This Sunday July 13,  listen live as Philadelphia-based AAA public radio station, WXPN commemorates the 40th anniversary of the transcontinental Live Aid concerts by playing performances from the day when the power of music unified the world from both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.  WXPN will play back highlights and sets of music in chronological order matching the event that changed pop forever.

Naya Records, in association with Flóki Studios, today announces “Words of Wisdom,” the newest single from the forthcoming album Higher Education. The track unites the mighty Naya Rockers with Trinidadian-born roots-reggae luminary Queen Omega for a stirring meditation on mindful speech and collective uplift. “Words of Wisdom” arrives on all digital platforms July 11 2025 (UPC 199350837715, ISRC QMBZ92511095).

After nearly a year away from the road, Trey Anastasio Band will step back into the spotlight on Friday, August 1 for a one-night-only performance at The Bellwether in downtown Los Angeles. The appearance marks the beloved octet’s first live set since September 2024 and promises a joyous reunion of Trey Anastasio’s exuberant guitar work with the group’s dynamic horn section and locked-in rhythm duo.

Acclaimed singer, songwriter, and performer Kathleen Edwards will continue her headline tour through the fall with newly confirmed stops at Boston’s Brighton Music Hall, Chicago’s Lincoln Hall, Ottawa’s Bronson Centre, Minneapolis’ Fine Line, Lexington’s The Burl, St. Louis’ Off Broadway, and Milwaukee’s Vivarium, among others. See below for the full tour routing.

The GLIDE Young Professionals Committee is proud to present the 17th Annual GLIDE Summer Gala—an inspiring and unforgettable night of poolside dancing, connection, and purpose—on Friday, August 22, 2025, at San Francisco’s legendary rock and roll hotel, The Phoenix Hotel, where icons like David Bowie, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nirvana and The Killers have stayed.

This year marks a major milestone for Gibson: 50 years of handcrafting guitars in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee. To honor this journey, Gibson introduces the Les Paul™ Music City Special – 50th Anniversary, a modern tribute to the creativity, heritage, and player passion that defines Music City. Available now at Gibson.com and Gibson Garage locations, this limited-edition model is capped at just 650 guitars per finish, worldwide.

Gold can be found on the surface, but you have to dig for the mother lode. Natalie Seagriff has done that digging for you in Troy, NY, with her Luna Series concerts. These showcases feature local talent you won’t hear on commercial radio—at least not yet. The series is held in the beautiful Mount Ida Preservation Hall, a former church turned multipurpose community center. The hall is a work in progress, perfect for these concerts: an old space brought back to life by the presence of young voices.

Disco Presents is proud to celebrate 15 years of Lights All Night with a triumphant return to New Year’s Eve proper. On December 30 and 31, 2025, the landmark event takes over Dallas Market Hall once again for two unforgettable nights of euphoric sound and futuristic spectacle, ushering in 2026 with the largest edition of the festival to date.

STIL RUNNIN will rock the house with their new wave of classic rock sound on Thursday, July 17th at The East Room, 2412 Gallatin Ave., Nashville, TN.  With support from other great Nashville rock bands including LEILANI KILGORE, the CHERRY VANCE BAND and CINEMA STEREO, STIL RUNNIN will top off The East Room's concert lineup of rock that fans do not want to miss.  Performances start at 8 pm. 

Three-time Grammy Award winner Lucinda Williams has announced a Fall West Coast headlining tour with her band that will kick off on September 25th in Solana Beach, CA. The run will include three nights at The Troubadour in Los Angeles before heading north to Portland, OR, Seattle, WA and ending on October 10th in Vancouver, BC.