Tycho releases “Forge”, the follow-up to (and an early incarnation of) “Boundary Rider,” Scott Hansen’s recent collaboration with Paul Banks of Interpol. LISTEN TO “FORGE” “‘Boundary Rider’ started life as a demo called ‘Forge’, a driving open-ended extension of the Epoch-era sound,” says Hansen. “I originally sent a pretty stripped-back version to Paul Banks to see if… Continue reading TYCHO RELEASES NEW SINGLE, “FORGE”
Soulful blues saxophonist and vocalist Vanessa Collier, a triple nominee for the 2026 Blues Music Awards, launches the spring leg of her year-long “Keep It Saxy” 2026 Tour with a performance at Unit B (821 W. San Mateo Rd.) in Santa Fe, New Mexico on Friday, March 13. The show begins at 7 p.m., with… Continue reading Vanessa Collier Launches “Keep It Saxy” 2026 Tour with Santa Fe Kickoff at Unit B
The countdown to a milestone year just got louder. On March 5, 2026, Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion announced the addition of six dynamic artists to its highly anticipated 25th Anniversary lineup. Taking over State Street in Historic Downtown Bristol Sept. 11-13, the award-winning festival continues to build momentum with the latest additions: St. Paul… Continue reading Six New Artists Join the 25th Anniversary Lineup for Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion
Today, Shakey Graves, one of America’s most inventive DIY musicians and singer-songwriters, announced the forthcoming release of his new fifth studio album, Fondness, Etc. Slated to release on May 15 on Secret Identity / Dualtone Records, the highly anticipated bedroom record is a masterclass in woozy, avant-garde folk and restrained indie rock, with Graves returning… Continue reading Shakey Graves Releases New Single and Announces Fifth Studio Album
Vince Wilburn Jr., Keyon Harold & Darryl Jones in front of Miles Davis art – photo by Earl Gibson III Kick off Memorial Day Weekend with a unique musical experience in honor of the Miles Davis Centennial. The Miles Electric Band, also known as M.E.B., will perform in concert at Atlanta Symphony Hall, 1280… Continue reading Atlanta Jazz Festival presents the “Miles Electric Band,” known as M.E.B., at Atlanta Symphony Hall on May 22nd
October 1-4, 2026 The West Coast’s Largest Rock, Punk & Metal Festival, Aftershock, returns to Discovery Park in Sacramento, CA October 1–4, 2026 for its 14th year with the festival’s biggest lineup to date and an expanded festival site featuring 140+ artists across five stages. The explosive 2026 lineup includes My Chemical Romance, TOOL, Limp… Continue reading Aftershock 2026 Announces Massive Lineup with My Chemical Romance, TOOL, Limp Bizkit & Pierce The Veil
Photo: Noam Galai & Ilya Savenok for Getty Images on behalf of Tibet House US Last night, the 39th Annual Tibet House US Benefit Concert brought an evening of moving performances and activism to New York’s Carnegie Hall. The eclectic lineup of artists, assembled by co-artistic directors and curators Philip Glass and Laurie Anderson, included… Continue reading 39th Annual Tibet House US Benefit Concert at Carnegie Hall Brings Laurie Anderson, Elvis Costello, Maya Hawke, Robert De Niro and More
Baltimore psychedelic funk torchbearers Pigeons Playing Ping Pong are taking their high-voltage live show across the Pacific this summer, announcing a special two-night run at Honolulu’s iconic Blue Note Hawaii on July 10–11, 2026. The engagement will feature early and late performances each evening, four intimate shows across two nights, offering fans a rare opportunity… Continue reading PIGEONS PLAYING PING PONG ANNOUNCE SPECIAL HAWAII RUN, FOUR INTIMATE SHOWS AT BLUE NOTE HAWAII JULY 10–11
Photo by Willie Osterman Benny Bleu, an old-time banjo player in the Finger Lakes of upstate New York, will self-release his bold new album When I Am a Fossil on June 5, 2026. The project will be officially announced on March 25, 2026 alongside the lead track and an accompanying music video. Rooted in old-time… Continue reading Benny Bleu Announces When I Am a Fossil, a Genre-Bending Old-Time Album Arriving June 5, 2026
Photo: Courtesy of Marley’s Ghost “Americana” is a brand that’s been bandied about quite liberally in today’s musical environs. And yet, it takes a certain dedication and determination to remain true to its essence. On the other hand, versatility and variation go hand in hand. And yet, each depends on the other. In the case… Continue reading Marley’s Ghost Celebrate 40 Years with New Album Honky Tonk, Produced by Larry Campbell
