Rudy Love & The Encore's 11 Marks Latest Release Under Buy Before You Stream Initiative – Out June 11th Exclusive on Vinyl

Today, Rudy Love & The Encore has announced the upcoming release of their highly anticipated album 11, available exclusively on vinyl starting June 11th as part of the Buy Before You Stream initiative. This groundbreaking model redefines the artist-fan connection, giving fans the chance to own a tangible piece of music history ahead of its… Continue reading Rudy Love & The Encore's 11 Marks Latest Release Under Buy Before You Stream Initiative – Out June 11th Exclusive on Vinyl

Joanne Shaw Taylor Announces Fall 2025 U.S. Tour In Support of New Album ‘Black & Gold’

  British blues-rock star Joanne Shaw Taylor has announced a brand-new run of U.S. tour dates for Fall 2025, to follow the release of her upcoming album Black & Gold, out June 6th via Journeyman Records. Black & Gold is available for pre-order.  The new dates begin October 17th in Bonita Springs, FL and continue… Continue reading Joanne Shaw Taylor Announces Fall 2025 U.S. Tour In Support of New Album ‘Black & Gold’

Larry McCray Brings Lost Bobby “Blue” Bland Song to Life with “Bright Side”

On the heels of his soulful lead single “Bye Bye Blues,” celebrated blues singer and guitarist Larry McCray returns today with “Bright Side,” the second release from his upcoming album Heartbreak City, due out June 13 via KTBA Records, the label founded by Joe Bonamassa. The mid-tempo burner—written by Josh Smith, Michael “Harvey” Price, and… Continue reading Larry McCray Brings Lost Bobby “Blue” Bland Song to Life with “Bright Side”

Ken Pomeroy’s new album "Cruel Joke" out today via Rounder Records + Summer Tour Dates

Rising American folk singer, songwriter, and musician Ken Pomeroy’s anticipated new album, Cruel Joke, is out today—her first in partnership with Rounder Records. Stream/purchase here. In celebration of the release, Pomeroy recently sat down with The Line of Best Fit and Rolling Stone to discuss the project, which is already receiving critical acclaim:     “There’s… Continue reading Ken Pomeroy’s new album "Cruel Joke" out today via Rounder Records + Summer Tour Dates

"Africa Express Presents… Bahidorá" out July 11 on World Circuit Records, features Damon Albarn, Bonobo, Nick Zinner, Fatoumata Diawara + many more

Globally acclaimed music phenomenon Africa Express is back with a new studio album. Africa Express Presents… Bahidorá, recorded in Mexico, is set for release on July 11 via World Circuit Records. The first two singles—“Mi Lado” featuring Alansito Vega, Poté & Mare Advertencia, and “Kuduro” featuring Fatoumata Diawara, Moonchild Sanelly & Tom Excell—are out now;… Continue reading "Africa Express Presents… Bahidorá" out July 11 on World Circuit Records, features Damon Albarn, Bonobo, Nick Zinner, Fatoumata Diawara + many more

Regina Spektor reissues five albums on limited edition color vinyl, Midsummer Daydream Tour 2025 this summer

Regina Spektor has reissued five of her acclaimed albums on limited edition color vinyl, all available everywhere today. More info/purchase HERE. Ahead of these reissues, she has earned a host of new RIAA certifications—Begin to Hope is now RIAA Platinum-certified, Far is RIAA Gold-certified, amongst other notable achievements. Further below. The reissues include Begin to… Continue reading Regina Spektor reissues five albums on limited edition color vinyl, Midsummer Daydream Tour 2025 this summer

Sierra Hull Performs “Spitfire” on The Kelly Clarkson Show

Monday’s episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show gave fans a rare treat: Sierra Hull on acoustic guitar performing “Spitfire” from her latest album, A Tip Toe High Wire. Rare in that she’s most known for her mandolin playing, as she was the first woman to win Mandolin Player of the Year at the International Bluegrass… Continue reading Sierra Hull Performs “Spitfire” on The Kelly Clarkson Show

Austin Band Briscoe Share Their Take On "Hold On" By Alabama Shakes And Blaze Foley's "Clay Pigeons"

Austin-based Americana folk-rock band Briscoe share their take on “Hold On” by Alabama Shakes and the Blaze Foley classic “Clay Pigeons” which was made famous by legendary singer-songwriter John Prine. The songs are accompanied by a behind the scenes look at the recording process of “Hold On” live from the studio.   “Brittany Howard is… Continue reading Austin Band Briscoe Share Their Take On "Hold On" By Alabama Shakes And Blaze Foley's "Clay Pigeons"

Brent Cobb & The Fixin’s debut new song “Even If It’s Broke”

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and musician Brent Cobb and his band The Fixin’s debut their new song, “Even If It’s Broke,” today. Listen/share HERE and watch the visualizer HERE. Of the track, Cobb shares, “I wrote this one with my longtime guitar player, MattMan McDaniel. We’ve been runnin’ the roads together for about 15 years now. ‘Even… Continue reading Brent Cobb & The Fixin’s debut new song “Even If It’s Broke”

Jesse Welles Doubles Down in Denver: Second Ogden Theatre Date Added

Singer-songwriter Jesse Welles has earned a reputation as one of modern music’s most fearless troubadours. After announcing a single Ogden Theatre date for October 29, 2025, 97.3 KBCO is thrilled to add a second night on October 30, responding to overwhelming fan demand. This two-night engagement brings Welles’s raw, unflinching storytelling to Denver, showcasing the… Continue reading Jesse Welles Doubles Down in Denver: Second Ogden Theatre Date Added