January 2025

In the wake of the devastating wildfires in Southern California, Gibson, the iconic American-made instrument brand, and its philanthropic division, Gibson Gives, have joined forces with multiple music brands to support the recovery of music programs and musicians impacted by the fires, as well as to raise immediate funds for relief efforts and humanitarian aid organizations across Los Angeles.

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British band Wille and the Bandits have announced that they will embark on a full-band headline UK tour in March and May 2025, commencing on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury.

They will then visit 17 intimate venues throughout the country, including the famous Half Moon Putney in London on March 30, 2025. The full list of dates and details is provided below.

The good life can be as simple as good food, good beer, and good music. Combine those three in the right proportions, and you’ll find the right people gathered together, sharing in the joy of it all. This weekend, I experienced that magic at Burn ’Em Brewery in Michigan City, where the beer is cold, the food is excellent, and the music gets your feet moving. The vibe was perfect for fun times with great people as we geared up for winter with some Long Johns and lively tunes.

Tony Holiday has been at the forefront of a Memphis soul-blues revival, driven by a collective of young, savvy, and well-schooled musicians with a “family-like” attitude and a deep belief in one another.

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Rising British country artist Brook Ellingworth has released his new single, “Truck Stop,” offering a glimpse of his highly anticipated debut album, Roll The Dice, set for release on February 28, 2025. The single, “Truck Stop,” is available now on all streaming platforms.

North Carolina producer and songwriter Joe May kicks off the next chapter of his evolving career with the release of his brand-new studio single, Ignoring the Feeling, available everywhere on January 17, 2025. The track marks the first official glimpse into his forthcoming sophomore album, Mild Adversity & Shallow Heartbreaks, delivering a buoyant yet reflective sound that embodies May's distinct artistic duality.

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