“The Blues are alive and well,” declared WBGO in a recent interview. “It’s artists like Sonny Gullage that are carrying the torch.” Following his interview with WBGO this week, blues singer-songwriter and keyboardist Kevin “Sonny” Gullage has released “Things I Can’t Control,” the latest single from his debut full-length album, ‘Go Be Free.’ Slated for… Continue reading Sonny Gullage Drops Powerful New Single “Things I Can’t Control”
Following the critically acclaimed release of her latest studio album Heavy Soul, which debuted at #2 on the Billboard Blues Album chart under Slash’s latest release, celebrated blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Joanne Shaw Taylor has delighted fans with a special new single, “Wishing Well,” a powerful cover of Free’s hit song, available now on all… Continue reading Joanne Shaw Taylor Releases Powerful Interpretation of “Wishing Well” by Free
Larkin Poe – the GRAMMY® Award-winning duo of Georgia-bred, Nashville-based multi-instrumentalist sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell – continue what is proving a milestone year with the jubilant new single, “Bluephoria,” available now via their own Tricki-Woo Records. An official music video – filmed in The Blue Room at Nashville, TN’s Third Man Records – premieres… Continue reading Larkin Poe Release Blazing New Song & Video Ahead of Summer Tour
GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Billy Strings’ first live album, Billy Strings Live Vol. 1, is out today on Reprise Records. Stream/purchase HERE. Showcasing his electrifying concerts, the record features Strings performing some of his most beloved songs—including “Dust in a Baggie,” “Away From The Mire,” and “Turmoil & Tinfoil”—recorded at venues around the… Continue reading "Billy Strings Live Vol. 1" out today
Havana, Illinois left its mark on Edward David Anderson (EDA) and he left his mark on Havana. His new, soon-to-be-released album, Still the River, reflects this relationship built over almost three and a half years. The time includes deeply engaging with West Central Illinois and the Illinois River and his daughter, Ella as her first… Continue reading Still the River and a Summer Conversation with Edward David Anderson
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Phil Collins‘ fifth solo studio album, Both Sides, it is to be reissued as a special edition 5-LP box set, releasing on September 20. Pre-order HERE. This deluxe edition contains the remastered full original album, cut at half-speed by Miles Showell at Abbey Road Studios, and is a… Continue reading Phil Collins' Both Sides Gets 30th Anniversary Box Set: 5LPs, Demos, Live Tracks & More
Today, The Louis Armstrong House Museum and Center announces the 2024 cohorts of their prestigious Armstrong Now Artist-in-Residence program. Following last year’s residencies and inspired works from esperanza spalding, Amyra León and Antonio Brown, this season, three new exceptional artists have been selected to work with the institution. In an in-depth approach, they will delve… Continue reading THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG HOUSE MUSEUM & CENTER ANNOUNCES 2024 ARMSTRONG NOW COHORTS
Originally released in 1998, The Best of Friends marks a significant milestone in the illustrious career of blues legend John Lee Hooker. This seminal album highlights Hooker’s late-career collaborations with an array of esteemed musicians including Eric Clapton, Ry Cooder, Carlos Santana, Van Morrison, and Bonnie Raitt. Twenty-five years later, the album remains a vivid… Continue reading JOHN LEE HOOKER Reissue of "The Best Of Friends" Out Tomorrow
The Roamers bring a wealth of experience from their individual musical careers to this exciting new venture. Led by Matt Rice, a seasoned bass player and singer who has been a dedicated performer in the Los Angeles area for many years, the band offers a unique approach to making music. “We’re a new band and… Continue reading THE ROAMERS SELF-TITLED DEBUT RELEASES SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Today, Grand Rapids, Michigan based indie rock band The Crane Wives share upbeat, introspective track and official video “Bitter Medicine” out everywhere now where the group embraces imperfection. The self-produced, rousing fifth studio album Beyond Beyond Beyond is due out September 6 and available for pre-order now. Plus, The Crane Wives have announced a new… Continue reading The Crane Wives' propulsive ode to impostor syndrome: "Bitter Medicine" track + video
