Few bands have as enduring a legacy in the acoustic/newgrass/jam band scene as Colorado-based Leftover Salmon. Released May 19, they continue to expand on their legacy with the release of their new full-length album, GRASS ROOTS (Compass Records), which arrives to early acclaim. Carrying the torch passed down by the progressive bluegrass pioneers, The Seldom… Continue reading Leftover Salmon GRASS ROOTS Out Now
Today, Duane Betts releases the latest taste from his forthcoming album Wild & Precious Life with the epic, guitar driven “Stare At The Sun” featuring Derek Trucks. The song’s title originated from something that Trucks said to Betts about his father Dickey Betts’ guitar-playing: “He’s a player that’s not afraid to stare directly at the… Continue reading Duane Betts feat. Derek Trucks: “Stare At The Sun” from Betts' full length solo debut album
Music Worcester brings Sam Bush, known as “The King of Newgrass” and his revolutionary take on bluegrass to Worcester’s Hanover Theatre on June 9. The mandolin/fiddle/guitar-playing icon has taken the genre to new heights over a 50+ year career as a founding member of The New Grass Revival, and working with such legends as Leon… Continue reading MUSIC WORCESTER PRESENTS SAM BUSH- "THE KING OF NEWGRASS" AT HANOVER THEATRE JUNE 9
The music world is still reeling from Jeff Beck’s death earlier this year. The legendary guitarist, renowned by both fans and many of his peers as the greatest of all-time, passed away on January 10 at the age of 78. ATCO/Rhino honors the two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s immeasurable legacy with a… Continue reading JEFF BECK TRIBUTE ~ Three-song EP just Released
Buffalo, NY’s moe. returned to the Brooklyn Bowl in Brooklyn, NY on May 18, 2023 for the first time in four years to kick off a rare three night run at the storied venue. This band has seen their ups and downs lately, particularly with the untimely medical hiatus of guitarist Chuck Garvey after suffering… Continue reading Moe. | Brooklyn Bowl | 5/18/2023
Brooklyn-based alt-rocker Moon Walker returns with his latest gritty single “American Dream Come True” out everywhere now, along with an accompanying video. Over an irresistible guitar loop and fuzzy, distorted vocals, the track explores the impacts of a toxic work culture that runs rampant throughout the U.S. Later this month, the musician will kick off… Continue reading Moon Walker returns with groovy + gritty track "American Dream Come True" | Summer 2023 tour
Baaba Maal’s [BA-ba Marl] daring and dazzling new album, Being has received praise and attention around the world. When it was announced at the beginning of 2023, “Yerimayo Celebration” became the rousing first glimpse from the record. Its melding of traditional African sounds and imagery with Johan Karlberg’s digital experimentation producing a call and response… Continue reading Baaba Maal releases new video for “Yerimayo Celebration”
Yusuf / Cat Stevens has unveiled a new song “All Nights, All Days,” the latest to be taken from his upcoming album ‘King of a Land’, due for release via BMG / Dark Horse Records on June 16, 2023. Pre-order here. The track is another ear-catcher from Yusuf with a rolling, Traveling Wilburys-styled groove and… Continue reading Yusuf / Cat Stevens Shares New Single "All Days, All Nights" from Forthcoming Album
Acclaimed jazz guitarist Roni Ben-Hur returns to Zinc by popular demand Zinc on Monday, May 22. He’s supported by bassist Peter Washington and drummer Jason Tiemann. Showtimes are at 7:00 pm & 8:30 pm. Tickets: $25 in advance / $30 day of show. For more info, visit https://www.zincjazz.com.
Back with their first new music for Mountain Home Music Company since 2022’s Imaginary Lines, a collection that contained a remarkable seven charting singles, bluegrass powerhouse Unspoken Tradition highlights the distinctive voice of bassist Sav Sankaran on “Moments,” a reflection on the enduring power of memories and their touchstones. The western North Carolina quintet creatively… Continue reading Unspoken Tradition’s “Moments” reflects on the power of memories
