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Samantha Fish | Aggie Theatre | 9/8/2025

Samantha Fish and her band rolled into the Aggie Theatre last night to present the 2025 Paper Doll Tour. Fish’s newest album release of the same name was a hot topic among fans with the anticipation of hearing the new material in a live concert setting. When Fish appeared on stage, the temperature in the… Continue reading Samantha Fish | Aggie Theatre | 9/8/2025

John Butler Returns with Prism, His 10th Studio LP

John Butler released his 10th full-length studio LP on September 5th, 2025, marking his third in just two years. Prism is a return to John’s solo roots, though not to the style that defined his early solo work. The single “Trippin’ On You”—released in April ahead of his U.S. summer tour—leans more toward Jack Johnson–style… Continue reading John Butler Returns with Prism, His 10th Studio LP

X Ambassadors | The Wiltern | 9/5/2025

Stopping off at Los Angeles’ Wiltern Theatre early on their VHS (X) tour, Ithaca powerhouse act X Ambassadors performed a show that emphasized their decade in the spotlight this weekend in front of a dedicated fanbase. Celebrating 10 years since the release of their breakthrough record, VHS, the group performed the career-defining album in its… Continue reading X Ambassadors | The Wiltern | 9/5/2025

The Erly, Breakfast for Dinner, and Happy Campers Bring the Groove

The sun was shining with a light breeze, not a cloud in the sky. Tonight at the Buchanan Commons, the Happy Campers threw an end-of-summer blowout known as Shakedown Saturday. Ironic this year, as downtown Buchanan has no streets at present. The fans didn’t care—this yearly event has become iconic and draws a large crowd… Continue reading The Erly, Breakfast for Dinner, and Happy Campers Bring the Groove

Red Rocks Resonates with Etheridge and Indigo Girls’ Yes We Are Tour Kickoff

On July 25th, Colorado was once again treated to an incredible night of music at the world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre, serving as the backdrop for living folk-rock legends Melissa Etheridge and The Indigo Girls. Performing back-to-back single sets to kick off their Yes We Are joint summer tour to a nearly sold-out crowd, fans hung… Continue reading Red Rocks Resonates with Etheridge and Indigo Girls’ Yes We Are Tour Kickoff

Worlds Collide: Angélique Kidjo and Yo-Yo Ma in Berkeley

Angélique Kidjo and Yo-Yo Ma combined forces — mighty forces indeed! — for an appearance at Berkeley’s Greek Theatre on Saturday night. This extraordinary collaboration is part of the duo’s current “Sarabande Africaine” tour. The performance delivered on its promise to explore and illuminate the times and places where classical and African music intersected. The… Continue reading Worlds Collide: Angélique Kidjo and Yo-Yo Ma in Berkeley

A Night Larger Than Life with Gov’t Mule at Warner Vineyards

The first tinge of color is touching the trees and the nights are getting cooler. Summer is giving way to fall, and music fans are packing venues to celebrate the last warm nights before concerts move indoors. A special treat awaits fans at Warner Vineyards tonight as Grammy Award–winning Warren Haynes performs with his jammy… Continue reading A Night Larger Than Life with Gov’t Mule at Warner Vineyards

Dogs in a Pile Bring Labor Day Weekend Heater to the Stone Pony Summer Stage

Dogs in a Pile returned to the well-known Stone Pony to headline their Summer Stage for the very first time on August 31, 2025. The venue sits in the parking lot next door to the Asbury Park, NJ club. This Labor Day Weekend show drew one of the largest crowds that the band has seen… Continue reading Dogs in a Pile Bring Labor Day Weekend Heater to the Stone Pony Summer Stage

Heavy Hitters: Jackie Greene and Tim Flannery In Novato, CA

Marin County’s Hopmonk Tavern hosted Jackie Greene and special guest Tim Flannery for two shows on Labor Day weekend as part of the venue’s impressive summertime Cookout Concert Series. In the extended world of Grateful Dead connectivity, both Jackie Greene and Tim Flannery have earned worthy bona fides. The first time I ever heard of… Continue reading Heavy Hitters: Jackie Greene and Tim Flannery In Novato, CA

The Barr Brothers Break Eight-Year Silence with Let It Hiss Preview

When The Barr Brothers finally broke their eight-year silence, they did not return alone for their new single “English Harbour.” Brad and Andrew Barr are joined by longtime friend Jim James of My Morning Jacket and Joice Adams of Arc Iris. Together these voices lift the track into something that feels like fate. It’s the… Continue reading The Barr Brothers Break Eight-Year Silence with Let It Hiss Preview