Renowned ʻukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro has teamed up with drumming legend and Fleetwood Mac co-founder Mick Fleetwood to announce the release of their forthcoming album, Blues Experience, due October 18th via Forty Below Records. Pre-order the album here. Relix Magazine has premiered the first single, “Rollin’ N Tumblin’,” from this eagerly anticipated collaboration. Check out… Continue reading Mick Fleetwood & Jake Shimabukuro to Release 'Blues Experience'
In the melancholic shadow of yesternight, the world was bereft of a luminary, John Mayall, who departed this mortal coil on July 23rd, 2024. With a heavy heart, we pay homage to this titan of blues, whose life and music reverberate through the corridors of time, echoing like a somber requiem in the deepest chambers… Continue reading John Mayall: The Godfather's Final Melody
The Cactus Blossoms – Minneapolis-based brother duo Jack Torrey and Page Burkum – have shared “Something’s Got A Hold One Me” today, the album opener from their upcoming new collection Every Time I Think About You (August 30 / Walkie Talkie Records). A slice of pure Saturday night two-steppin’ joy, The Cactus Blossoms draw inspiration… Continue reading The Cactus Blossoms bring Saturday night two-steppin' joy to new track + announce Opry debut
The We Make Noise Festival announced Boston’s own OOMPA, Cakeswagg and Naomi Westwater will perform at the one-day celebration Saturday, August 24, 2024, in the heart of Boston at Downtown Crossing. The festival, now in its second year (previously called “Beats By Girlz”), will feature more than a dozen women and gender-expansive artists on three… Continue reading Boston's We Make Noise Festival Announce 2024 Lineup
Innovative Boston quartet Twisted Pine share the video for their first official single, “Goosebump Feeling,” today at Folk Alley, who praise the song’s brilliantly intertwining sections, “spiraling in concentric circles to evoke the eternal return of joy.” The song is a taste of what to expect on the band’s eclectic new album, Love Your Mind,… Continue reading TWISTED PINE release their effervescent, "intricately crafted" new single "Goosebump Feeling"
Acclaimed funk quartet Pigeons Playing Ping Pong is ecstatic to announce their highly anticipated fall tour dates, set to kick off on October 31, 2024 in Indianapolis, IN. Renowned for their high-energy performances and unforgettable themed shows, PPPP will be joined by Virginia indie-jam darlings Kendall Street Company for a funk-filled odyssey through key cities… Continue reading Pigeons Playing Ping Pong Announces Fall Tour Including Halloween Run with Kendall Street Company
The Flying Salvias, a band forged from decades of diverse musical experiences and unyielding passion, proudly announces the release of their latest project, “Henry’s Hideaway” This album is a testament to the enduring spirit of musicians who have weathered the storms of life and emerged with a rich tapestry of sounds and stories. The Band’s… Continue reading Unveiling the Musical Masterpiece: The Flying Salvias Present "Henry's Hideaway"
Today, LaMP ft. Russ Lawton, Scott Metzger & Ray Paczkowski have announced a 12-date Fall tour, including their first ever shows in the Midwest. Beginning October 10 at Mr. Smalls Theatre in Pittsburgh, highlights along the way include stops at Beachland Ballroom in Cleveland, OH on October 11, Headliners Music Hall in Louisville, KY on… Continue reading LaMP ft. Russ Lawton, Scott Metzger & Ray Paczkowski Announce Fall 2024 Tour Dates
Saturday night, Fort Collins was the site of the penultimate tour stop of the world music celebration of the Grammy-award-winning “As We Speak,” created and performed by masters of music Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, Zakir Hussain, and Rakesh Chaurasia. Taking home the win in both the Best Contemporary Album category and Best Global Music Performance… Continue reading World Music Magic: Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, Zakir Hussain, and Rakesh Chaurasia’s Enchanting Performance
Jim Wooster, Executive Director of Passim, announced that he will retire from the Cambridge music venue in early 2025. Wooster has served as executive director for nearly a decade and helped strengthen the legendary arts non-profit, creating new initiatives and setting the organization up for continued success. A search is underway now for his replacement.… Continue reading Jim Wooster to Step Down as Executive Director of Passim
