There are certain bonds in life—deep, unwavering connections—that call us back no matter how far we roam. For Ross Flora, that bond is with his dog, Sadie Mae, whose unconditional love inspired his latest single, “Home Bound,” out March 7. Drawing influence from the radiant optimism of “Blue Sky” by the Allman Brothers Band, “Home Bound” is about finding solace, joy, and purpose in the embrace of those who ground us. It’s more than a melody; it’s a heartfelt meditation on what it truly means to belong.

Hot Tuna, the legendary American blues-rock ensemble helmed by Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady, will bring their iconic acoustic show to the Avalon Theatre on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Fans can expect an intimate performance showcasing the pair’s mastery of American roots music and captivating improvisational energy that has defined their nearly six-decade-long career.

California’s fastest rising top-tier jamband, Taper’s Choice, is set to make waves in Boulder with an electrifying performance at the Fox Theatre on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Dubbed “Night Zero,” this eagerly anticipated show will kick off the festivities right before Phish’s own three-night run in town, scheduled for July 3rd, 4th, and 5th.

BMG recording artist, singer/songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce will bring his yearlong “Heart of the Eternal Tour” to the Boulder Theater on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in support of his forthcoming studio album, “Heart of the Eternal.” Produced by Shooter Jennings (Brandi Carlile, Tanya Tucker), the 11-track collection will be released on March 7 and showcases Croce’s stylistic breadth, spanning everything from psychedelia to Philadelphia soul to Latin-infused jazz-pop.

Widely regarded as one of the foremost songwriters of her generation or any other, Suzanne Vega is set to release her first full-length album of new music in over a decade. Flying With Angels is due May 2 on Cooking Vinyl. The record is produced by Vega’s longtime collaborator and guitarist Gerry Leonard (David Bowie, Rufus Wainwright, Laurie Anderson, Duncan Sheik), see below for a complete track listing.

There may be hundreds of folk festivals taking place around the world in a given year, but there’s certainly only one Folks Festival. For 35 years, the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival has brought together the world’s favorite songwriters, from all genres, to celebrate what organizers, Planet Bluegrass, like to call “the summit of the song.” Taking place in picturesque Lyons, Colorado, over the weekend of August 8th, 9th, and 10th, this year's iteration will continue that same rich legacy.