As day two of Outside Lands began, the crowd rushed through the gates as early as they were allowed to see a lineup so robust that even the first acts of the day had headlined some of the biggest festivals in the world. While the acts of the day proved eclectic at a glance, many of those who drew the most passionate audiences highlighted the deep connection the fans continue to feel to the Bay Area’s connection to the history and present of hip hop.

As another whimsical summer draws to a close, the city of San Francisco once again held its August Tradition of ending the solstice months with the biggest send-off imaginable. For the 17th year, Outside Lands came to the historic Golden Gate Park for three days of unparalleled live performances in a city whose culture and history, in many ways, paved the way for live music as we know it today. This year’s festival proved to incorporate the heart of the city in more ways than just through the music.

The Betty Boards Foundation, a charitable campaign administered by Music's Promise, and Positive Legacy, a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit that integrates music and service to benefit people and the planet, have joined forces to auction off signed memorabilia including concert tickets, instruments, posters, and more during a special two-week online event.

Rodney Crowell released his anticipated Airline Highway today via New West Records. The 10-song set was produced by Tyler Bryant and recorded & mixed by Trina Shoemaker in New Orleans, Louisiana. Crackling with live-wire energy, the wise and vibrant album features contributions from some of the most exciting young blues and country artists working today, all of whom count Crowell as a foundational influence.

Today, nine-time GRAMMY® Award winning bassist / composer Christian McBride released a live performance video of “Op. 49 - Cold Chicken Suite, 3rd Movement,” featuring his big band from their Newport Jazz Festival set. With the full album Without Further Ado, Vol. 1 out this Friday, August 29 – featuring a who’s who of vocalists – the fiery, yet eloquent closer of the album allows for the big band to shine.

Today, two-time GRAMMY nominated New Orleans-based, Afro-Indigenous funk collective Cha Wa released their highly anticipated album, Rise Up. Shared on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, the album centers around themes of rebirth and freedom, and reflects both Mardi Gras Indian culture and the rich New Orleanian culture that fostered it.

Greta Gaines is excited to announce that her new record, Bird Before LIght, is out today!

Today, legendary musician Thurston Moore released a special cover of The Velvet Underground’s "Temptation Inside Your Heart" in celebration of Sterling Morrison’s birthday.

Broken Robots’ new release, The Great American Struggle, comes out September 12. On this, the band’s fourth release, a new level of maturity in songwriting and musicianship emerges, showing how much the band is growing. The songs have deep meaning, tackling the struggles and triumphs of life. Each track can stand alone as a complete work, and each one is a gem.

Mr. Hat Presents welcomes Marcus Rezak’s high-octane Grateful Dead tribute, Shred Is Dead, to “Grateful Monday” at the Ivy Room (860 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706). Music starts at 7:00 PM.