New Orleans’ one and only Galactic has joined forces with the legendary Soul Queen of New Orleans, GRAMMY® Award-winning singer Irma Thomas, for an all-new collaborative album. Audience With The Queen arrives Friday, April 11 on Galactic’s own Tchuop-Zilla Records. Pre-orders are available now. Audience With The Queen marks a landmark departure from Galactic’s 10… Continue reading NEW ORLEANS LEGENDS GALACTIC AND IRMA THOMAS UNITE FOR AUDIENCE WITH THE QUEEN
Today, Candid Records and Chick Corea Productions announce Trilogy 3, a new double live album. In 2020, Chick Corea—27-time GRAMMY® winner, National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master, and one of the most iconic figures in jazz—hit the road with his powerhouse trio of Christian McBride and Brian Blade, embarking on what would be Corea’s… Continue reading Chick Corea's Final Tour Immortalized in Trilogy 3 Live Album, Out February 28 via Candid Records
Legendary vocalist Chris Thompson, renowned for his unforgettable performances with Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, is set to release his final live album, The Final Round. Recorded during The Final Round Tour 2022 in Germany, this album marks the culmination of Thompson’s illustrious live career and serves as a heartfelt farewell to fans worldwide. The two-hour-long… Continue reading Manfred Mann’s Earth Band Vocal Legend Chris Thompson To Release Final Live Album, The Final Round
McCarter Theatre Center is thrilled to announce that tickets are now on sale for the all-star trio of Béla Fleck, Antonio Sánchez, and Edmar Castañeda, performing on May 13. This is a WXPN Welcomes event. An 18-time Grammy Award winner and legendary banjo virtuoso, Béla Fleck is globally celebrated for his innovative work with the… Continue reading McCarter Theatre Welcomes the All-Star Trio of Béla Fleck, Antonio Sánchez, and Edmar Castañeda – May 13 Performance Announced
On Saturday, February 8, 2025, reggae lovers and music aficionados are invited to a joyful celebration of Bob Marley’s 80th birthday at Broadway Studios (435 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133). The evening will feature a live performance by celebrated reggae artist Prezident Brown, with DJ Sep on the decks, bringing the best in reggae, dub,… Continue reading Celebrate Bob Marley’s 80th Birthday with Prezident Brown & DJ Sep
In the wake of the devastating wildfires in Southern California, Gibson, the iconic American-made instrument brand, and its philanthropic division, Gibson Gives, have joined forces with multiple music brands to support the recovery of music programs and musicians impacted by the fires, as well as to raise immediate funds for relief efforts and humanitarian aid… Continue reading Gibson and Gibson Gives Join Forces with Music Brands and Humanitarian Aid Organizations to Provide Immediate Assistance to Wildfire Relief Efforts in Los Angeles
British band Wille and the Bandits have announced that they will embark on a full-band headline UK tour in March and May 2025, commencing on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury. They will then visit 17 intimate venues throughout the country, including the famous Half Moon Putney in London on March 30,… Continue reading Wille And The Bandits Announce 2025 UK Headline Tour
The good life can be as simple as good food, good beer, and good music. Combine those three in the right proportions, and you’ll find the right people gathered together, sharing in the joy of it all. This weekend, I experienced that magic at Burn ’Em Brewery in Michigan City, where the beer is cold,… Continue reading Fresh Hops Gets Their Long Johns On
Tony Holiday has been at the forefront of a Memphis soul-blues revival, driven by a collective of young, savvy, and well-schooled musicians with a “family-like” attitude and a deep belief in one another. Over the past couple of years, Holiday has been touring extensively, pausing occasionally to write and record with producer Eric Corne in… Continue reading Memphis Bluesman Tony Holiday Announces Star-Studded Album Keep Your Head Up
Rising British country artist Brook Ellingworth has released his new single, “Truck Stop,” offering a glimpse of his highly anticipated debut album, Roll The Dice, set for release on February 28, 2025. The single, “Truck Stop,” is available now on all streaming platforms. “Truck Stop” tells the story of a boy trying to change a… Continue reading Brook Ellingworth Announces New Album Roll The Dice
