With the release of their third album, One More Lifetime, there is no doubt that Jorma Kaukonen and John Hurlbut are hitting their stride. And to be honest, the proper review of this album is, “Kick back in the sweet spot of sound, close your eyes, and take the ride. This album speaks for itself.” Hell, it’s Jorma on an acoustic, need I say more? Yes! Because one cannot take this journey without thoughts arising, memories being had, and emotions felt. The unmistakable sound of experience is all pervasive.

Acclaimed keyboardist, composer and bandleader Lao Tizer today shares “Down” the first song and video released from The Lao Tizer Band’s upcoming album Amplify. The album which sees Tizer continuing to knock down boundaries and expand musical horizons is due out August 23. In addition to the album announce and song release, Tizer also announces tour dates to support Amplify (see below)

Stream "Down"

The inaugural Music Is In Our Blood Street Party is a free, public live music festival and blood donation drive hosted by the music nonprofit, Sonic Guild Colorado, in collaboration with the City and County of Denver, Denver Arts and Venues, the Downtown Denver Partnership and Vitalant. This free half-day music festival, blood donor drive and street party will be hosted in Downtown Denver on Sunday, June 30 from 3-8pm.

For the last year and some change, the only way for fans to hear Robert Earl Keen’s laid-back opus, Western Chill, was to buy a vinyl copy and spin it the old-school way. But since its release in April of last year, fans have made it very apparent that they need Western Chill in a “portable” format. “This is for my fans who have all but begged for me to release Western Chill digitally,” says Keen.

Celebrated blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Joanne Shaw Taylor announces the release of her new studio album, Heavy Soul, available NOW through Journeyman Records. Recorded at the historic RCA studios just before its closure, Taylor shares, “I love the history - it seemed like the natural place to come back to. It’s been a wonderful album to make.”
 

Acclaimed band Flatland Cavalry is releasing two new versions of Fleetwood Mac’s beloved song, “Landslide,” today. Listen to the studio recording HERE and “Landslide (Live at the Ryman)” HERE. The releases come as the band celebrates their 10-year anniversary this week and marks a full circle moment for the group, as “Landslide” is one of the songs they covered in the earliest days of their career.

Acclaimed singer-songwriter and guitarist Quinn Sullivan has released 'Salvation,' his deeply personal and musically expansive new studio album, out today via Provogue/Mascot Label Group. Cementing his evolution as an artist, Quinn is celebrating the release with a lyric video for “Once Upon A Lie,” a breezy number that Quinn has called his favorite on the album. “I’ve had this song for 6 years but just never finished it until now,” Quinn shares. “Turn it up!”

Dynamic Pennsylvania-based funk / jazz band Yam Yam has officially dropped their latest single, "Local on the 8s." Inspired by the smooth jazz rhythms that soundtrack The Weather Channel's local forecast segments, this new track promises to be a hit among fans of the genre and new listeners alike.

"Local on the 8s" was recorded at Progressive Studios in Elizabethtown, PA, under the experienced guidance of veteran producer Marshall Deasy. The track features a standout trumpet solo from acclaimed musician Michael Burton.

Tony Rice’s musical style is a blend of flatpicking brilliance, emotional depth, and genre-blending innovation. His guitar work, characterized by clarity, speed, and melodic richness, set him apart. Rice’s ability to traverse bluegrass, jazz, folk, and even classical genres was revolutionary. His influence on current bluegrass guitarists is profound, with artists like Billy Strings often citing Rice as a primary influence. Billy Strings, in particular, carries Rice’s legacy forward, blending traditional bluegrass with modern influences in a way that mirrors his hero’s approach.

For the last 20 years, Lake Street Dive has proven to be not only a perfect fixture for Rachael Price to display her instantly recognizable vocals but also a standout in modern pop culture. Forming in 2004 in Boston, they have come a very long way. Spending their younger years inside a dive bar on Lake St. in Minneapolis, the Bryant Lake Bowl inspired their clever and catchy name. This band has been something special since the beginning.