi award-winning Catfish: Paul Long (keyboards) and Adam Pyke (bass), together with guitarist Alex Voysey and drummer Mitch Weaving. This new record expands on the influences… Continue reading Burning Rope Announce New Album Dissolution Out May 26, 2026

Selwyn Birchwood Releases Talking Heads Video From Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues

Today, Monday, April 27, visionary guitarist, lap steel master, vocalist and cinematic songwriter Selwyn Birchwood releases his new video for the song Talking Heads.The track is a highlight from Birchwood’s new Alligator album, Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues. The album, Birchwood’s fifth for Alligator Records, was released on Friday, March 27. It is available on CD, translucent yellow vinyl LP,… Continue reading Selwyn Birchwood Releases Talking Heads Video From Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues

Underground Springhouse Announces New Album A Noise Without A Name Out May 1

Underground Springhouse Announces New Album A Noise Without A Name Out May 1

MerleFest 2026 Wraps Four Days of Music, Community and Unforgettable Performances

Old Crow Medicine Show brought a high-octane, crowd-commanding set to MerleFest’s Friday night stage. (Chris Noble) MerleFest, presented by Window World, concluded its 38th annual gathering this weekend, bringing a true feast for the senses to Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, NC. Featuring world-class live music, bountiful food and craft vendors, and a vibrant, welcoming… Continue reading MerleFest 2026 Wraps Four Days of Music, Community and Unforgettable Performances

The Red Clay Strays Announce Extensive Headline Tour In Support of Upcoming Album ‘Grateful’

The Red Clay Strays will celebrate their eagerly awaited new album, Grateful, with an epic North American headline tour – the award-winning, 3x RIAA Platinum-certified band’s biggest live run thus far. The Grateful Tour ‘26 starts in Columbia, MD on July 30 and continues into mid-November. Verified Diehards Presales begin Tuesday, April 28, at 9:00… Continue reading The Red Clay Strays Announce Extensive Headline Tour In Support of Upcoming Album ‘Grateful’

The Alarm Honor Mike Peters with Final Album Transformation and “Live Today”

New Album TRANSFORMATION To Be Released May 29, 2026 “Mike lived a life of beauty and never gave up right to the very end,” says Jules Peters, bandmate and wife of the late Mike Peters of The Alarm, who passed away on April 29, 2025. Following a fearlessly valiant 31-year battle with cancer, his monumental… Continue reading The Alarm Honor Mike Peters with Final Album Transformation and “Live Today”

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