Pearl Jam, My Morning Jacket, and over 25 other acts rocked Napa Valley at the annual BottleRock festival on Saturday, May 25. The music was magnificent, the weather cooperated well enough, and concert attendees rounded out their experience – and perhaps their bellies – with a wide variety of muscats, chardonnays, and provincial farm-to-table cuisine. (This report only covers Saturday.

Rob Leines, a Texas–based triple–threat in songwriting, southern storytelling, and modern–day guitar prowess, is set to unveil his third studio album, Headcase, on June 14. The 10–track collection follows the enduring success of Leines’ 2021 breakout release, Blood Sweat and Beers, holding stories that occupy the intersection of blue–collared rock n’ roll and outlaw country.

Inspired by the renegade spirit of Pirate Radio with over 20 years on the airwaves, “Little Steven” Van Zandt is hoisting the Jolly Roger and joining forces with Sixthman, the leader in festivals and music cruises for more than two decades, for Little Steven’s Underground Garage Cruise, a full-throttle, four-day Rock ‘N’ Roll adventure sailing May 9-13, 2025 from Miami, FL to Nassau, Bahamas aboard Norwegian Gem, that is sure to be “The Coolest Cruise in the World.”

Guster performed on CBS Saturday Morning this past weekend following the release of their first studio album in five years, Ooh La La. The band also sat down with CBS correspondent Jeff Glor for an exclusive interview on the new album and to talk about their 30-year career. Guster performed "Keep Going." "Witness Tree," and "Black Balloon," all songs from Ooh La La.

Last week, the jam sensation Spafford delivered a memorable performance at Railgarten in Memphis, TN, thrilling fans with a classic cover of John Hiatt's hit song "Memphis in the Meantime."  Spafford, known for their improvisational prowess and genre-blending sound, brought their signature energy to the stage, captivating the crowd from start to finish. The band's rendition of "Memphis in the Meantime" was a standout moment, paying homage to the iconic city and its rich musical heritage.

The Les Paul Foundation, whose mission is to honor and share the life, spirit and legacy of Les Paul through generations has announced the annual Les Paul Spirit Award in partnership with Gibson Gives, the philanthropic division of Gibson.

GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Billy Strings will release his first live album, Billy Strings Live Vol. 1, July 12 on Reprise Records (pre-order).

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable weekend at the renowned Hotel Cafe, located at 1623 N. Cahuenga Blvd. in Hollywood, CA. The Americana West Music Festival 2024 is set to take place on Friday, June 21st, and Saturday, June 22nd, promising a dynamic showcase of music, art, and culture.

The ROCK FOR RONNIE “Year of the Dragon” Concert Celebration, which took place on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the Lou Bredlow Pavilion at Warner Center Park in Woodland Hills, CA, raised some $80,000 for the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund (www.diocancerfund.org). Metal veterans Quiet Riot topped the lineup, which also included Dio Disciples, southern rock band Jason Charles Miller, Billy McNicol, newcomers X-COMM and a jam by Eddie Trunk’s All-Star Band.

Dead & Company, the beloved continuation of the Grateful Dead legacy, is thrilled to announce the extension of their highly successful residency at the state-of-the-art Sphere in Las Vegas. Due to overwhelming demand and sold-out shows, the band will be adding six more performances this August. Fans can now experience the magic of Dead & Company live on the following dates: