Bourbon & Beyond and Danny Wimmer Presents are thrilled to announce that the festival was named the 2024 Festival of the Year by leading live entertainment organization IBEA. IEBA honored the best in live entertainment at its Honors & Awards Ceremony on Tuesday night (Oct. 8), capping off its annual conference in Nashville. “The 2024… Continue reading Bourbon & Beyond Named 2024 Festival Of The Year By IEBA; World’s Largest Bourbon & Music Festival Welcomed Record Setting 210,000 Fans Sept. 19-22 In Louisville, KY
This year’s Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival (“HSBG”) in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park was—as usual, and as expected—a joyous and magical celebration for young and old, family and friends, musicians and music fans. Despite the unseasonably warm October weather, tens of thousands of music fans from San Francisco, the surrounding Bay Area, and far beyond… Continue reading Unseasonably Hot, Unforgettably Cool: The 22nd HSBG Festival
GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Billy Strings‘ new album, Highway Prayers, debuts at #1 on Billboard’s all-genre Top Album Sales chart this week. Notably, this is the first time in 22 years that a bluegrass album has been the top-selling album across all genres. The last album to accomplish this was the O Brother,… Continue reading Billy Strings' new album "Highway Prayers" debuts at #1 on Billboard's Top Album Sales chart
Omaha-based Americana band Clarence Tilton is set to make waves with their upcoming single, “Fred’s Colt,” slated for release on October 11. The track features none other than Country Music Hall of Fame member Marty Stuart, who lends his iconic vocals and signature guitar work to the song. “I loved this song the moment I… Continue reading Clarence Tilton Premieres "Fred's Colt" with Special Guest Marty Stuart
As summer fades and the days grow shorter, people here in Northwest Indiana are trading their shorts and t-shirts for jeans and hoodies. Outdoor concerts are moving to indoor venues, and tonight, I’m headed to Burn’em Brewery’s Back Room in Michigan City, IN, to catch a performance by Pushing Daisy’s Band from Indianapolis. This progressive… Continue reading Trading Shorts for Jeans as Pushing Daisy's Rocks into Fall
My editor asks if I’d like to review a new song from a rising blues guitarist. Is that even a question? As a blues lover, the chance to hear an up-and-coming artist bend the strings and bring forth those sweet, soulful sounds is an immediate and resounding yes. Send it my way, I beg. My… Continue reading A New Road to California: How Grace Bowers Keeps the Song but Changes the Journey
Ben Folds, alongside musicians from Western North Carolina, features in “From Wilmington, With Love,” a hurricane relief concert on October 29 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, hosted by the City of Wilmington, with support from Live Nation, the Wilmington Arts Council, and the NC Music Office. 100% of proceeds will benefit local charities assisting with emergency… Continue reading Ben Folds Announces Hurricane Helene Benefit, Performing Alongside Local NC Artists
Jake Serek, independent bass builder and founder of Serek Basses—used by artists like King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard’s Lucas Harwood, Phish’s Mike Gordon and many more — has assembled a new band, Mostly Frogs, set to release their debut album, Cookin’ Cousins, on October 11, 2024. The album will be available on all major streaming platforms. Mostly Frogs consists of:… Continue reading Mostly Frogs’ Jake Serek (Serek Basses) and Bandmates Drop Debut Album Cookin' Cousins on October 11
‘All You Need Is Love’ returns in 2025, announcing tour dates today on JOHN LENNON’s 84th birthday! The Beatles show, like no other, returns to take audiences on a heady journey through the extensive discography of the greatest band ever, featuring their most beloved hits and hidden gems that have stood the test of time.… Continue reading The Beatles Experience Returns: “All You Need Is Love” Announces 2025 Tour on John Lennon’s 84th Birthday
In its first week of release, THOUGHTS & OBSERVATIONS, the new album from Ireland’s popular indie band, has captured the #1 slot on the Irish charts, beating out Sabrina Carpenter, whose album has held the spot for the last five weeks. The achievement marks their fourth such #1 in a row. The trio, comprising frontman… Continue reading The Coronas Capture 4th Consecutive #1 Irish Chart Debut with New "Thoughts & Observations" Album
