Mick Ralphs—the understated, precision-minded guitarist whose instantly recognizable licks helped define two of rock’s most enduring bands—died this week at the age of 81. His partner, Susie Chavasse, confirmed his passing. Ralphs had lived quietly in recent years, convalescing from the severe stroke he suffered shortly after his final appearance with Bad Company at London’s O₂ Arena in October 2016.

Today, Niko Moon, multi-platinum country star, announced he will be releasing his brand new AMERICAN PALM album on July 18th via EMPIRE. In addition, Niko announced he is hitting the road on his headline AMERICAN PALM Tour - which will go on sale June 27th.

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As part of New Jersey’s expansive North 2 Shore festival, jam-band stalwarts moe. descended upon the Count Basie Center’s Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre in Red Bank, N.J., on Saturday night, fresh off festival appearances at Northlands and All Good.

Globally acclaimed music phenomenon Africa Express is debuting two new singles in celebration of its highly anticipated forthcoming studio album, Africa Express Presents… Bahidorá (due July 11 via World Circuit Records).

On Saturday, September 13, 2025, the Fox Theatre will be awash in psychedelic color and timeless sound when Boulder’s own Young & Dead headline an immersive “Evening with Young & Dead,” accompanied by the swirling visuals of the JPEG Liquid Light Show. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., and the music begins at 8:00 p.m.

Renowned double-violin virtuoso and vocalist L. Shankar today announces the release of his latest studio album, Full Moon, originally issued in September 2024. A landmark fusion of southern Carnatic, northern Hindustani and global music traditions, Full Moon finds Shankar at the height of his creative powers, weaving intricate, celestial compositions through his signature 10-string stereophonic double violin and transcendent vocal improvisations.

“Little Steven” Van Zandt and Sixthman, the leader in festivals and music cruises for more than two decades, are cranking it up again with Little Steven’s Underground Garage Cruise 2, the second voyage of the Coolest Cruise in the World sailing April 3-7, 2026 from Miami, FL to Cozumel, Mexico on Norwegian Pearl.

The Pickin’ On Series, known for its bluegrass interpretations of prominent artists and a beloved tradition at CMH Records for over 30 years and 300 albums, has released its latest installment: Pickin’ On Creedence Clearwater Revival: Bluegrass Revival. This album, out on digital and CD today, June 20, marks the first time bluegrass quartet Iron Horse put their fresh and unique bluegrass spin on the timeless songs of Creedence Clearwater Revival, one of the most influential bands of the 1960s.

The musical legacy of the late, great Gregg Allman continues with today's release of The Gregg Allman Band – One Night In DC, May 15, 1984, a full-length concert recording via the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s posthumous label, Sawrite Records.

James McMurtry released The Black Dog and the Wandering Boy via New West Records. The 10-song collection was co-produced by McMurtry & Don Dixon (R.E.M., The Smithereens) and is his first album in four years. The Black Dog and the Wandering Boy features appearances by Sarah Jarosz, Charlie Sexton, pat mAcdonald, Bonnie Whitmore, Bukka Allen, and more alongside his trusted backing band—BettySoo on accordion & backing vocals, Cornbread on bass, Tim Holt on guitar, and Daren Hess on drums.