Is it okay to be proud of where one comes from even if that past is far from perfect? Can a country learn from the scars of its past and build something greater than any flawed, hand-me-down patriotism could ever encapsulate?

St. Paul & the Broken Bones will partner with Fitz and the Tantrums for a 17-date, co-headlining U.S. tour beginning June 1. The just-announced dates will be added to a major headlining tour for St. Paul & The Broken Bones, which will now see them perform a 50-show run that includes their biggest NYC show yet at The Beacon Theatre on March 11. The Birmingham, Alabama octet’s new album The Alien Coast will be released January 28 (ATO Records).

“This album,” says Amanda Anne Platt, “has been a wild ride — both in the global and personal events that took place during its creation and in the creation itself.” Wild ride though it may have been, that album — Amanda Anne Platt and The Honeycutters’ two disc The Devil and The Deep Blue Sea, on Organic Records — reveals, in its elegant, heartfelt combination of sweeping concept and intimate execution, an artist at the height of her powers, fronting a band exquisitely attuned to the blend.

Old Salt Union’s lead vocalist, bassist and songwriter Jesse Farrar has been in the Compass Sound Studio working on a solo project slated for release on Compass Records in 2022. In contrast to his work with alt-string-band Old Salt Union, Farrar’s solo debut is a more textured, Americana-leaning affair, placing him squarely alongside angst-driven indie folk singer/songwriter luminaries like Elliott Smith and Sufjan Stevens.

Yelawolf, hailed as “one of hip-hop’s most vital voices” by The Guardian, and Shooter Jennings, one of the Americana world’s most sought-after producers and songwriters, have officially launched their extraordinary new rock project, Sometimes Y, with the release of their infectious debut single “Make Me A Believer,” the lead track off the duo’s self-titled debut studio album, due out Friday, March 11th via Slumerican.

Nico Padden is a one-woman folk-rock riot. It’s a statement fully supported by her new album, Pirate Queen (Jan. 28), which celebrates the strength of the fierce, brave women in her life – including herself. “The Last Time,” out today, is a no-nonsense breakup song, a battle cry of sorts that clearly expresses Padden’s approach to men and relationships. It's the second single from the album, which offers a mix of Americana, vintage pop/rock and folk.

Amos Lee has unveiled details of a coast-to-coast US tour this summer, kicking off just after Memorial Day at Los Angeles' The Theatre at Ace Hotel before stops at iconic venues like Nashville's Ryman Auditorium and Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater.

It's the Return of Woodystock Blues Festival, with performances by some of today's top blues acts and  giving Festival-goers the option of booking overnight Hotel Stays at some of Laughlin's best Casino/Hotels, Saturday, April 9 and Sunday, April 10. All Ages Event. Doors Open 10AM each day, Music until 9:30pm each day. No Ice Chests Allowed. Davis Camp Park, South Beach Pavilion (across from the Colorado River near Casino Row in Laughlin). Tickets: $60. (covers both Saturday and Sunday). Kids 16 and Under free with Paid Adult.

311 returns to the road in 2022 with a 20-date Spring Tour, spanning March 6th to April 6th. (Full tour schedule below, support acts to be announced). The Spring Tour includes the 12th biennial 311 Day featuring two extended performances in Las Vegas, as well as an appearance at the Tampa Innings Festival, alongside Green Day & Incubus.

Spring 2022 marks the exciting return of one of rock’s most entertaining and dynamic live bands. 311 erupts on stage, mixing rock, rap, reggae, and funk into their own unique, hybrid sound.

On Saturday, February 19, Flushing Town Hall audiences can enjoy the music of Sade, Tracy Chapman, Kate Bush, Linda Creed, Angela Bofill, and Brenda Russell—all performed and interpreted by the incredible Alicia Olatuja.