How do we define a music festival? AI tells me it is simply a gathering of people to enjoy live music. When just over a week had six live music events, I’d call that a festival, as the bands gathered to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the Chicago Street Pub, an Irish-style pub. They were glad to be there for their friends, Michael and Kathy Trizna, owners and masterminds of the madness.

With over 100 combined years of touring, Little Feat and Nitty Gritty Dirt Band have each performed their music to audiences across the world. Now these two monumental bands, who share a mutual admiration, are joining forces on the road for the first time with their Dirty Feat Tour. The special five-date run of shows, set for the western United States, will begin June 21, 2025, in Airway Heights, Washington, and wrap June 26, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah.

In 2025, KRAFTWERK, with legendary electro pioneer Ralf Hütter, will return to North America to commemorate their breakthrough album Autobahn and their first U.S. Tour, which took place in 1975. KRAFTWERK are pleased to announce five additional dates for Las Vegas, Seattle, Reno, Phoenix and Berkeley, CA celebrating their 50 Years of Autobahn with their MULTIMEDIA CONCERTS. Tickets for the new shows go on sale this Friday, January 24 at 10AM local at www.kraftwerktour25.com.

Rock legend Billy Idol is returning to the road for It’s a Nice Day To…Tour Again! Fellow superstar Joan Jett & the Blackhearts will join Idol for all shows. Produced by Live Nation, the tour of arenas and amphitheaters kicks off at the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix on April 30 and includes stops at an array of storied venues, including New York’s Madison Square Garden, Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD, and more.

The highly anticipated Best Of The Best Music Fest is back for its 19th annual installment at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami, bringing music enthusiasts the ultimate experience in Caribbean music. Over the years, the festival has consistently delivered the highest caliber of musical performances, showcasing renowned artists at the peak of their careers.

Sweetwater Music Hall, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit arts organization and intimate live music venue established in 1972, is proud to present its upcoming lineup of live shows, open mic nights, and jam sessions. Sweetwater showcases an array of genres—from rock and blues to folk, jazz, and beyond—all within a welcoming and inclusive environment for music lovers of all ages.

Saturday night in St. Petersburg, FL, Spafford delivered an unforgettable performance at Jannus Live, capped off by a special guest appearance from Mike Nivens of Ajeva. Nivens joined the band during their show-closing song, "Weasel," adding his signature energy and guitar prowess to an already electrifying jam. To sweeten the sit-in, Spafford's Brian Moss let Nivens play his former touring guitar, "The Raven," a milestone moment marking the first and only time someone else has played it on stage.

Mark your calendars for an empowering evening of live music in celebration of International Women’s Day! On Friday, March 7, Nashville Tour Stop will host a special all-female lineup at Bassline Brewing Company, benefiting Anthems Against Abuse. The event, hosted by Christina Brennan, promises an unforgettable night of music, community, and advocacy.

The Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center proudly presents Victor Wainwright as he debuts his high-energy new show, “Tribute to the Mighty 88 Piano Masters!” on Saturday, February 8 at 7:30pm. Nicknamed “The Piana From Savannah,” Wainwright will celebrate the rich legacy of legendary piano giants, from the early blues masters to the timeless hits of Little Richard, Ray Charles, Jerry Lee Lewis, Dr. John, and more.

Rising indie-rock five-piece flipturn made their long-awaited national television debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live! last week (January 16), performing their recent AAA radio favorite, “Rodeo Clown.” The track—celebrated for its “irresistible hooks” (Consequence) and “next-level melodies” (Brooklyn Vegan)—embodies the band’s penchant for pairing infectious alt-pop sonics with introspective storytelling.