Goose has announced that percussionist Jeff Arevalo will no longer be a member of the band due to personal behavior incompatible with the band’s core values. The difficult decision follows a thorough consideration aimed at upholding the group’s commitment to respect, community values, and providing a safe environment for all. In a statement released today,… Continue reading Goose Announces Departure of Jeff Arevalo
The West is the best, and the long-lost legend of Goldrush at Rawhide is legend no more, as Relentless Beats has announced its marquee, western-tinged festival concept, will be returning to Rawhide Western Town September 12 – 13, 2025. Outlaws will gather and kick up dust to where it all began years ago as Goldrush:… Continue reading RELENTLESS BEATS PRESENTS GOLDRUSH: THE RETURN TO THE WEST, SEPTEMBER 12 & 13, 2025
PEAK, the Brooklyn-based jamband featuring guitarist Jeremy Hilliard (Turbine), drummer Kito Bovenschulte (Particle), bassist Josh T. Carter (Hayley Jane and The Primates), and keyboardist Johnny Young (Mick Taylor Band), is thrilled to announce the release of their third full-length studio album, Vanishing Skies, on January 31, 2025. The record will be available in digital formats,… Continue reading PEAK Announces Third Album Vanishing Skies and Bonus EP Fading Embers
Today, GRAMMY-nominated Memphis-based roots, blues, and soul band Southern Avenue release their new radio single, Upside. The song, available on all digital service platforms, is a featured track on the band’s new Alligator Records debut album, Family. A new lyric video for Upside premieres today. Family will be released on April 25, 2025, and will be available on CD, translucent green vinyl LP and… Continue reading GRAMMY-NOMINATED MEMPHIS BLUES, ROOTS AND SOUL BAND SOUTHERN AVENUE RELEASE NEW RADIO SINGLE, UPSIDE
Texas-born troubadour Casper Allen is ushering in a new era of soulful, electrifying Americana with the release of his debut single, “Damned Old Sun,” backed by his powerhouse trio The Naturals: critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter Shawn Hess on bass and R. Cooper Long locking down the rhythm. The track—premiering via FLOOD Mag—arrives today alongside a visually stunning… Continue reading Casper Allen & The Naturals Burn Bright with Debut Single "Damned Old Sun"
Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Rick Faris welcomes his milestone 40th birthday by unveiling his latest single, “On The Right Track.” Available now on all streaming platforms, the track sets the tone for Faris’s upcoming fourth solo album on Dark Shadow Recording, slated for June. A Reminder to Keep Love in Good Standing “I can really… Continue reading Rick Faris Celebrates 40th Birthday with Upbeat New Single “On The Right Track” Fourth Solo Album Slated for June Release on Dark Shadow Recording
Ashby Frank’s last single of 2024, a blazing version of long-time bluegrass staple, “Blue Night,” is still popping up on the airplay charts, but Nashville’s favorite mandolinist-about-town is already back with a left-of-center selection that takes a rock song made into a country hit and gives it a bluegrass twist. Appearing on the final Dire… Continue reading Ashby Frank puts a twist on rock song turned country hit, “The Bug”
It’s been 10 long years since reigning (and two-time) IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn’s first — and, until now, only — recording under her own name was released. Not that the western Kentucky native hasn’t been plenty active; she was a founding member of the acclaimed bluegrass neo-traditionalist group, High Fidelity, and… Continue reading Vickie Vaughn releases the emotional “Leavin’” — her first with Mountain Home
Today, March 23rd, 2025, we at Grateful Web warmly remember and celebrate Ric Ocasek, the charismatic frontman, visionary songwriter, and heartbeat of the groundbreaking band, The Cars. Born on this day in 1944, Ric’s artistry reshaped rock music, effortlessly merging new wave quirkiness with classic rock sensibility, creating sounds that remain fresh, playful, and timeless.… Continue reading Just What We Needed: Celebrating Ric Ocasek
Today March 23rd, 2025, David Grisman celebrates his 80th birthday. It seems only fitting to salute the man whose mandolin wizardry and imaginative spirit have shaped the way so many of us hear acoustic string music. Whether teaming up with Jerry Garcia in Old & In The Way or forging an era-defining partnership through Garcia/Grisman,… Continue reading Keeping the Dawg Wagging: Eight Decades of David Grisman
