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Renowned rock icon Dave Mason, a Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer and one of the greatest singer-songwriters of his era, is set to release his highly anticipated memoir, titled Only You Know and I Know. This groundbreaking book marks the first time a member of Traffic has penned a memoir, offering fans a rare glimpse into the extraordinary life and career of one of music's unsung legends. The book is set for release on September 10, 2024 and available for pre-order HERE.

Grammy® Award winner TOMMY EMMANUEL—acoustic guitarist extraordinaire, composer, and global touring artist—has today (May 9) released a newly shot live performance video for “Bella Soave,” a track from his upcoming album ENDLESS ROAD: 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION out May 17. View the Bella Soave” video—which begins with TOMMY talking about the song’s inspiration—HERE.

Today, May 9th, 2024, Billy Joel—iconic musician, unparalleled pianist, and the voice of several generations—turns 75. As we reflect on his monumental career and the indescribable impact he's had on music and culture, it’s clear that Billy Joel isn’t just a performer; he's a living legend whose tunes have become the soundtrack of countless lives.

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The first week of the New Orleans Jazz Festival wrapped up on Sunday, and it was a spectacular day! Initially, there were concerns about rain, but the weather turned out perfect with clear skies and a refreshing breeze. The crowds were smaller than Saturday's, making it easier to navigate the festival grounds and access food quickly.

The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) is pleased to announce the winners of its 2023 competition. After careful consideration by a distinguished panel of judges comprising iconic music artists, songwriters, and industry professionals, the winners have emerged from a diverse pool of approximately 14,000 entries spanning a multitude of genres and 140 countries.

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Earl Scruggs Music Festival returns to Mill Spring, NC August 30-September 1 with a trifecta of outstanding talent, supreme amenities, and family friendly entertainment.

With a friendship forged in the the early '90s bluegrass scene, Jason Carter and Michael Cleveland soon discovered they shared a plethora of fiddle influences that shaped their illustrious careers. From late-night jam sessions and unforgettable stage performances, to recording on each others solo projects, the idea of a joint collaboration began taking shape with each passing conversation.

Six-piece Rhythm and Blues band The Dip releases a brand new single, "Doing The Thing," today. A hard-driving bass and guitar link with a powerful horn section to elevate guitarist/singer Tom Eddy's exclamation that "Your heart just ain't in it!" The track investigates relationships and the self through many different lenses and speaks to how frustration and incompatibility in a relationship can be unveiled over time.

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Brooklyn singer/songwriter and Grammy-nominated artist, Leslie Mendelson will be performing at The Music of Crosby, Stills & Nash @ Carnegie Hall in New York City May 13, 2024. Purchase tickets HERE

The Red Clay Strays are nominated for Emerging Act of the Year at the 2024 Americana Music Association Honors & Awards. The awards ceremony will take place at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium on Wednesday, September 18.

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