One of California’s longest-running and most beloved music gatherings is back. The California Bluegrass Association (CBA) has announced the lineup and ticket sales for the 51st Annual Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival, taking place June 18–21 at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley, California. This year’s festival features a highly anticipated reunion of The Bluegrass… Continue reading 51 Years of Bluegrass: Father’s Day Festival Lineup Revealed
There should be no debate about Grateful Dead alum Tom Constanten’s bona fides. The band itself treated him as a full-fledged member for a brief time. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Dead alongside Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir, et al., and even Wikipedia lists him… Continue reading “We Sort of Threw Spaghetti at the Wall”: An interview with Tom Constanten of the Grateful Dead
The desert has always had a way of amplifying the blues — stretching it wide, letting it breathe, and giving it room to tell the truth. This September, that tradition continues as Big Blues Bender returns to Las Vegas with another stacked, soul-deep lineup that blends legends, torchbearers, and fearless new voices from across the… Continue reading Big Blues Bender 2026 Adds Bonnie Raitt, Taj Mahal, and a Powerhouse New Wave of Artists
Today, acclaimed guitarist Mateus Asato announces his debut album ASATO, which is due out on February 27, 2026. To herald the announcement, he is also excited to share the first single from the album, “HENDRIX” – listen. Of the track, Asato shares: “Everything started after a late night thought I had in my studio while… Continue reading Acclaimed guitarist Mateus Asato announces debut album, ASATO
BUCKETHEAD – 04.20.26 – BOULDER THEATER Few live performers defy expectation quite like Buckethead, and this spring the legendary guitarist returns to Colorado for a one-night appearance at the Boulder Theater. Buckethead will take the stage on Monday, April 20, 2026, bringing his unmistakable blend of virtuosic guitar work, theatrical presentation, and genre-hopping compositions to… Continue reading Buckethead Announces April 20, 2026 Show at Boulder Theater
Out today, “American Seams” marks the release of the title track from Rose’s Pawn Shop’s forthcoming fifth studio album (out February 27, 2026 on Copaco/Blue Élan Records) and serves as a mission statement for a band twenty years into an ever-evolving journey through American roots music. Built on nostalgic fiddle lines and amplified grit, the… Continue reading ROSE’S PAWN SHOP RELEASE TITLE TRACK “AMERICAN SEAMS”
Indie folk band Buffalo Traffic Jam release their heartbreakingly reflective single “I Don’t Care” out now via Arista Records. The single follows the announcement and rapid sell-out—of their debut headline Take Me Home Tour, kicking off next month in their home state of Montana. Listen to “I Don’t Care” Here Revisit Take Me Home Here The timeless vocals Buffalo Traffic… Continue reading Buffalo Traffic Jam New Single “I Don’t Care” OUT NOW
Classic rock comes alive in the Tennessee countryside at The Caverns with The Caverns Classic Rock Revival, set for June 6, 2026 at the Caverns Amphitheater. The outdoor concert celebrates the music of Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, and Led Zeppelin, performed by acclaimed tribute acts Kiss The Sky, The Ultimate Doors, and Kashmir. Set at… Continue reading Caverns Classic Rock Revival Brings Hendrix, Doors & Zeppelin to Tennessee
Photo credit @_mfslive Spafford delivered another standout performance on their ongoing tour this weekend, packing Basement East and treating Nashville fans to a special guest appearance from hometown favorite Daniel Donato. Midway through the night, Donato joined Spafford onstage for a spirited rendition of “Ain’t That Wrong,” blending the band’s signature improvisational approach with Donato’s… Continue reading Spafford Welcomes Daniel Donato for “Ain’t That Wrong” at Nashville’s Basement East
Photo credit The_Observatory_ (Reddit) In a powerful night of improvisation and tribute last Wednesday, Spafford lit up Barley’s Taproom in Knoxville with a set that will be remembered by fans for a very long time. With the music world still processing the passing of Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir on January 10, Spafford delivered… Continue reading Spafford Honors Bob Weir with 56-Minute “The Other One” Performance
