Highly acclaimed Grammy-winning American drummer John "JR" Robinson is set to launch his new book, KING OF THE GROOVE, with a foreword by the legendary Quincy Jones, on October 1st, 2024. Known as the most recorded drummer on the planet, JR’s groove has shaped some of the most iconic music in R&B, pop, rock, and jazz over the last five decades.

Ben Folds will release Sleigher, his first ever Christmas album, on October 25 via New West Records.

The groundbreaking genre-bending group Gangstagrass has once again blazed a trail, as their latest album, The Blackest Thing on the Menu, debuts at #1 on the Billboard “Bluegrass Albums” chart. This marks the group’s second time topping the chart, solidifying their role as pioneers who have redefined the boundaries of bluegrass and hip-hop.

The Mimi Fishman Foundation is excited to announce the launch of an exclusive online charity auction featuring Phish show-used drumsticks and drumheads from their 2023 New Year's run, Mexico performances, and the iconic Sphere shows in Las Vegas. Each item has been personally signed by Phish drummer Jon Fishman, making this a must-have for collectors and Phish fans alike.

Craft Recordings and Bluesville Records proudly announce two essential blues titles from a pair of the genre’s most influential artists: Jimmy Reed’s genre-defining 1958 debut LP, I’m Jimmy Reed, and Reverend Gary Davis’ 1960 masterpiece, Harlem Street Singer.

The Infamous Stringdusters return with another installment of their highly-anticipated cover album series Undercover, Vol. 3. Following suit with their previous 5-song curated selections, with one song selected per band member, this collection reimagines classics from legends like The Grateful Dead, Phish, Avicii, and more blending bluegrass mastery with fresh, innovative twists. Today, the band has released the first single out of the upcoming record, a string bluegrass rendition of “Possum” by Phish.

3x GRAMMY® Award-winner Fantastic Negrito has shared two powerful songs from his upcoming new album, “I Hope Somebody’s Loving You, “and “Crooked Road,” both available today via his own Storefront Records. Fantastic Negrito’s first full-length release since 2022’s acclaimed Grandfather Courage, Son of a Broken Man arrives everywhere on Friday, October 18. Pre-orders are available now.

The Bay Area’s own Wreckless Strangers are thrilled to announce their Fall 2024 tour dates, featuring performances at some of the region’s most beloved venues and festivals. With highly anticipated shows at San Francisco’s renowned Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival and the celebrated Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, fans can expect an exciting season of music. Additional dates include a performance at Moe’s Alley in Santa Cruz, with a special appearance at Brewsters Beer Garden in Petaluma.

James 'Biscuit' Rouse, the dynamic drummer, vocalist, and producer, is set to make his mark with the debut release of Biscuit & Buddy, a tribute album dedicated to the legendary Buddy Miles. Slated for worldwide release on September 27, 2024, via German funk/jazz label Leopard Records, Biscuit & Buddy reimagines Buddy’s iconic songs through Rouse’s fresh and innovative style.

Today marks exactly 30 years since the release of Jhelisa’s groundbreaking debut album Galactica Rush, and to commemorate this momentous occasion, the genre-defying songstress has released a newly remastered version of the record. Originally hailed by i-D Magazine as “A potent brew of jazz, funk, and soul, with style and substance,” Galactica Rush quickly became a cornerstone of the underground music scene and remains a highly influential work within the London music world and beyond.