Multi-Grammy and Oscar Award winner Jon Batiste has released his latest studio album, Beethoven Blues (Batiste Piano Series, Vol. 1), via Verve Records/Interscope. Marking the first installment in his new solo piano series, the project showcases his reinterpretations of some of Beethoven’s most iconic works, reimagined through an expansive and innovative lens.

R.O.A.M. by Ron Houston is no ordinary album—it’s a cathartic journey through the trials and triumphs of a life rebuilt. Described by John Flint of KSON as “an exorcism... songs of lessons learned from mistakes, remorse, sadness, and beauty,” this ten-track collection is now receiving the full release it truly deserves.

Ropeadope Records is thrilled to announce the release of Love and Forgetting, a collaborative album by British producer HUW and pianist/composer Richard X Bennett, set to drop on December 6, 2024. This unique project offers a downtempo, jazz-inspired journey of transformation—a blissed-out beat tape laced with heart, soul, and sonic alchemy.

The Black Spectrum Theatre Co. is thrilled to announce a special one-night-only event as part of its renowned Dinner Theatre Series, featuring performances by acclaimed spoken word artist Gha’il Rhodes Benjamin and Grammy-nominated recording artist Jonathan Butler. This unforgettable evening will take place on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the Black Spectrum Theatre, located in Roy Wilkins Park (177-01 Baisley Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11434).

Acclaimed American rock band Blackberry Smoke has released their first-ever holiday song, “Come Go with Us,” available now via 3 Legged Records. Listen/share HERE.

Whether on archaeological digs or translating medieval poetry, the past has always served as a north star for banjo player, songwriter, and author Max Wareham. When it came time for Wareham to record his debut album of banjo-forward tunes, his commitment to the early innovators of the instrument took center stage.

Country superstar and multiple Grammy Award winner Dwight Yoakam has released his first new album in nine years, Brighter Days, available now via Via Records/Thirty Tigers. Listen HERE.

In anticipation of the release, Yoakam unveiled three singles: “I’ll Pay The Price,” “Wide Open Heart,” and “I Don’t Know How to Say Goodbye (Bang Bang Boom Boom)” featuring Post Malone. Watch and share the video HERE.

Recorded during their sold-out, three-night headline debut at Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium this fall, Live At The Ryman captures The Red Clay Strays’ electrifying live performances. The album spans their catalog, including fan-favorite “Ramblin’,” which they performed earlier this week on Jimmy Kimmel Live! (Watch/Share HERE.).

Sweet Relief Musicians Fund is proud to announce the launch of the John Langenstein Fund, a dedicated effort to support an individual who has been a cornerstone of the live music industry for nearly four decades. John Langenstein’s extraordinary career includes working with iconic artists such as Jackson Browne, Phish, and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, as well as contributing to some of the most notable music festivals and events in the world.

One of Béla Fleck and Abigail Washburn's favorite holiday traditions is back! The dynamic banjo duo is spreading festive cheer with their annual holiday card exchange. Sign up now through Saturday, November 30th at 11:59 PM EST to receive a special holiday card directly from the Fleck-Washburn clan to your home.

And, if the holiday spirit moves you, send a card in return! Béla and Abigail love hearing from fans and friends around the world.