From the ancient Greeks to medieval court jesters to modern late night talk show hosts, taking comedic jabs at those in power can be as persuasive as a sword. Retired legendary rodeo clown and now musical satirist Sloppy Scales has assembled a world-class band of musicians to create his debut album This Machine Mocks Fascists: The… Continue reading ATL musical satirist Sloppy Scales debut album This Machine Mocks Fascists out today
The 47th Kennedy Center Honors shone a spotlight on the best of American performing arts, celebrating the achievements of legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola, iconic American rock band the Grateful Dead, blues-rock singer-songwriter Bonnie Raitt, jazz trumpeter and composer Arturo Sandoval, and the Apollo Theater — the first venue ever to receive the prestigious honor.… Continue reading 47th Kennedy Center Honors Celebrate Grateful Dead, Francis Ford Coppola, Bonnie Raitt, Arturo Sandoval, and the Apollo Theater
Today, legendary roots star Taj Mahal was announced to be honored at the Recording Academy®’s Special Merit Awards Ceremony, receiving a Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award, alongside fellow honorees Frankie Beverly, The Clash, Dr. Bobby Jones, Prince, Roxanne Shante, and Frankie Valli. The ceremony celebrating the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award, Trustees Award, and Technical GRAMMY®… Continue reading RECORDING ACADEMY® HONOR TAJ MAHAL WITH LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Cool Cool Cool, the seven-piece powerhouse known for their electrifying fusion of funk, house, and R&B, is starting 2025 with a bang. Following the release of their fiery single “Made Ya Look” on November 8, 2024, the band unveils “Dynamite” on January 3, 2025. Both tracks showcase the group’s dynamic energy, female-led vocals, and groove-laden… Continue reading Cool Cool Cool Releases Two Singles: "Made Ya Look" and "Dynamite"
The Ain’t Sisters have released their newest single, “Heart Attack,” from their much-anticipated new album, Atomic. The album is set to drop on March 29th, accompanied by a huge album release show in their hometown of Atlanta at Terminal West. The first single off the new album, “Heart Attack,” was written by co-frontwoman Arrie Bozeman,… Continue reading Atlanta’s Own The Ain’t Sisters Drop “Heart Attack” and Gear Up for Atomic
East Bay funk, soul, and R&B legends Tower of Power are hot on the heels of the release of their first full-length holiday album It’s Christmas. The group is currently embarking on their ‘Holidays and Hits Tour’ which has seen packed out houses across the country and will conclude this weekend with two California dates… Continue reading Tower of Power Celebrate the Holiday Season with New Visualizer for Beloved Hanukkah Song “Maoz Tour”
Wreckless Strangers will kick off the new year with a high-energy dinner show at Rancho Nicasio—the legendary West Marin venue—on Saturday, January 11. The band’s 2024 highlights include the release of their celebrated EP, Blue Sky Fantasy, being named to Music Connection Magazine’s Hot 100 for 2024, and performances at Sweetwater Music Hall, Hardly Strictly… Continue reading Wreckless Strangers Kick off 2025 with a High-Energy Dinner Show at West Marin’s Rancho Nicasio on Saturday, January 11
Longstanding international funk titans The New Mastersounds have announced a brand new live album, ‘Live at Cervantes Volume 1,’ available exclusively via the Color Red Vinyl Club. To celebrate the announcement, the UK-formed quartet has shared a digital single “Gonna Get in My Way,” featuring vocalist Shelby Kemp (The Lucky Strokes, Royal Horses) and Chris… Continue reading The New Mastersounds Announce New ‘Live at Cervantes’ Volume One’ Vinyl Record
The legendary Bill Murray is teaming up with Gulf Coast Records artists Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia (aka “Blood Brothers”) to perform a series of shows in the first few months of 2025. Special Guest on the dates is newly-signed Gulf Coast artist guitarist Jimmy Vivino, whose label debut, Gonna Be 2 of Those Days,… Continue reading Bill Murray Teams Up with Blood Brothers Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia with Special Guest Jimmy Vivino for New Tour in Early 2025
Heading into the New Year with a bang, Jesse Dayton has announced a highly anticipated spring tour while reviving the untamed spirit of the legendary Road Kings with a pair of special reunion shows. Fans can get a taste of the Road Kings’ razor-sharp blend of punk energy and rockabilly swagger with “Never Be Untrue”,… Continue reading Jesse Dayton's 2025 Spring Tour Dates Announced
