Last week, celebrated folk-rock band DISPATCH announced their Summer Tour 2025 alongside John Butler (with band) + special guests G. Love & Special Sauce, Donavon Frankenreiter and Illiterate Light on select dates. The mammoth 35-date outing is on sale now – PRESS HERE for tickets and more information. The tour kicks off June 3 in… Continue reading DISPATCH – Summer Tour 2025 On Sale Now | Band Releases "Trinket" ft. John Butler
The personality and talent that is William Apostol, also known as the illustrious Billy Strings, is nothing short of striking, surprising, and one hell of a good time. From winning Grammy Awards to inciting a huge fanbase in a relatively short amount of time, this man known for as much humility as he is talent… Continue reading Having A Ball At The Ball With Billy Strings
Artistic curiosity drives Sierra Hull’s creative spirit. The singer, songwriter, and award-winning mandolinist constantly finds herself on stages and in recording studios with artists from her world of bluegrass music and well beyond—recently Hull and her band joined Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds in Mexico for a string band version of “Ants Marching”—and her new… Continue reading Sierra Hull’s “Come Out Of My Blues” Is A Collaborative View On A Post-Storm Blue Sky
Following the success of a musical transcription book, John Hartford’s Mammoth Collection of Fiddle Tunes, and the subsequent, star-studded album of some of those same songs, The John Hartford Fiddle Tune Project Volume 1, the late patriarch of “Newgrass” music has had somewhat of a revival in the past few years. And with the help… Continue reading Another Composition From The Late John Hartford’s Fiddle Tune Catalog Brought To Life Through The Genre’s Finest Female Musicians
Last night, Philadelphia’s Fillmore pulsed with the unmistakable energy of Greensky Bluegrass, as the progressive string band delivered a set packed with their signature improvisational prowess. The evening hit another level when Tom Hamilton of Joe Russo’s Almost Dead stepped on stage, adding his firebrand guitar to the mix for two unforgettable songs. Hamilton, no… Continue reading Tom Hamilton Joins Greensky Bluegrass at The Fillmore in Philadelphia for Electrifying Sit-In
The Tom Petty Estate has partnered with GoFundMe to provide relief for those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires, with individual donations of $15,000 going to vetted residents who desperately need help rebuilding their lives. The Estate continues to amplify fundraising efforts across social media, encouraging fans to participate. “Our hearts are with LA and… Continue reading The Tom Petty Estate partners with GoFundMe to amplify Los Angeles wildfires relief
Record Store Day—known worldwide as the annual celebration of independent record stores—returns on April 12, 2025, and this year’s lineup features an incredible array of special releases that are sure to excite fans of classic rock, jazz, and, of course, The Grateful Dead. Where better to start than with a few artists who helped define… Continue reading RECORD STORE DAY ANNOUNCES THE TITLES THAT WILL BE PART OF THE CELEBRATION OF INDEPENDENT RECORD STORES APRIL 12
Dead & Company will launch a highly anticipated 18-show residency at Sphere next month, commemorating the band’s 10-year anniversary and paying homage to the Grateful Dead’s legendary 60-year journey. The run begins on March 20 and concludes on May 17, offering fans an immersive experience that promises to redefine live music celebrations. Formed in 2015,… Continue reading DEAD & COMPANY SPRING 2025 RESIDENCY KICKS OFF NEXT MONTH
Farm and Fun Time, the celebrated live variety show recorded for PBS syndication, welcomes an exceptional lineup to the Birthplace of Country Music Museum stage on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Scott McMicken, a founding member and primary songwriter of the beloved Philadelphia-based band Dr. Dog, will be joined by a stellar supporting cast, including Colby… Continue reading ON SALE NOW: Scott McMicken of Dr. Dog, Colby T. Helms, and Host Kris Truelsen Take the Farm and Fun Time Stage at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum on March 13
Chesterton, Indiana, sits at the southern end of Lake Michigan and has produced several notable athletes—as well as comedian Jim Gaffigan. Lately, a number of up-and-coming bands have emerged from this small town, and tonight, I’m lucky enough to see one of them: the Watershed Ramblers, Chesterton’s own bluegrass band. Back in 2022, Alex Gottschlich… Continue reading Riding the Current: Watershed Ramblers Bring Bluegrass to The Livery
