The old Shriners’ Hall in Indianapolis is impressive, to say the least. It stands as the largest Masonic temple in the Western world and the only such structure with a French-derived name—Murat. Built in 1909 to astonish, it still does, covering nearly a city block. With its Arabian-inspired design, the temple has been a cultural… Continue reading Justin Hawkins Leads The Darkness Through a Wild Night at the Murat
Dark Shadow Recording has officially welcomed The Sullivan Sisters to its family of artists, a move that feels like a natural next step for one of bluegrass music’s most exciting young bands. The announcement comes as the group makes its debut as an official Showcase Artist at this year’s IBMA World of Bluegrass in Chattanooga,… Continue reading The Sullivan Sisters Join Dark Shadow Recording, Step into the Spotlight at IBMA
Today, GRAMMY-winning guitarist Tommy Emmanuel released the official video for “Black and White to Color,” the newest single off his upcoming album Living In The Light (out October 10). Recorded and mixed with producer Vance Powell (Jack White, Chris Stapleton, Phish), Living in the Light is a virtuosic blend of acoustic pop, jazz, classical, and… Continue reading GRAMMY-winning Tommy Emmanuel releases single + video "Black and White to Color"
On November 7, Strolling Bones Records will release Seven Levels, the final studio album from Southern rock legend and Cowboy co-founder Tommy Talton. Recorded in April 2022 at Macon’s legendary Capricorn Sound Studios — the same room where Cowboy and the Allman Brothers once tracked their defining works — the album stands as Talton’s parting… Continue reading Southern Rock Legend Tommy Talton’s Final Album ‘Seven Levels’ Arrives November 7 on Strolling Bones Records
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Mike Mizwinski — better known simply as Miz — returns September 19 with his latest album, Sometimes By Surprise. Produced by bassist Ted Pecchio (Susan Tedeschi) and recorded with a powerhouse studio band including Laur Joamets and Robbie Crowell (Sturgill Simpson), and Jano Rix (The Wood Brothers), the record captures the grit,… Continue reading Miz Releases Sometimes By Surprise September 19
Girls Just Wanna Weekend will return for its 7th annual celebration in January with The Chicks and Sam Smith joining Brandi Carlile as headliners. Additional performers include CMAT, Joy Oladokun, Jensen McRae, Lucius, Jasmine.4.t, Allison Ponthier, SistaStrings, Autumn Nichols, Arroba Nat, The Carlile Family Band, The Marshgrass Mamas, a special Titans of Americana set (guests… Continue reading Girls Just Wanna Weekend Returns for 7th Annual Celebration with The Chicks, Sam Smith & Brandi Carlile
As Gibson celebrates its 50th anniversary of handcrafting guitars in Nashville, it is proud to reintroduce the legendary Les Paul™ Custom 70s, making its long-awaited return to the Gibson lineup after two decades as a model only available from Gibson Custom. In 1975, when Gibson found a new forever home in Nashville, Tennessee, some of… Continue reading Gibson Les Paul 70s Custom, Celebrating 50 Years of handcrafting guitars in Music City
Bono and The Edge will accept the 2025 Woody Guthrie Prize on behalf of U2 on October 21 in Tulsa at Cain’s Ballroom. This prestigious award annually recognizes a recipient who embodies the spirit of Woody Guthrie’s social consciousness and musical legacy. In their art and in their actions, U2 band members Bono, The Edge,… Continue reading U2 named 2025 Woody Guthrie Prize Honorees
Goose and Mt. Joy joined forces last night at the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Kohl Center for a co-headlining evening that underscored the vitality of the modern indie and jam scenes. Goose took the stage first, treating the arena crowd to a wide-ranging set that bridged their grassroots catalog with fresh cuts from their two groundbreaking… Continue reading GOOSE & MT. JOY LIGHT UP WISCONSIN'S KOHL CENTER
Chris Stapleton will extend his acclaimed All-American Road Show into 2026 with two-night stands in Las Vegas, NV; Thackerville, OK; and Uncasville, CT. These six new “Evening with Chris Stapleton” shows will feature Stapleton and his full band with no opener. Tickets will be available for pre-order on Wednesday, September 24 at 10:00am local, with… Continue reading Chris Stapleton Extends “All-American Road Show” Into 2026
