On January 18, while presenting a collective “rainbow full of sound,” Greensky Bluegrass and Railroad Earth left no doubt that they still possess the character, proficiency, relevance, and charisma that have kept them among the most notable of the so-called “jam bands” in the land for the past 20-plus years.

New York City singer-songwriter Leo Sawikin has always been a master at weaving introspection with melody, and his upcoming album, Till You’re Somebody Else, set to release on January 24, 2025, is no exception. Building on the success of his 2021 debut, Row Me Away, Sawikin dives deeper into his signature “shoegazey Britpop” sound—a blend of jangling guitars, dreamy keys, and evocative lyrics that evoke bands like The Cure and early Coldplay.

Casa Del Sol, the San Francisco-based psych-rock quartet, is proud to announce the release of their debut album, Strange Angels, available now on all streaming platforms. The album is a 1960s- and 70s-inspired cinematic journey blending psychedelia, soul, rock, blues, and jazz, paired with socially-conscious themes and soaring improvisation.

Looking For The Thread, the first collaborative album from Mary Chapin Carpenter, Julie Fowlis, and Karine Polwart, is out today via Thirty Tigers. Stream or purchase it here.

Madeline Hawthorne’s new song, “Ghost in a Shell,” was inspired by close friends experiencing difficult breakups and was co-written with her husband during a short break in her touring schedule. “The song puts you in a dream-like state,” she says. “It also harkens back to 70s-era pop, rock, and folk recordings. I thoroughly enjoyed producing this track, and I hope you enjoy listening.”

John Mailander’s Forecast’s new album, Let The World In, is out now on CD, vinyl, and digitally. Forecast is a Nashville-based collective of visionary musicians led by acclaimed performer, producer, composer, educator, and recording artist John Mailander. Known for his voice on the fiddle and other stringed instruments, Let The World In sees him adding keys and electronics into the mix.

Prepare to be enchanted as Sierra Ferrell, one of the most innovative voices in contemporary roots music, graces the Dillon Amphitheater on Friday, August 29, 2025, as part of her Shoot for the Moon Tour. With her magnetic artistry and unparalleled stage presence, Ferrell continues to redefine what it means to bridge timeless tradition and modern innovation.