InnerCat Music Group proudly announces that the Afro-Cuba legend Chucho Valdés and his Royal Quartet and Albita & Chucho Valdés have been recognized with three nominations for the 26th Annual Latin GRAMMY® Awards, further cementing the company's reputation as a powerhouse in the Latin music industry. The Latin GRAMMY® nominations highlight the incredible artistry of pianist and composer Chucho Valdés and the InnerCat creative teams behind two beloved projects: Cuba & Beyond and Masters Of Our Roots.

When it comes to bluesy, soulful, straight-ahead jazz, few American cities swing like Pittsburgh. Guitarist John Shannon, a Pittsburgh native, follows in the lineage of George Benson, Jimmy Ponder, Joe Pass, and Joe Negri — masters rooted in the Steel City who carried its singular dialect onto the world stage.

Philadelphia has a rich history of classic soul and R&B music, so it’s no surprise that the eclectic Bacon Brothers have teamed up with Mare, a talented young singer from Philadelphia, to record a powerful anthem titled "People in the World." Written by Michael Bacon, this timely track is set to be released on October 3rd. Pre-save here.

DUG, the Irish-American folk duo comprised of Californian Jonny Pickett and acclaimed songwriter Lorkin O’Reilly (26M+ Spotify streams), makes their long-awaited album debut with Have At It! available now via Claddagh Records. In support of the new release, the band will be touring around the world, including a 9-show run in the US that kicks off November 6 in Knoxville, TN supporting The Wood Brothers.

The old Shriners’ Hall in Indianapolis is impressive, to say the least. It stands as the largest Masonic temple in the Western world and the only such structure with a French-derived name—Murat. Built in 1909 to astonish, it still does, covering nearly a city block. With its Arabian-inspired design, the temple has been a cultural hub in Indy for more than a century. Tonight, The Darkness descends upon the grand structure, and patrons can hardly wait.

Dark Shadow Recording has officially welcomed The Sullivan Sisters to its family of artists, a move that feels like a natural next step for one of bluegrass music’s most exciting young bands. The announcement comes as the group makes its debut as an official Showcase Artist at this year’s IBMA World of Bluegrass in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Today, GRAMMY-winning guitarist Tommy Emmanuel released the official video for “Black and White to Color,” the newest single off his upcoming album Living In The Light (out October 10).

On November 7, Strolling Bones Records will release Seven Levels, the final studio album from Southern rock legend and Cowboy co-founder Tommy Talton. Recorded in April 2022 at Macon’s legendary Capricorn Sound Studios — the same room where Cowboy and the Allman Brothers once tracked their defining works — the album stands as Talton’s parting gift: seven songs steeped in friendship, resilience, and the timeless sound of the Southern rock family tree.

Singer-songwriter and guitarist Mike Mizwinski — better known simply as Miz — returns September 19 with his latest album, Sometimes By Surprise. Produced by bassist Ted Pecchio (Susan Tedeschi) and recorded with a powerhouse studio band including Laur Joamets and Robbie Crowell (Sturgill Simpson), and Jano Rix (The Wood Brothers), the record captures the grit, heart, and resilience of a musician who has spent the past 15 years on the road.

Girls Just Wanna Weekend will return for its 7th annual celebration in January with The Chicks and Sam Smith joining Brandi Carlile as headliners.

Additional performers include CMAT, Joy Oladokun, Jensen McRae, Lucius, Jasmine.4.t, Allison Ponthier, SistaStrings, Autumn Nichols, Arroba Nat, The Carlile Family Band, The Marshgrass Mamas, a special Titans of Americana set (guests TBA), and comedian Kristin Key.