Go back to December 31, 2008 when guitarist Derek Trucks and his wife, singer/guitarist Susan Tedeschi, were preparing to ring in the New Year. Married since 1999, these two soulmates, equally steeped in the musical roots of blues, jazz, and gospel, had finally decided the time was right to set aside their successful solo careers and commit to a new band melding their vision and talent. It wasn’t the first time they had collaborated; they had shared a stage countless times and traded album guest appearances, all while starting a family together.

Today, the blues-roots guitarist Chris Duarte announces ‘Ain’t Giving Up,' his 15th studio album, out April 14th via Provogue Records. Featuring a wide range of outlaw blues, Americana, roots, and even alt-country influences, ‘Ain’t Giving Up’ finds the Austin, Texas guitarist teaming up for the first time in 22 years with producer-guitarist Dennis Herring, also known for his work with artists like Buddy Guy, Modest Mouse, Elvis Costello, and the Hives.

Gibson, the iconic American instrument brand, has shaped sound across generations and genres of music, becoming one of the most relevant, played, and loved guitar brands around the world. Today, Gibson is proud to announce the third artist model made in collaboration with multi-talented guitarist, singer, songwriter, and five-time GRAMMY-Award winner, Keb’ Mo’.

Voyageur, the new album from the legendary African guitarist and singer Ali Farka Touré, is out March 10 on World Circuit Records. In anticipation of the forthcoming record World Circuit is debuting the new track “Cherie” featuring acclaimed Malian diva and longtime friend of Touré’s Oumou Sangaré; listen to/share the track HERE.

"Stargazer" is the newest single release from Pacific Northwest supergroup FUTURENOT. Riding on the heels of their critically acclaimed debut album “Greatest Hits” (2021 Color Red Music), co-writers Jason Cressey and Peter Daniel bring to life another deep grooving gem from their collective creative depths.

Regina Spektor recently stopped by “Late Night with Seth Meyers” for a performance of “What Might Have Been,” which aired last night. Watch/share HERE.

The song is from her acclaimed eighth studio album, Home, before and after, which was released last year to critical praise.

Oceans flow through the center of Cinder Well’s music. With her new album, Cadence, Amelia Baker’s experimental folk project drifts between two far-flung seas: the hazy California coast where she grew up, and the wind-torn swells of Western Ireland that she’s come to love. Due out April 21, 2023 on Free Dirt Records, the album’s name refers to the cycles of our turbulent lives, to the uncertain tides that push us forward and back.

Asheville based Wicked Weed Brewing and Worthwhile Sounds are proud to announce the inaugural AVLFest launching August 3-6, 2023. The multi-day music festival experience will take place in the majority of venues throughout the greater Asheville area.

The Mimi Fishman Foundation is once again hosting a WaterWheel Foundation online charity auction. The auction features tickets for Phish’s 2023 Spring Tour. Of special note is the Hollywood Bowl shows feature front row tickets!  The auction is now available for bidding and comes to a conclusion March 2, 2023

Guess the Year is a new podcast that celebrates the music of the Grateful Dead – and the incredible passion of their fans, the Deadheads. Last week, Guess the Year hit #51 on the Apple Podcasts charts in the overall Music category, making it the most listened-to Grateful Dead podcast in the world, after only sixteen episodes.