Exploring unique interpretations of Grateful Dead music, SKULL & ROSES 6 will be a 3-day psychedelic explosion. Deadheads new and old from across the universe will flock, rejoice and “flashback”. Beachside at the Ventura County Fairgrounds – where eleven iconic Grateful Dead concerts transpired from 1982-1987 – will once again serve as the backdrop over the weekend of April 19-21st.

The Town and The City Festival, the two-day music and arts festival in Lowell, MA set to take place Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th, announced the first set of performers scheduled for 2024.

Bonnie & Taylor Sims sold out the historic Armory Music Venue in Fort Collins last night. The husband-and-wife Texas natives, who have called Colorado their home for several years, have established a loyal, loving fan base here. Armed with fire in their hearts, acoustic guitars, and mile-high smiles, the two were welcomed with open arms by the enthusiastic audience.

Gibson--the iconic American-made, and leading instrument brand--has a legacy of making world-class instruments. Gibson is proud to announce the next evolution in the Custom Color Series with the addition of the SG™ Standard and SG Standard ‘61. The Gibson Custom Color Series SG’s make a bold statement with an exciting array of new aesthetic options while maintaining the quality, tone, and playability players have loved for generations.

Dave Stewart — the highly acclaimed Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Songwriter Hall of Famer, UK Music Hall of Famer, GRAMMY Award, Brit Award and Ivor Novello Award-winning musician — has released Cloud Walking. The nine-song cool jazz / jazz blues album was co-written and co-produced between Stewart and pianist Hannah Koppenburg, and features additional top-flight musicians. The album is available now digitally across DSPs and will see a subsequent limited vinyl release (details TBA).

Today, Petaluma Records has announced the upcoming release of Amghar: The Godfather of Tuareg Music - VOL. 1, a compilation of both classic and previously unreleased tracks from Abdallah Oumbadougou, the Saharan-born Tuareg guitarist and originating architect of the “Desert Blues” genre.

Celebrated musician Victor Johnson proudly presents his double album "January Blossom," a 22-track anthology of heartfelt songs released on November 3, 2023. Each song is a testament to Johnson’s artistry, with the album amassing an impressive 100 minutes of music that promises to take listeners on a profound auditory journey.

Today, the torch-bearing Grateful Dead tribute act Dark Star Orchestra announced the initial lineup for its 11th annual Dark Star Jubilee music festival.

Happening May 24 - 26, 2024 at Legend Valley Concert Venue and Campground in Thornville, Ohio, approximately 30 miles east of Columbus, the Jubilee will host a total of 16 bands anchored by three headlining shows of two sets each of Dark Star Orchestra.
 
The initial lineup for the Dark Star Jubilee 2023 features:

Legendary nonprofit music venue Sweetwater Music Hall is set to celebrate its 51st Anniversary on Friday, November 17, 2023, with a benefit gala. The special event will feature a performance by the iconic San Francisco band The Tubes, with Prairie Prince and Fee Waybill, accompanied by the musical talents of DJ Logic. Additionally, a live auction will offer unique items and experiences to attendees.

San Antonio’s very own Americana maestro, Brandon Padier, accompanied by the dynamic ensemble Black Gold, is set to captivate the music world with his fourth studio opus, “Kintsugi.” This landmark album marks a debut collaboration with his band, promising a mosaic of sound as eclectic and golden as the art form it’s named after.

Single Release: “Still Learning” – November 17 | Album Drop: “Kintsugi” – December 15