Mission Bayfest, Southern California’s premier celebration of reggae-infused good vibes, sails back to Mariner’s Point Park in 2025 — and this year’s edition promises to raise the tide for live-music lovers everywhere. Framed by grassy knolls, sandy shoreline, and panoramic views of Mission Bay and the downtown skyline, the festival once again channels San Diego’s… Continue reading San Diego’s Mission Bayfest Returns with a Stacked Lineup of American Reggae Legends
Radio Bristol, a vital voice in the Appalachian region and a tastemaker in both the music and community spheres, is excited to mark its 10th anniversary with the release of “10 Years of Radio Bristol’s Farm and Fun Time,” a special 12-song vinyl collection. The unique compilation features live performances from Farm and Fun Time,… Continue reading Radio Bristol Highlights 10 Years of Farm and Fun Time with New Vinyl Compilation
While acting as producer/audio engineer for Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Buffalo Springfield, Jim Messina ultimately joined the band as its bass player. When “the Springfield” disbanded in 1968, Jim and fellow bandmate Richie Furay formed Poco. With Jim on lead guitar, Poco defined a new musical genre, Country Rock. After three successful… Continue reading Jim Messina Makes His Grand Ole Opry Debut June 24, 2025
Only 100 days remain until music lovers once again spill onto historic State Street for the Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion, taking place September 19–21, 2025. Since its inception in 2001, the award-winning festival has paid homage to the seminal 1927 Bristol Sessions—widely hailed as the “Big Bang of Country Music”—while championing the ever-evolving sounds… Continue reading Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion Begins 100-Day Countdown to September Celebration
Z2 Entertainment is proud to present Andy Falco & Travis Book (of The Infamous Stringdusters) Play Jerry Garcia at 10 Mile Music Hall on Friday, October 17, 2025. Doors open at 8:00 p.m.; the music begins at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at https://www.z2ent.com/events/detail/andy-falco-travis-book-2025-10m. This performance is limited to guests 18 and older.… Continue reading Andy Falco & Travis Book Bring Their Duo Tribute to Jerry Garcia to 10 Mile Music Hall, October 17, 2025
Grammy-winning Infamous Stringdusters bandmates Andy Falco (guitar) and Travis Book (upright bass) step out as a duo this fall to honor the timeless music of Jerry Garcia. “The project actually originated backstage at ‘Dusters shows where Travis and I would typically warm up with some fun Jerry songs,” Falco recalls. “At some point we just… Continue reading Andy Falco & Travis Book (of The Infamous Stringdusters) Celebrate Jerry Garcia at the Fox Theatre, October 19, 2025
Suzanne Vega—widely regarded as one of the foremost songwriters of her generation or any other—is debuting the new animated lyric video for the single “Chambermaid,” from her critically acclaimed new record Flying With Angels, out now on Cooking Vinyl. Watch/share the video, directed by artist/animator Michael Arthur, HERE. Speaking about “Chambermaid,” Vega explains, “In… Continue reading Suzanne Vega debuts new animated video for "Chambermaid;" new album "Flying With Angels" out now
The Barr Brothers have announced that their new album Let it Hiss will be released October 17, on Secret City Records. Their long-simmering and long-awaited fourth studio album isn’t just a collection of 10 vital new songs, it’s a document of transformation. The result of a pivotal shift: a pause for reflection, a reckoning with… Continue reading The Barr Brothers dissect love, trust + brotherhood on 1st LP in 8 years (out Oct 17)
What the heck is a counterculture, and how can I get one started? Dennis McNally’s The Last Great Dream (Grand Central Publishing, 2025) won’t help you recreate the 1960s – that ship has sailed. But McNally’s new book provides a clear-eyed, rear-view mirror exploration of the mid-20th century counterculture in the United States. From… Continue reading The Last Great Dream by Dennis McNally: A Review
After a year of anticipation, the 14th iteration of Cali Roots once again graced the historic stages of the Monterey Fairgrounds. Through the years, the annual Montereggae classic has proven time and time again to be so much more than a festival, but an annual family reunion for a worldwide community. With lines extending blocks… Continue reading Cali Roots 2025 | Day One | Recap
