After a whirlwind year that took them from Oregon Country Fair to the sands of Burning Man and a memorable sit-in with Pigeons Playing Ping Pong at Gambler's Run, Blü Egyptian is closing out 2024 with a festive series of shows across Oregon and Northern California. The genre-blending jam band has covered new ground this year, touring Montana, Washington, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado for the first time.

Legendary Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson, alongside Lerxst and Canadian innovator Godin Guitars, is proud to announce the launch of Grace, the newest addition to his signature guitar series. Grace is a contemporary homage to Lifeson’s famed Hentor Sportcaster guitars, which he used extensively during the recording and touring for Rush’s Grace Under Pressure album. With its high-quality craftsmanship, updated hardware, and advanced tonal versatility, Grace brings Alex’s original design into the 21st century for a new generation of guitarists.

Resonate Suwannee Music & Arts Festival (https://resonatesuwannee.com) is thrilled to announce its return to the renowned Spirit of Suwannee Music Park (SOSMP) in Live Oak, FL, set for May 15-17, 2025. This year marks the fifth edition of the festival, and attendees can expect a fresh blend of music, art, and community that has become Resonate Suwannee’s hallmark.

LEUFEU is thrilled to announce the return of Toboggan - New Year’s Eve Celebrations, presented by SiriusXM in collaboration with new partner Leclerc. Set from December 29 to 31, Toboggan 2024 promises three days of vibrant festivities with a powerhouse lineup, spanning two main stages at Place George-V and Place de l’Assemblée-Nationale.

Lilly Hiatt will release Forever on January 31, 2025, via New West Records. The 9-song set is Hiatt’s first album in four years, produced by her husband, Coley Hinson, and mixed by Paul Q. Kolderie (Radiohead, Pixies, Hole). Forever is a raw, unvarnished work of love and trust that balances alt-rock muscle with singer-songwriter sensitivity. The album is a bold, guitar-driven exploration of maturity and adulthood, grappling with themes of growth, change, escape, anxiety, self-loathing, and self-love.

Casey Russell, best known as the keyboardist for tour circuit mainstays The Magic Beans, has released his debut solo record, Patience, now available via Color Red. Russell takes the lead on keyboards and vocals, supported by a star-studded cast, including Shira Elias (Cool Cool Cool) and Kim Dawson on background vocals, Eric “Benny” Bloom (Lettuce) on trumpet, Nick Gerlach on tenor sax, Jeff Franca (Thievery Corporation) on drums, and Taylor Frederick on guitar.

GRAMMY-nominated psychedelic funk band Lettuce will kick off 2025 with The Get Up Tour, an expansive 17-date run at prominent venues throughout the U.S. Joining Lettuce on seven of these performances is legendary hip-hop artist GZA (of Wu-Tang Clan), presenting his iconic 1995 album Liquid Swords in full with The Phunky Nomads Band. On these nights, GZA will play the first set of the evening, followed by Lettuce, marking a full night of music and inevitable collaboration.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem’s recent nomination as Secretary of Homeland Security by Donald Trump has sparked both anticipation and controversy. Known for her alignment with Trump’s policy views, Noem is now poised to oversee key federal agencies, including Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Yet, amid discussions of her suitability for the role, another aspect of her record is raising red flags—one that sheds light on her approach to leadership, accountability, and empathy.

OMAD Records is excited to announce the release of Make a Joyful Noise, a festive new compilation of holiday tracks featuring a range of OMAD artists, including Moby Grape co-founder Peter Lewis and Academy Award-winning songwriter John DeNicola, out November 22, 2024. This unique collection captures the season’s heartfelt warmth with an eclectic mix of indie, alternative, folk, and soul sounds.

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The Recording Academy has announced the 2025 GRAMMY® Award nominees, and Sue Foley has earned a coveted nomination for “Best Traditional Blues Album” for her critically acclaimed solo acoustic album, ONE GUITAR WOMAN, released on Stony Plain Records. Setting aside her renowned “Pinky” Telecaster, Foley crafted a unique, intimate tribute with a single nylon-stringed Flamenco guitar, her powerful voice, and an undeniable passion for honoring the influential women who paved the way for her musical journey.