Old Settler’s Music Festival returns for its 38th year from April 24-27, 2025, promising another unforgettable weekend of music, community, and camping just 45 minutes south of Austin in Dale, Texas. A cherished tradition in the heart of Central Texas, the festival continues to celebrate the best in Americana, roots, and bluegrass with an incredible lineup of national touring artists, engaging workshops, family-friendly fun, and its signature campground camaraderie.

Cleopatra Records celebrates Record Store Day, April 12, with one of the most anticipated releases in Todd Rundgren’s catalog, a 2 LP live album recorded on the maestro’s 2008 Arena tour.

The sixth annual Evolutions Festival returns September 5, 6 & 7 with an exciting line up and a new home at Sugar Mountain Performing Arts Center. The northeast festival enters its next iteration with an expanded footprint, elevated production, and a lineup of large-scale international acts; the same intimate, community-rooted energy that defines the music and art event’s soul will be met with this year's headliners Alison Wonderland, Of The Trees, and another major act soon to be announced.

Mr. Hat Presents is thrilled to announce a high-vibe celebration of music, community, and the spirit of 4/20 with a special matinee performance by LOVE MISCHIEF, performing two sets of Grateful Dead favorites plus additional jamband gems sprinkled in. Join us for a Sunday afternoon of soaring jams, dancing, and good times at Toot’s Tavern.

Mr. Hat proudly announces the return of the legendary Live Dead Sunset Cruise experience: Dead Set on the Bay VII! This 7th sailing promises an unforgettable evening of music and merriment for Deadheads of all ages, brought to life by an all-star band performing two sets of the music of the Grateful Dead.

Two Sets of Live Dead on the High Seas

Cruisers will enjoy two full sets of Grateful Dead favorites played by a remarkable lineup:

April 26 marks a celebration of Grateful Dead music and community as Mr. Hat Presents brings One More Saturday Night in Sugartown to Toot’s Tavern in Crockett. This lively, 21+ event kicks off at 8:00 PM, promising a night of electrifying jams, infectious dancing, and welcoming vibes at one of the East Bay’s quirkiest neighborhood venues.

A Transcendent Grateful Dead Experience

Concurrent with the first weekend of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, Dancing Cat Records in conjunction with Valley Entertainment, will be releasing George Winston’s second posthumous album "Beloved: A Celebration of Professor Longhair". This album extends his repertoire of New Orleans-style piano which George has created over many years.

Father John Misty is pleased to announce a series of new U.S. headlining shows in September 2025 in support of his acclaimed album, Mahashmashana. The tour kicks off on Sunday, September 14 at The Mission Ballroom in Denver, CO and concludes on Thursday, October 2 at JJ’s Live in Fayetteville, AR. These dates will feature support from Jagjaguwar Records act Cut Worms, with fan presales beginning Wednesday, April 9 at 10 a.m.

The Frankfort Bluegrass Festival, a 100% not-for-profit celebration of America’s enduring musical tradition, will mark its 15th anniversary on July 12–13, 2025, in downtown Frankfort. Recognized as a premier music destination, this free two-day event has earned notable accolades, including being named the 2018 IBMA Event of the Year and “Best Event of the Year” by the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) in 2019.

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Joan Osborne will bring her highly praised reinterpretations of Bob Dylan’s timeless work to the Boulder Theater on October 8, 2025. This special concert promises to captivate fans of both Osborne and Dylan with soulful, genre-defying performances that showcase Osborne’s one-of-a-kind vocal style.