Northlands Music and Arts Festival, the Northeast’s premier event in the Jam Scene, is set to elevate the experience once again in 2025. Starting tomorrow, fans can secure single-day tickets, offering more flexibility to enjoy the dynamic lineup across three full days. From June 13–15, 2025, Northlands will transform the idyllic Cheshire Fairgrounds in Swanzey, NH, into a mecca of music, art, and connection.

Elton John and Brandi Carlile release their brand new song “Swing For The Fences.” Listen HERE. This life-affirming, joyous track is the latest offering from Elton and Brandi’s recently announced collaborative studio album Who Believes In Angels?, set for release on April 4 via Interscope Records. Pre-order the album HERE.

Rhiannon Giddens and Justin Robinson have unveiled “Marching Jaybird” from their forthcoming album of North Carolina fiddle and banjo music What Did the Blackbird Say to the Crow (April 18 / Nonesuch Records).

Today, 9x GRAMMY® Award-winning bassist, producer, composer, bandleader, arranger, educator, broadcaster, and artistic director Christian McBride—widely regarded as the most versatile figure in jazz—introduces his newest ensemble, Christian McBride & Ursa Major. The group features an extraordinary lineup of rising stars: saxophonist Nicole Glover, guitarist Ely Perlman, pianist Mike King, and drummer Savannah Harris.

In the Bleak Midwinter, snow has fallen—snow on snow—and the sun hides behind the grey clouds for days at a time. The mind wanders to tropical coasts with warm sunshine and green vegetation, preferably with calm waves lapping on the shore. Bands have been putting on winter concerts in the sunnier climes for years, but what about the rest of us? We forlorn fans who do not possess the time or considerable funds to attend such a show—are we destined to trudge through the snow wanting for spring? And what of our favorite bands confined to cramped indoor venues till the sun returns to the sky?

Ukrainian frontman Eugene Hütz of the international punk band Gogol Bordello has announced NYContinuity Vol.1: New New York Does Old New York - a new cross-generational compilation album out April 4 on his Casa Gogol Records. The first single out today is a mesmerizing cover of The Velvet Underground’s “All Tomorrow’s Parties” by Grace Bergere ft. Thurston Moore of Sonic Youth. 

Today, the New York-based artist The Bones of J.R. Jones (aka Jonathon Linaberry) announced his 6th studio album Radio Waves will be released on June 20 via Tone Tree Music. The 11-song collection was produced by GRAMMY-nominated producer Robbie Lackritz (Feist, Bahamas) and marks Linaberry’s first time working with an outside producer. 

There are certain bonds in life—deep, unwavering connections—that call us back no matter how far we roam. For Ross Flora, that bond is with his dog, Sadie Mae, whose unconditional love inspired his latest single, “Home Bound,” out March 7. Drawing influence from the radiant optimism of “Blue Sky” by the Allman Brothers Band, “Home Bound” is about finding solace, joy, and purpose in the embrace of those who ground us. It’s more than a melody; it’s a heartfelt meditation on what it truly means to belong.

Hot Tuna, the legendary American blues-rock ensemble helmed by Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady, will bring their iconic acoustic show to the Avalon Theatre on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Fans can expect an intimate performance showcasing the pair’s mastery of American roots music and captivating improvisational energy that has defined their nearly six-decade-long career.

California’s fastest rising top-tier jamband, Taper’s Choice, is set to make waves in Boulder with an electrifying performance at the Fox Theatre on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Dubbed “Night Zero,” this eagerly anticipated show will kick off the festivities right before Phish’s own three-night run in town, scheduled for July 3rd, 4th, and 5th.