California Roots Music & Arts Festival Annouces More Artists

The 7th annual California Roots Music and Arts Festival that takes place at the historic Monterey County Fair and Event Center from May 27-29, 2016, announced its third and final round of artists completing their full lineup. Artists announced today include the return of Damian “Jr Gong” Marley, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Pepper, Barrington Levy,… Continue reading California Roots Music & Arts Festival Annouces More Artists

The Mishawaka Amphitheatre Turns 100!

Two themes have remained constant at Mishawaka Amphitheatre over the years: music and community. Homesteaded in 1916 by Walter S. Thompson (and originally called “Thompson’s Resort”), Mishawaka Amphitheatre has provided a memorable gathering spot for Colorado residents and visitors to enjoy food and beverage, art, music, and spectacular natural surroundings for 100 years. Today, venue… Continue reading The Mishawaka Amphitheatre Turns 100!

Frank Solivan Cooks Up New Album: Family, Friends & Heroes on March 4

After a year of tours, awards, a Grammy nomination, and acclaim for Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen, bandleader Frank Solivan keeps the pace with a new solo release, Family, Friends & Heroes. Available March 4, (Compass Records), the album pays homage to Solivan’s family and features the pristine playing of his closest musical heroes. Special… Continue reading Frank Solivan Cooks Up New Album: Family, Friends & Heroes on March 4

Grateful Web Interview w/ Roland Hansen

Hey Guys thanks for talking with me. Happy New Year. GW:  What did you do for New Years and did you already break your resolutions? GG: Thanks for talking with us! This is Roland Hansen. I play keys for Greener Grounds. We had an awesome New Years! We decided not to play a NYE GG show, and… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview w/ Roland Hansen

RRE & GSBG | Chicago, IL | Review/Photos

Cornmeal revved the engines for high energy bluegrass in Chicago on New Year’s Eve, 12/31/2015.  They opened up the evening at The Vic Theatre with Edge of the World, an ordinary Cornmeal song with an ambition to fall off the edge of the world to see what happens next.  It was an appropriate choice for… Continue reading RRE & GSBG | Chicago, IL | Review/Photos

The Motet's 2016 Winter Tour with Special Guest Vocalists

Progressive funk collective The Motet recently announced 2016 Winter Tour plans.  Among the plans – a selection of vocalist friends, old and new, will join the band along their upcoming Winter Tour dates. On the list of special guests are Tanya Shylock, LaDamion Massey and Paul Creighton – all familiar voices to Motet fans because… Continue reading The Motet's 2016 Winter Tour with Special Guest Vocalists

Announcing the 15th Annual Northwest String Summit

The 15th Annual Northwest String Summit (NWSS) gathers a bounty of festival favorites from over the past decade and a half for its blow-out return to Horning’s Hideout (North Plains, OR) from July 14 – 17, 2016. Located just 20 miles outside of Portland, OR, Horning’s Hideout stands as one of the most scenic festival… Continue reading Announcing the 15th Annual Northwest String Summit

Essential and far-reaching Jorma Kaukonen goes out on tour

Essential and far-reaching Jorma Kaukonen goes out on tour. In a career that has already spanned a half-century Jorma Kaukonen is one of the most highly respected interpreters of American roots, blues and rock music. A member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, he is a founding member of two legendary bands, Jefferson… Continue reading Essential and far-reaching Jorma Kaukonen goes out on tour

Announcing the Inaugural Fool's Paradise

On April 1 & 2, 2016, Lettuce, Purple Hat Productions, and Live for Live Music will host Fool’s Paradise, a funk-fueled beach extravaganza taking place in the heart of one of America’s most historic cities: St. Augustine, FL. The inaugural event, held at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, will feature two explosive sets from New York… Continue reading Announcing the Inaugural Fool's Paradise

Fire on the Mountain Vertical Challenge Returns

As the snow piles up on the slopes, we’re very pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for the 2nd Annual Fire on the Mountain Vertical Challenge on April 1 in Squaw Valley! The Fire on the Mountain Vertical Challenge is not just a race, but a test of your endurance and strategy,… Continue reading Fire on the Mountain Vertical Challenge Returns