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Sixth-generation San Franciscan Essence Goldman, now performing as Essence & Gold Country, will celebrate the release of her new album, Father’s Daughter, with a special record release show at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Joining Essence & Gold Country for a roots-rich evening of Americana and country are Andres Cervantes, Jenny Kerr Band, The Dogweeds, Jacob Aranda, and Barry Sless.

Nashville-based Americana rocker Sophie Gault returns October 3rd with “Pocket Change”, a fiery reinterpretation of acclaimed songwriter Mando Saenz’s track—this time with Saenz himself stepping in on guest vocals. Produced by Alex Torrez (Torrez Music Group) and David Dorn, and engineered/mixed by Grammy-winner Brandon Bell (Joni Mitchell, Brandi Carlile, Billy Strings), the single pulses with grit, attitude, and outlaw swagger.

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Phish returns to New York City on Sunday, December 28 through Wednesday, December 31, for a four-night New Year’s run at Madison Square Garden. A much-loved New Year’s tradition that has supplied some of the most surprising and legendary moments in the band’s 40-plus-year history, this year’s run will bring Phish's total number of shows at The Garden to 91. 

 

Award-winning folk singer and songwriter Halley Neal returns with her most personal project to date, Letter For a Friend. Written as a collection of letters to the people who have shaped, influenced, and inspired her, the album was recorded in Nashville and shines with Neal’s signature warmth, positivity, and heartfelt storytelling.

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Florida-based blues-rock guitar ace Sean Chambers is on tour with the famed Savoy Brown Rhythm Section, performing locally at Debonair Music Hall, 1409 Queen Anne Road, on Sunday, October 12. Show: 8:00 pm. Tickets: $20 (advance); $25 (day of show). Info: (201) 833-0011 or visit debonairmusichall.com.

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Acclaimed pianist and composer Emmet Cohen brings a once-in-a-lifetime tribute to two of the greatest icons in jazz history—Miles Davis and John Coltrane—as both would have celebrated their 100th birthdays in 2026. The performance, titled Miles and Coltrane at 100, will take place on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the Boulder Theater.

Legendary icon Dave Mason, aged 79, has officially announced his retirement from touring, closing the curtain on 60 remarkable years of rock n’ roll and marking the end of a significant era in music history. He cites ongoing health challenges as the reason behind this difficult decision. 
 

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It's hard to find a more inspiring, outdoor venue than the Rooftop at Pier 17, nestled between the Financial District, the Brooklyn Bridge and the East River. The sweeping views of Manhattan are already breathtaking. Adding an incredible band to this environment is better than a cherry on top because there is no better place for Joe Russo's Almost Dead to bring their vibrant Grateful Dead covers.

2x Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician Billy Strings will extend his headline tour through the winter, with newly confirmed stops at Athens’ Akins Ford Arena (two nights), Asheville’s ExploreAsheville.com Arena (four nights), and Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena (two nights), followed by an exclusive performance at the Ryman Auditorium. See below for the complete tour itinerary.

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Today – on what would have been B.B. King’s 100th birthday – Joe Bonamassa has announced the upcoming release of B.B. King’s Blues Summit 100, produced by Grammy-nominated duo Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith, an extraordinary collaborative tribute album celebrating the legacy of one of music’s most iconic figures.

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