Few bands can say claim their work is as lyrically motivated as the Annapolis, Maryland band, Bumpin Uglies. Telling stories through their songs that are almost Dylan-esque, their music expresses a vulnerable side of their writer that leaves nothing to ambiguity.

Sisters Leah Song and Chloe Smith, better known as Rising Appalachia, are no strangers to reimagining music on their terms, in their voices, but their latest release—a haunting cover of James Blake’s “I Need A Forest Fire” from his 2016 LP, The Colour In Anything—may be one of the most creatively executed reworkings in recent memory.

Opening day is approaching for Tennessee’s newest outdoor venue: The Caverns Amphitheater! On June 25th, Old Crow Medicine Show’s Hootenanny with Willie Watson, Joshua Hedley and Town Mountain kicks off the first full capacity season. The Caverns, recently named the “Favorite Southern Music Venue” by Garden & Gun, is excited to offer fans an outdoor concert experience with enhanced concessions, food trucks, stunning views, onsite camping and more.

The Robert Randolph Foundation is pleased to announce the second annual JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST, a national, multicultural experience, uniting diverse voices and communities in commemoration and celebration of Juneteenth and Black culture. Broadcast live around the world from Brooklyn, NY, UNITYFEST 2022 will include multiple entertainment, arts education and community activism events, including the JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST Concert taking place at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at the Lena Horne Bandshell at Prospect Park.

The Rock and Roll Playhouse—the family concert series where kids and parents rock out to the classics—announces a special run of shows in celebration of fathers. Taking place June 18 and 19 on Father's Day and Juneteenth Weekend, The Rock and Roll Playhouse will be playing 19 concerts nationwide of the music of Bob Marley for Kids.

Announced today, the seventh studio album from the Grammy®-nominated artist KT TUNSTALL is the last in a trilogy of albums she began recording and releasing in 2016. NUT will be released on September 9, 2022 via her new partnership with Blue Élan Records. First single, “Canyons,” is available on all digital services today. The single follows a recent collaboration with Frank Turner on “Little Life”.
 

Legendary funk pioneers George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic are set to hit the road this summer on the One Nation Under a Groove Tour. Octogenarian frontman George Clinton will bring his vivacious flare to over twenty stages across the country, accompanied by a robust list of acclaimed supporting artists. New luminaries of the funk and jam world, including The Motet (Ft.

Join us for Jerry Garcia’s 80th birthday celebration! With A Very Jerry Band featuring members of Dead Phish Orchestra and Steely Dead. A Very Jerry band is a tribute to the music and the vibe of all things Jerry. Fronted by Dave Abear, after his tenure with Melvin Seals & JGB Dave, assembled a harmony vocal heavy JGB tribute with Bill Mckay on organ, Chris Sheldon on drums and Matt Abear on bass. For the Grateful Dead song we have special guest Evan Jones of Xtra Ticket sporting the Bobby Weir parts.

Mempho Music Festival has announced the daily lineup for its fifth annual event taking place September 30-October 2, 2022 at Memphis Botanic Garden. The three-day event is set to kick off with a combo plate of funk, soul, rock and Americana courtesy of Adia Victoria, Bette Smith, Futurebirds, and Fantastic Negrito before Friday heavyweights Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit and The Black Keys take the Adams Keegan main stage.

The second day of the 2022 Beale Street Music Festival got under away in the early afternoon under humid cloudy skies. The threat of rain persisted throughout the day but held off until the evening hours. During day two, there were so many impressive musical moments that festival-goers had to tailor their choices to their own personal preferences. The Zynn stage became the Hip-Hop stage for the second day.