Earl Scruggs, born on January 6, 1924, would have celebrated his 100th birthday today. His influence on Bluegrass and Americana music is profound and multifaceted, transforming the landscape of American roots music.

As Grateful Web, we commemorate the extraordinary life and lasting legacy of Syd Barrett, born on January 6, 1946. Today, on what would have been his 78th birthday, we honor a musician whose innovative spirit and profound artistry left an indelible mark on the world of music.

On January 6, 2021, a significant event in American history unfolded at the Capitol in Washington, D.C. It was a day marked by unprecedented violence and chaos, deeply shaking the foundations of American democracy.

Asheville’s Holler Choir will deliver its debut record, Songs Before They Write Themselves on January 12. An addendum to its widely-celebrated 2022 EP, Mountain Air, the fast-rising string band is poised to reach the masses with the unveiling of its first full-length collection.

Mountain Fever Records is excited to release the new single from Junior Sisk, featuring Dan Tyminski, “A Man Like Me.” This is the first release from his upcoming album, If There’s a Will There’s a Way, set for release in March. Sisk mixes a clever rhythmic pattern with a story about a man with the blues to create a modern sound, aided by Tim Crouch’s fiddle accents and vocals from Dan Tyminski. This is sure to be a classic among bluegrass musicians and guitar pickers everywhere.

Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and alternative reggae rock musician Matisyahu is kicking off the new year with the release of his new single “End Of The World,” the latest taste of what’s to come from his forthcoming EP, Hold The Fire. PRESS HERE to listen to “End Of The World.” Hold The Fire, due out February 2nd via Matisyahu’s own label Fallen Sparks Records, is now available to pre-save on DSPS – PRESS HERE.

Dive into the mesmerizing world of Michel Montecrossa and his band The New Chosen Few with Episode 23 'MAGIC CIRCLE' of the Virtual Spirit of Woodstock Festival, streaming from the enchanting lands of Mirapuri, Italy. This Infinity Season episode brings to life the vibrant spirit and artistic brilliance of the Spirit of Woodstock Festival Concert 2021 and the soul-stirring melodies from The House Of Time, Courage & Love Climate Change Musical.

Today, the Josh Abbott Band shares new single “She’ll Always Be,” a sweetly poetic serenade to Abbott’s eternally free-spirited six-year-old daughter. The song is from the band’s seventh studio LP Somewhere Down The Road, due out on January 26, 2024 via their Pretty Damn Tough label.

Southern California alternative rock outfit DIRTY HEADS spent the summer touring across the U.S. on the headlining “Island Glow” tour and are excited to share a new live- recorded version of their hit single “John Linen” which features rapper Yelawolf who was featured as an opening act on the first leg of the tour. The single is out today across all digital platforms via Better Noise Music HERE along with a new music video featuring performance footage from the tour.

Danielle Nicole is pleased to share her new single & video for "Love On My Brain". The track boasts an emotionally charged, dynamic performance, a potent hybrid of vintage R&B and driving blues with booming drums, haunting guitar and an increasing sense of urgency. It's a flirty track that builds, turning into undeniable desire. Listen to "Love On My Brain" HERE, watch the video HERE.