The Allman Betts Band is an American rock group that burst onto the scene in 2018. This ensemble is a family affair, featuring the sons of two founding members of the legendary Allman Brothers Band: Devon Allman (son of Gregg Allman) and Duane Betts (son of Dickey Betts). Their lineup is further enriched by slide guitarist Johnny Stachela, bassist Justin Corgan, keyboardist John Ginty, and drummers John Lum and Alex Orbison (son of the iconic Roy Orbison).

I didn’t plan on going to the Sphere to see Dead and Company (a.k.a. “Dead & Co.”) during their months-long “Dead Forever” residency. But after missing U2 and Phish during the inaugural year of the high-tech Las Vegas arena, it was high time I went to check out the uber-visual experience. It doesn’t hurt that Dead & Co.

The Tedeschi Trucks Band is unique: a 12-member ensemble of extraordinary musicians, playing the music they want to play, sustaining a productive schedule of recording and live performance, and thrilling ever-growing audiences all along the way.

Have you ever had one of those cocktails known as the Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster, a drink so overwhelming that it’s like "having your brains smashed out by a slice of lemon wrapped round a large gold brick”?

With the release of their third album, One More Lifetime, there is no doubt that Jorma Kaukonen and John Hurlbut are hitting their stride. And to be honest, the proper review of this album is, “Kick back in the sweet spot of sound, close your eyes, and take the ride. This album speaks for itself.” Hell, it’s Jorma on an acoustic, need I say more? Yes! Because one cannot take this journey without thoughts arising, memories being had, and emotions felt. The unmistakable sound of experience is all pervasive.

For the last 20 years, Lake Street Dive has proven to be not only a perfect fixture for Rachael Price to display her instantly recognizable vocals but also a standout in modern pop culture. Forming in 2004 in Boston, they have come a very long way. Spending their younger years inside a dive bar on Lake St. in Minneapolis, the Bryant Lake Bowl inspired their clever and catchy name. This band has been something special since the beginning.

"'Cause your soul’s sweet song’s still singin’,” Susan Tedeschi sang in the Tedeschi Trucks Band set opener on May 31, a heartwarming song of hope and a tribute to the late band keyboardist Kofi Burbridge, who passed away five years back. The 12-piece ensemble’s performance was musically elegant, dazzling, and exciting. Myriad layers and complexities of melodies, rhythms, and extended jams merged and blossomed during each song.

Michael Franti and Spearhead were back at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre last night, delivering a wonderful evening of musical messages enveloped in a hip-shaking rock and roll show! Franti’s globally conscious lyrics and respect for our planet and one another were as present as the giant monoliths that cradle the audience beneath them. His voice speaks of life's truths, and no matter how joyous or hard they can be to hear sometimes, they must be heard.

The hottest tickets in San Francisco this week were for My Morning Jacket's four-night run at The Fillmore. Currently on tour playing amphitheaters and music festivals, the Kentucky-based quintet drew fans from far and wide for this special and relatively intimate event, with a promise of no repeats and a guarantee of serious shreds.

Billy Strings brought a unique and electrifying energy to the Windy City, transforming the Allstate Arena into a bluegrass haven on Friday, May 24, 2024. From the moment the doors opened, the atmosphere buzzed with anticipation. Chicago’s own bluegrass legends, the Henhouse Prowlers, kicked off the evening, entertaining a vibrant crowd of tie-dyed fans and setting the perfect tone for the night.