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Vanessa Collier Brings Keep It Saxy Tour to Neptune’s in Hyannis September 24

“There’s a young lady, Vanessa Collier, who came onstage with me—I forget where I was—but she was playing an alto saxophone, and man, she was amazing.” — Buddy Guy Renowned blues saxophonist, vocalist and songwriter Vanessa Collier will continue her yearlong Keep It Saxy Tour with a performance at Neptune’s in Hyannis, Massachusetts, on Thursday,… Continue reading Vanessa Collier Brings Keep It Saxy Tour to Neptune’s in Hyannis September 24

Christian McBride and Ursa Major Announce Points of Light

Eleven-time GRAMMY Award-winning bassist, composer and bandleader Christian McBride has announced Points of Light, the debut album from his newest ensemble, Ursa Major. The group features an extraordinary lineup of next-generation jazz musicians: saxophonist Nicole Glover, guitarist Ely Perlman, pianist Mike King and drummer Savannah Harris. Produced by Terrace Martin, whose credits include Kendrick Lamar,… Continue reading Christian McBride and Ursa Major Announce Points of Light

The High Kings Bring Power of the People Tour to Boulder Theater February 23

The High Kings Bring Power of the People Tour to Boulder Theater February 23

Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country Announces Two-Night Denver Run

Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country will bring a two-night Denver run to two of the city’s best-known music venues this fall, performing at Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom on Friday, November 6, and Mission Ballroom on Saturday, November 7. Doors open at 7 p.m., with music beginning at 8 p.m. each night. The Denver shows follow the release… Continue reading Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country Announces Two-Night Denver Run

Sarah Quintana Shares Wartime-Inspired Single “C’est l’Amour Qui Tourne dans l’Air”

“These song lyrics came straight out of Yvette and Roger’s letters,” says New Orleans-based songwriter and recording artist Sarah Quintana of her latest project, Love Letters. Given to Quintana and production company Piment Rouge courtesy of the Cuquemelle family, the letters document the relationship between Yvette and Roger, a young French couple separated by the… Continue reading Sarah Quintana Shares Wartime-Inspired Single “C’est l’Amour Qui Tourne dans l’Air”

Summer’s Last Dance Returns to Chicago Area This Saturday with Big Gigantic, Saxsquatch and More

Chicago’s independent and philanthropic music festival Summer’s Last Dance returns to Bridgeview, Illinois, this Saturday, September 19, for one final celebration before summer fades. Now just six days away, the single-day festival will feature more than 40 artists performing across three stages during 10 hours of music. The 2026 lineup is led by nationally GRAMMY-lauded… Continue reading Summer’s Last Dance Returns to Chicago Area This Saturday with Big Gigantic, Saxsquatch and More

Trampled by Turtles and Old Crow Medicine Show to Headline Dobson Arena Reopening Concert

VAIL, Colo. — September 9, 2026 — The Town of Vail and Vail Recreation District have announced that acclaimed Americana and roots music favorites Trampled by Turtles and Old Crow Medicine Show, with special guest Lindsay Lou Trio, will perform Saturday, November 28, at Dobson Arena. The concert will serve as the marquee musical celebration… Continue reading Trampled by Turtles and Old Crow Medicine Show to Headline Dobson Arena Reopening Concert

Mondo Cozmo Announces Sweet Forever, Shares Personal Title Track

Mondo Cozmo, the musical moniker of Philadelphia-born singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Josh Ostrander, has announced his fifth studio album, Sweet Forever, arriving November 20 via Last Gang Records. He has also released the uplifting, piano-led title track and its official music video. Listen to “Sweet Forever” | Watch the official music video Pre-save Sweet Forever… Continue reading Mondo Cozmo Announces Sweet Forever, Shares Personal Title Track

Jake Blount to Release Final Stringband Album, Single-Footing Horse

Jake Blount to Release Final Stringband Album, Single-Footing Horse

Passim Presents an Evening with Bettye LaVette at Arrow Street Arts

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Passim will present soul legend Bettye LaVette at Arrow Street Arts on Friday, September 18. The “Great Lady of Soul” will be accompanied by Etienne Stadwijk on keyboards for a rare duo set that will take the audience on a marvelous journey through her incredible 64-year career. Tickets are on sale now.… Continue reading Passim Presents an Evening with Bettye LaVette at Arrow Street Arts

Smiles All Night: Organ Fairchild Makes Its Richmond Debut at The Camel

Organ Fairchild | Richmond, Virginia | September 10, 2026 – photos by Philip Andrews Organ Fairchild rolled into Richmond, Virginia, for the first time on September 10, 2026, and by the end of the night, it felt less like a debut and more like a reunion. Local band Lucid Evolution opened the show and got… Continue reading Smiles All Night: Organ Fairchild Makes Its Richmond Debut at The Camel

Wreckless Strangers Announce Northern California Fall Shows Including Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

Fresh off a busy summer of performances across the Bay Area and tour stops in Littleton, Colorado, and Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Wreckless Strangers return this fall with four Northern California shows, highlighted by an appearance at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park on Friday, October 2. The band will also perform at… Continue reading Wreckless Strangers Announce Northern California Fall Shows Including Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

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