Jam-grass pioneers Leftover Salmon are spending the Thanksgiving holiday in Denver and treating fans with 2 shows. After the pumpkin pie has been carved, founding members Drew Emmitt and Vince Herman will take the stage with Greg Garrison (bass), Bill McKay (keys), Jose Martinez (drums) and new addition Andy Thorn (banjo).

Members of the Leftover Salmon fan-club can purchase advance tickets on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 10 am MT through www.leftoversalmon.com. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Saturday, September 10th at 10 am MT through www.axs.com and at the Ogden Theatre box office.

Conscious Alliance will hold a food drive at both concerts. Fans will receive a commemorative poster if they bring 10 cans of food or more to the show.

Leftover Salmon previously announced a four-date tour of the Northeast (a region that the band will play for the first time in 8 years this fall) and a four-date New Year’s run up the West Coast. Over their 21+ year career, Leftover Salmon has earned a reputation as one of the most memorable and engaging concert experiences to ever hit the road.

For more information on Leftover Salmon, please visit: www.leftoversalmon.com.

This Friday, September 16, The Festy Experience invites you to a special online meet-and-greet and listening party on Turntable.fm with The Infamous Stringdusters! The event takes place from 4 to 6 p.m. EDT on the Turntable.fm site. The specific link and Turntable.fm room name will be announced at 3 p.m. EDT on Friday through The Festy’s Facebook and Twitter accounts, so make sure you are following us! In the Festy Experience Room, members of The Infamous Stringdusters will be spinning songs from artists playing at The 2011 Festy Experience as well as deep tracks from their catalog. Everyone is welcome to tune in and listen, as well as chat with the Stringdusters and members of The Festy team. Feel free to ask questions or submit your requests! ABOUT THE FESTY EXPERIENCEThe 2nd annual Festy Experience (www.thefesty.com) will take place October 7th - 9th, 2011 at the Concert Grounds at Devils Backbone in Nelson County, VA. Curated by bluegrass-bending group The Infamous Stringdusters, The Festy revolves around the essential festival elements of good music, local sustenance, and the great outdoors. Weekend passes are $114 and are on sale now. ABOUT THE INFAMOUS STRINGDUSTERSThe Infamous Stringdusters are at the forefront of an exciting movement in bluegrass music. They wield an expansive repertoire touching on masters from Jimmy Martin to John Hartford, but their strength lies in their original compositions, proficiency on their instruments and extended improvisation that makes every performance completely unique. The live Stringdusters experience is anti-formulaic, groove friendly, and mind‐expanding ‐not your granddaddy's bluegrass -unless your granddaddy was Jerry Garcia. ABOUT TURNTABLE.FMTurntable.fm is an extremely exciting music discovery and social networking tool that launched earlier this summer. If you have not checked it out, you only need to be logged into Facebook to join. Every Turntable.fm user has their own account where you can upload your own music, customize your avatar, and play songs in a virtual chat room with friends and strangers in real time. The room can vote on every song the three to five DJs are spinning with an "Awesome" or "Lame" vote. Too many lames, and the DJ gets booted. Now that's service! For more information on The Festy Experience or to purchase tickets, please visit www.thefesty.com

Storyteller-musician-activist-cyclist-Kentuckian Ben Sollee is heading into the studio this week to lay down tracks for his 3rd studio record release, Half-Made Man. The album will feature musicians Carl Broemel (My Morning Jacket), Jeremy Kittel (Turtle Island String Quartet) and Sollee’s right hand man, percussionist Jordon Ellis.“In lieu of having a single producer-type character in the studio,” explains Sollee, “I've taken the approach that, if you have a few great musicians sitting in a room, and you give them room to play, amazing things will happen.” He continues, “In the past, I've performed, arranged, scored, conducted, chauffeured, catered, and done all the other things that needed to be done. This time, I'm here to make music with some great musical friends… that's it.”Half-Made Man is being recorded with engineer Kevin Rattermann (My Morning Jacket's Circuital) in Louisville, KY at an old parishioner's house. And thanks to a supportive fan-base, a PledgeMusic Campaign will fund the album’s promotional budget. In just 48 hours, fans helped Sollee reach his goal by scooping up preordered copies of Half-Made Man, handwritten lyrics, bicycle cymbals, and even a once-worn “Cosby” sweater. 10% of the campaign’s proceeds go to Oxfam America and items are still available. Visit http://bit.ly/wv8S2d for more info and to preorder the album.Half-Made Man is slated to release in early fall.

DeLuna Fest is proud to announce the dates for their 3rd annual Pensacola Beach music and arts festival.  On September 21st, 22nd and 23rd, 2012, festival and music fans will come together to enjoy three days of world-class concerts, activities and Gulf Coast lifestyle.A limited number of discounted 3-day weekend passes to the 2012 festival will go on-sale at 9 am CT on March 1st at the early bird price of $99.95. Fans can purchase their tickets at www.DeLunaFest.com.DeLuna Fest will again celebrate their 2012 festival with stages located on the sugar white sands of Pensacola Beach, FL.  The event offers music enthusiasts and beach lovers an unparalleled end-of-summer festival experience featuring over 50 bands and musicians. Previous DeLuna Fest performers have included Willie Nelson, Jane’s Addiction, Stone Temple Pilots, Weezer, 311, The Shins, Big Boi and Girl Talk. The 2012 lineup will be announced soon.Located on Santa Rosa Island, one of the longest barrier islands in the world, Pensacola Beach features open-air restaurants, old Florida hangouts, natural beaches, and outdoor activities. Thousands of hotel rooms, condos and beach houses are located within walking distance to DeLuna Fest with many hotel rooms actually overlooking the festival site! Festival attendees are encouraged to explore the Gulf Islands National Seashore plus take advantage of the island’s hiking, biking, boating, snorkeling, and fishing opportunities. Come see why TripAdvisor names Pensacola Beach one of the country’s top 10 beaches.More information about DeLuna Fest can be found at www.delunafest.com

Genre-bending improv-rock band Perpetual Groove are back on the road and are proud to announce the PGroove v. 2.012 spring tour. Rejoining the collective is original keyboardist, Matt McDonald. The band will celebrate the reunion of McDonald to the group with a busy east coast touring schedule followed by dates to kick off the summer festival season.

McDonald left the collective in 2008 to focus on his growing family. He returns with fresh enthusiasm after a more than three-year sabbatical. "It's quite obvious that the four of us are meant to be making music again together as Perpetual Groove,” comments McDonald. “This is not a return to a previous sound or way of doing things, this is a new era for all of us."

Perpetual Groove's musical improvisation skills are a defining element in their ambitious compositions. Their original sound pulls from jazz, neo-psychedelic, electronica, RnB, and progressive rock. As highly proficient musicians, Perpetual Groove fluidly leads their audience through various moods and genres of sounds topping off the performance with a striking lighting experience.

After 10+ years of relentless touring, the Athens-based collective are known as a consummate favorite in the jam band scene and at music festivals. PGroove, as their fans affectionately know them, will begin this festival season with performances at the SweetWater 420 Fest and Wakarusa. They will also headline their own music festival, Amberland, in La Fayette, GA during Memorial Day Weekend May 25th - 28th.

For more information on Perpetual Groove or to purchase tickets to their spring shows, please visit their website.
 
Perpetual Groove Spring Tour Dates:

3/1/12 - Crowbar Live - Tampa, FL
3/2/12 - Culture Room - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
3/3/12 -  Culture Room - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
3/10/12 - Jefferson Theater - Charlottesville, VA
3/15/12 - Baltimore Soundstage - Baltimore, MD
3/16/12 - The Hamilton - Washington, DC
3/17/12 - The Blockley - Philadelphia, PA
3/20/12 - Higher Ground - South Burlington, VT
3/21/12 - Jillians of Albany - Albany, NY
3/22/12 - Middle East Upstairs - Cambridge, MA
3/23/12 - Middle East Upstairs - Cambridge, MA
3/24/12 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY
3/29/12 - Sun Music Hall - Floyd, VA
3/30/12 - The National - Richmond, VA
3/31/12 - Lincoln Theatre - Raleigh, NC
4/7/12 - The Ciderhouse - Knoxville, TN
4/13/12 - Neighborhood Theatre - Charlotte, NC
4/19/12 - Legends - Boone, NC
4/20/12 - Sweetwater 420 Fest - Atlanta, GA
4/28/12 - Georgia Theatre - Athens, GA
5/25/12 - Amberland XI - LaFayette, GA
5/31/12 - Wakarusa - Ozark, AR

Tomorrow, Thursday, March 1st at 9 am, DeLuna Fest will offer a limited number of early bird tickets for sale. Fans will be able to purchase discounted general admission and VIP Beach Club three-day passes online at www.DeLunaFest.com. The 3rd annual DeLuna Fest will take place September 21-23 on the sugar white beaches of Pensacola Beach, FL and will feature world-class rock, country, indie, and New Orleans’ musicians and bands.DeLuna Fest VIP Beach Club passes provide exclusive access to stage viewing, food and beverage specials, and more. Early bird general admission passes are $99.95 plus service fees and early bird VIP Beach Club passes are $449.95 plus service fees. Supply for both general admission and VIP passes at the early bird price are limited and likely to sell out.DeLuna Fest offers music enthusiasts and beach lovers an unparalleled end-of-summer festival experience featuring over 50 bands and musicians. Located on Santa Rosa Island, one of the longest barrier islands in the world, Pensacola Beach features open-air restaurants, old Florida hangouts, natural beaches, and outdoor activities.More information about DeLuna Fest can be found at www.delunafest.com

Perpetual Groove will celebrate Amberland XI Music and Arts Festival, their annual Memorial Day weekend festival, on May 25th - 27th, 2012. The three-day event returns to Cherokee Farms in LaFayette, GA. Festival hosts Perpetual Groove headline the weekend with additional performances from some of their favorite artists including Moon Taxi, The Heavy Pets, Consider the Source, and Under the Porch.“It started off as a backyard party,” explains guitarist and lead vocalist Brock Butler, “and we take pride in maintaining that original enthusiasm and preserving the intimacy that makes it so special. Amberland fans take this time every year not only to enjoy the music, but also to reunite with friends and family.”Camaraderie and good humor guide Perpetual Groove to create some of the unique festival activities that their fans have grown to love. This year, attendees are invited to dress in costume for each of the festival’s theme nights as well as take part in Amberland’s inaugural “Perpin’ and Potluck” festivity on Saturday night. Following tradition since the very first festival, Brock Butler will perform a two-hour Sunday morning acoustic set known as Brockfast. And to keep the mind, body and spirit aligned, Amberland XI offers Saturday and Sunday morning yoga sessions. Tickets to Amberland XI are available online for $75 plus service fees through the Amberland website and Eventbrite ticketing service. Passes include three days of music, activities, tent camping, shaded areas, showers, food vendors and a general store. Amberland will celebrate its 11th annual event with the return of keyboardist Matt McDonald, who took a hiatus from the band in 2008 to focus on his growing family. Matt’s return signals a new era for the collective whose musical improvisation skills are defining element in their compositions. Pulling from jazz, neo-psychedelia, electronica, RnB and progressive rock, PGroove (as their fans affectionately refer to them) are a highly proficient group of musicians that fluidly lead their audiences through various moods and genres. For more information on Amberland XI, or to purchase tickets, please visit the website. For information on Perpetual Groove, or to purchase tickets to their spring shows visit: http://www.pgroove.com

Jomeokee Music & Arts Festival is excited to announce the dates for their first event to be held at the Jomeokee Campground in Pinnacle, North Carolina. For three-days, September 14th – 16th, 2012, music fans are invited to revel in the sounds of Americana, funk, folk, jam, string, blues and world music while taking in the majestic Pilot Mountain scenery.  Jomeokee Fest is the spin-off of southeast festival staples Smile Fest and Head Jamz and will feature a stage curated by bluegrass legend Del McCoury. A full lineup will be announced in April. A limited number of discounted general admission weekend passes to the 2012 festival went on sale today, March 29th at 12 pm ET at the early bird price of $105. Early bird VIP passes are also available and include premiere stage viewing, preferred camping options, a car camping pass, two meet & greet artist receptions and more. Tickets may be purchased at www.jomeokeefest.com Located inside a natural amphitheater, Jomeokee Music & Arts Festival features two side-by-side stages showcasing alternating sets of live music. On one stage, Del McCoury will be showcasing top notch bluegrass, string and Americana music, while the second stage invites fans to get their groove on for sets featuring collectives of funk, jam and world music. Jomeokee is a family friendly festival featuring artist workshops, tent and RV camping, a kids’ zone and more. Jomeokee is a family friendly event. Kids 12 and under can attend for free. For more information about the Jomeokee Music & Arts Festival, and to purchase early bird tickets, visit www.jomeokeefest.com

DeLuna Fest is proud to announce the 2012 lineup for their third annual music and beach festival. Headliners Pearl Jam and Foo Fighters will be joined by Florence and the Machine, Band of Horses, Dwight Yoakam, Ben Folds Five, Guided By Voices, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Band of Skulls, The Wood Brothers and many more. DeLuna Fest is heralded as the ultimate end-of-summer music festival experience, taking place September 21 – 23 on the white sands of Pensacola Beach, FL. Tickets go on sale today, Tuesday, April 17th, at 8 am CT/ 9 am ET at www.delunafest.com. More bands, including a third headliner, will be announced in the coming months. A confirmed lineup is listed below. DeLuna Fest hosts four stages, with two rising directly out of the sand, on the water’s edge of the Gulf of Mexico. Featuring a top-notch musical assortment of national headliners and regional favorites, DeLuna Fest is an easy to get to vacation destination with thousands of hotel rooms, condos and beach houses in close proximity. Accessible by car and boat, and located only 15 minutes from the Pensacola Regional Airport, Trip Advisor names Pensacola Beach one of the country’s top 10 beaches. The festival’s tropical location fused with top-tier talent and a bevy of festival activities and amenities prompted 2011 headliner Perry Farrell, front-man for Jane’s Addiction, to call DeLuna Fest the “best kept secret in America.” And Popmatters says, “DeLuna Fest is an experience not to be missed.” A shuttle service will be available for attendees traveling from downtown Pensacola or staying on either end of Pensacola Beach’s Santa Rosa Island. Other amenities on the festival site include two open-air Florida restaurants, mini-golf, a sports lounge with big screen TVs, assorted vendors, and more. Families are welcome; kids 10 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult.A limited quantity of advance price festival weekend passes are available for $159.95 and go on sale today at www.delunafest.com through Front Gate Tickets. Once tickets at the advance price level are sold-out, passes will then go on sale at the regular price of $199.95. VIP ticket packages are also available online for $649.95. VIP pass holders enjoy premier stage viewing, access to the VIP Beach Club Lounge and more. For information on DeLuna Fest including lodging, shuttle services and VIP packages, visit www.delunafest.com.WHAT:                                  DELUNA FEST 2012WHEN:                                 FRI., SEPTEMBER 21 – SUN., SEPTEMBER 23, 2012WHERE:                              CASINO BEACH BLVD., PENSACOLA BEACH, FL 32561TICKETS:                            $159.95 3-DAY GA PASS / $649.95 VIP PASSTICKETS AVAILABLE AT:  delunafest.frontgatetickets.comFESTIVAL WEBSITE:         http://www.delunafest.com CONFIRMED ARTISTS INCLUDE: Pearl JamFoo FightersFlorence And The MachineBand Of HorsesDwight YoakamBen Folds FiveGuided By VoicesDJ Jazzy JeffThe Joy FormidableThe Gaslight AnthemThe WallflowersSuperchunkJoan Jett And The BlackheartsBad BrainsCity And ColourBand Of SkullsThe Wood BrothersWalker HayesKermit Ruffins And The Barbecue SwingersMike DoughtyThe Corin Tucker BandRebirth Brass BandFishboneIvan Neville’s DumpstaphunkThe SilosMotoponyAnders OsborneTwothirtyeightBoneramaThe ParlotonesBen SolleeWashboard Chaz w/ Tin MenEric LindellMishkaCharmaine NevilleChris Thomas KingLights ResolveAntoine KnightThe VillainsKitt LoughHip KittyThe GillsDeadly Fists Of Kung-FuPalomaDLPPioneers! O Pioneers!

Indie-folk cellist Ben Sollee will release Live at the Grocery on Home on May 1, 2012. Joined by fiddle player Casey Driessen and percussionist Jordon Ellis, the album was recorded over a four-night residency at the Grocery on Home in Atlanta, GA and features live interpretations of songs from Sollee’s studio releases. A limited edition pressing of the physical album will be independently released with a focus on local connections. A summer tour kicks off with a record release party in Louisville, KY and includes a five-day bicycle ride for climate awareness.
 
The intimate setting of Grocery on Home provided the ideal atmosphere for capturing the vibe of Sollee’s live performances. “There's no way to truly convey what happens between the audience and performer in a live show. Each night has its own personality,” says Sollee. “A live record can help share the experience with others, but certainly cannot replace it.”
 
Sollee’s continuous effort to make “merch that matters” contributed to the making of Live at the Grocery on Home. Louisville’s Hound Dog Press crafted a limited quantity of artisan letterpress album covers for the release which will be available for sale exclusively through the regional Heine Brothers Coffee chain, on Sollee’s live tour route, and online at www.bensollee.com. The album will also be available for purchase digitally through iTunes and various online retailers.
 
Sollee’s summer tour kicks off on May 1st with a record release party for Live at the Grocery on Home at Kentucky’s Heine Brothers Coffee. Located at 1449 Bardstown Road in Louisville, the free event begins at 7 pm. Continuing with a string of Southeast dates, Sollee will then embark on a five-day/ 300-mile bike ride from New York, NY to Washington, DC to raise awareness and support for sustainable energy solutions, bike advocacy, and environmental causes. The ride concludes with a performance by Sollee at the U Street Music Hall in DC. More information about the Climate Ride can be found at http://www.climateride.org
 
Ben Sollee Current Summer Tour Dates
May 1 – Heine Brothers Coffee/ Live album release - Louisville, KY (Bardstown Rd./ 7 pm)
May 2 – Loveless Cafe Barn - Nashville TN (Music City Roots)
May 4 – Park Tavern - Atlanta GA (Upper Chattahoochee River Keeper Awards)
May 5 – The Square Room - Knoxville, TN
May 10 – Kings - Raleigh, NC
May 11 – Asheville Music Hall - Asheville, NC
May 19 – 23rd - Climate Ride - New York, NY to Washington, DC
May 23 – U Street Music Hall - Washington, DC
May 24 – Lincoln Hall - Chicago, IL
May 25 – The Majestic - Madison, WI
May 26 – Radio Radio - Indianapolis, IN
June 16 – Red Clay Theatre - Duluth, GA
June 20 – World Cafe Live - Wilmington, DE
June 21 – Rockwood Music Hall - New York, NY
June 23 – Ingraham House - Bristol, CT

Toubab Krewe’s CARNAVALITO, a two-day mini-fest, has been announced to take place at the Pisgah Brewing Company in Black Mountain, NC on Friday, July 13th and Saturday, July 14th, 2012. The outdoor event will feature headlining sets from Toubab Krewe as well as a different roster of supporting bands and DJs each day including Donna the Buffalo, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Rayna Gellert and DJ Chalice. DJ Equal will top off both nights with indoor late night sets. A shuttle system is conveniently available to travel between a local campground and the event. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, a KOA campground is located just one mile from the venue. CARNAVALITO attendees are encouraged to stay for the weekend and receive a 10% discount on tent and RV camping with the code PB. All sites come equipped with water and electricity. View the map and reserve camping spaces online through http://koa.com/campgrounds/asheville-east. Shuttles will be traveling between the campground and venue as well as between downtown Asheville and the Pisgah Brewery. Look for shuttle details coming in May at www.pisgahbrewing.com. Tickets are $41 (two-day admission) and $26 (one-day admission) and go on sale Wednesday, May 1st through the Pisgah Brewing Company event site (pisgahbrewing.com/events). VIP packages will also be available for $76 (two-day VIP admission) and $51 (one-day VIP admission) and include early entry to the event, a private guided brewery tour and tasting, preferred stage viewing, and more. All attendees who purchase a two-day ticket by July 1, 2012 will receive an unreleased Toubab Krewe summer EP and a Toubab Krewe beverage koozie. CARNAVALITO is a family friendly event. Kids ages 10 and under are free with a ticketed adult. On Saturday, children of all ages will dance to the rhythms and rhymes of Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, aka “The king of kid-hop.” Toubab Krewe will donate one dollar from every CARNAVALITO ticket purchased to Instruments for Africa, a not-for-profit organization that aims to empower underprivileged and at-risk youth in Mali through the preservation of traditional music and arts. Toubab Krewe and Instruments for Africa have launched a campaign to build the Krewe House, a music school project set to break ground in 2013. For more information, visit http://instruments4africa.wordpress.com.  July 13th Lineup - Gates open at 6:00 PMToubab KreweIvan Neville’s DumpstaphunkDJ ChaliceDJ Equal (Indoor Stage - Late Night) July 14th Lineup - Gates open at 3:00 PMToubab KreweDonna the BuffaloSecret Agent 23 SkidooRayna GellertDJ ChaliceDJ Equal (Indoor Stage - Late Night)

Jomeokee Music & Arts Festival will proudly announce on Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 the lineup for their first annual event to be held at the Jomeokee Campground in Pinnacle, North Carolina. Set against the majestic scenery of Pilot Mountain, Jomeokee Fest (September 14th - 16th, 2012) will host live performances from Americana, funk, folk, jam, string, blues and world music bands and musicians. As previously announced, the two-stage event will feature a stage curated by bluegrass legend Del McCoury and include two-sets from Yonder Mountain String Band.  Early bird tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased for $105 online. Early bird tickets will no longer be available after Monday, May 7th. Tickets will then go on sale online at the advanced price of $125 on Tuesday, May 8th at 9:00 am EST. VIP tickets are also available for $275 and will include premiere stage viewing, preferred camping options, a car camping pass, two meet & greet artist receptions and much more. A full list of VIP amenities can be found at www.jomeokeefest.com. Located inside a natural amphitheater, Jomeokee Music & Arts Festival features two side-by-side stages showcasing alternating sets of live music. On one stage, Del McCoury will be showcasing top notch bluegrass, string and Americana music, while the second stage invites fans to get their groove on for sets featuring collectives of funk, jam and world music. Jomeokee is a family friendly festival featuring artist workshops, tent and RV camping, a kids’ zone and more. Night owls can expect all-star collaborations with picking and singing around a campfire. For more information about the Jomeokee Music & Arts Festival, and to purchase tickets, visit www.jomeokeefest.com

Music legend Willie Nelson is scheduled to perform at the Jomeokee Park Amphitheater in Pinnacle, NC on June 16th, 2012. This is Nelson’s first (and possibly only) North Carolina performance for 2012. The concert will be a unique Nelson experience with the Jomeokee Campground stage set in a natural outdoor amphitheater with a view of Pilot Mountain.Tickets are $40 in advance and will go on sale to the general public on May 10th, 2012 at 9 AM EST through www.eventbrite.com and www.willienelson.com. Willie Nelson Fan Club members may purchase tickets during a presale held on May 8th and 9th. VIP tickets are also available in advance for $85 and include early entry, preferred viewing, premier parking, a limited edition concert poster, and more.Jomeokee Park is located in Pinnacle, NC less than 30 minutes northwest of Winston-Salem, NC. Set inside a natural amphitheater overlooking Pilot Mountain, the venue has a rich history of hosting concerts and festivals. Who: Willie NelsonWhen: Saturday, June 16, 2012Where: Jomeokee Park Amphitheater140 Places Place Road, Pinnacle, NC 27403Time: Gates at 5:30 PM/ Show at 7:30 PMTickets: $40 advance/ $45 doors/ $85 VIPPurchase Tix: www.eventbrite.com/ www.willienelson.com

Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival is proud to announce the 2012 lineup for their 1st annual music and camping festival. Del McCoury Band, Stephen Marley and Yonder Mountain String Band will be joined by Keller Williams with the Travelin’ McCourys, Jimmy Herring Band, Lettuce, The Everyone Orchestra (Conducted by Matt Butler and featuring Jimmy Herring (Widespread Panic), Al Schnier & Vinnie Amico (moe.), Michael Kang (The String Cheese Incident), George Porter Jr. (Meters), Jennifer Hartswick (Trey Anastasio Band), and more!), The Emmitt-Nershi Band, Midnite, and many more! Jomeokee Fest will take place September 14 – 16 in Pinnacle, NC in a natural amphitheater overlooking majestic Pilot Mountain. Tickets go on sale today, Tuesday, May 8th, at 9 am ET at www.jomeokeefest.com. A confirmed lineup is listed below. More acts and activities will be announced.

Jomeokee Music & Arts Festival features two side-by-side stages showcasing alternating sets of live music. On one stage, bluegrass legend Del McCoury has curated a lineup of top-notch bluegrass, string and Americana performances, while the second stage focuses on sets featuring collectives of funk, jam and world music. Attendees will be treated to 2 sets each from the McCoury Family, Yonder Mountain String Band, and The Everyone Orchestra.

Jomeokee is a family friendly festival featuring artist workshops, tent and RV camping, a kids’ zone, late night campfire jams and more. Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult. Limit 2 kids per adult.

A limited quantity of advanced price festival weekend passes are available for $125 and go on sale today at http://jomeokeemusicfest.eventbrite.com through Eventbrite. Once tickets at the advance price level are sold-out, passes will then go on sale for regular price of $145. VIP ticket packages are also available online for $300. VIP pass holders enjoy premier stage viewing, artist meet and greets, dedicated camping area, relaxation lounge, and more.

For information on Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival including ticketing, location and VIP packages, visit www.jomeokeefest.com.

WHAT: JOMEOKEE MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL 2012
WHEN: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 – SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2012
WHERE: JOMEOKEE CAMPGROUND, PINNACLE, NC
TICKETS: $125 3-DAY GA PASS / $300 VIP PASS
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: http://jomeokeemusicfest.eventbrite.com/
FESTIVAL WEBSITE: www.jomeokeefest.com

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CONFIRMED ARTISTS INCLUDE:

Del McCoury Band (2x)

Stephen Marley

Yonder Mountain String Band (2x)

Keller and the Travelin’ McCourys

Jimmy Herring Band

Lettuce

The Everyone Orchestra feat. Michael Kang (The String Cheese Incident), Al Schnier & Vinnie Amico (moe.), Jimmy Herring, Jeff Sipe, Jennifer Hartswick (Trey Anastasio Band), George Porter Jr., and more! (2x)

Emmitt–Nershi Band

Midnite

Floodwood

Larry Keel and Natural Bridge

All-Star Bluegrass Jam feat. members of Del McCoury Band, Yonder Mountain String Band, The String Cheese Incident, Leftover Salmon, Acoustic Syndicate and more! (2x)

The Broadcast

Invisible III

DeLuna Fest has added 10 more acts to their September 21 – 23, 2012 lineup. The newest artist additions include Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, Bob Mould plays COPPER BLUE, Trampled by Turtles, Blackberry Smoke, OFF! and Red Kross. Also added to the lineup are late night DJ sets from Diplo, 12^th Planet, Paper Diamond and AC Slater. Last month, the third annual music festival hosted on Pensacola Beach announced headliners Pearl Jam and Foo Fighters with Florence and the Machine, Band of Horses, Dwight Yoakam, Ben Folds Five, Guided By Voices, DJ Jazzy Jeff and many more. A third headliner will be announced in mid-June. For a complete listing of artists announced so far, see below.

DeLuna Fest offers a diverse mix of genres for varying musical tastes. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jimmy Cliff’s career spans nearly 50 years and his set will only enhance the tropical Gulf Coast backdrop. Fans of '90s alternative rock band Sugar are in for a treat: Bob Mould and current bandmates Jason Narducy and Jon Wurster will perform Sugar's 1992 debut Copper Blue in its entirety. And DeLuna Fest veteran Diplo returns to headline the late night DJ sets for those who want to continue the dance party.

DeLuna Fest is heralded as the ultimate end-of-summer music festival experience. With four stages, two rising directly out of the sand, DeLuna Fest is located on the water’s edge of the Gulf of Mexico. Accessible by car and boat, and located only 15 minutes from the Pensacola International Airport, DeLuna Fest is an easy-to-get to vacation destination with thousands of hotel rooms, condos and beach houses in close proximity.

A shuttle service is available for attendees traveling from downtown Pensacola or staying on either end of Pensacola Beach’s Santa Rosa Island. Advance unlimited-ride shuttle passes are now available for $30 through delunafest.frontgatetickets.com. Other amenities on-site at DeLuna Fest include two open-air Florida restaurants, mini-golf, a sports lounge with big screen TVs, assorted vendors and more.

A limited quantity of advanced price festival weekend passes are available for $159.95 and can be purchased at www.delunafest.com. Once tickets at the advanced price level are sold-out, passes will then go on sale at the regular price of $199.95. VIP ticket packages are also available online for $849.95. VIP pass holders enjoy premier stage viewing, access to the VIP Beach Club Lounge and more.

For information on DeLuna Fest including lodging, shuttle services and VIP packages, visit www.delunafest.com.

WHAT:                                          DELUNA FEST 2012
WHEN:                                          FRIDAY, SEPT 21 – SUNDAY, SEPT 23, 2012
WHERE:                                        CASINO BEACH BLVD., PENSACOLA BEACH, FL
TICKETS:                                      $159.95 ADV 3-DAY GA PASS / $849.95 VIP PASS
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:           delunafest.frontgatetickets.com
FESTIVAL WEBSITE:                   http://www.delunafest.com

CONFIRMED ARTISTS INCLUDE: 
Pearl Jam
Foo Fighters
Florence And The Machine
Band Of Horses
Jimmy Cliff
Dwight Yoakam
Ben Folds Five
Diplo
Guided By Voices
DJ Jazzy Jeff
The Joy Formidable
The Gaslight Anthem
The Wallflowers
Superchunk
Bob Mould plays COPPER BLUE
Joan Jett And The Blackhearts
Bad Brains
City And Colour
Trampled By Turtles
Band Of Skulls
OFF!
The Wood Brothers
Walker Hayes
Redd Kross
Kermit Ruffins And The Barbecue Swingers
12^th Planet
Blackberry Smoke
Mike Doughty
The Corin Tucker Band
Paper Diamond
Rebirth Brass Band
Fishbone
Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk
The Silos
Motopony
Anders Osborne
Twothirtyeight
AC Slater
Bonerama
The Parlotones
Ben Sollee
Washboard Chaz w/ Tin Men
Eric Lindell
Mishka
Charmaine Neville
Chris Thomas King
Lights Resolve
Antoine Knight
The Villains
Kitt Lough
Hip Kitty
Deadly Fists Of Kung-Fu
Paloma
DLP
Pioneers! O Pioneers!

Manifestivus will celebrate their 10th anniversary this year in Cabot, VT. Curated by Toubab Krewe, Manifestivus is a “local festival with a global vibe” featuring an eclectic lineup of international musicians in a Vermont country setting. The festival takes place August 17th & 18th and will feature headlining sets by Toubab Krewe each night. Toubab Krewe bassist and Cabot native David Pransky founded Manifestivus in 2002.
 
The festival, which “manages to punch above its weight by attracting top international talent," (National Geographic.com) takes place on the 93-acre Pransky family farm in a town just shy of 250 residents. Just six hours north of New York City, and three hours from Boston or Montreal, the site boasts hiking trails, swimming ponds and woodland forest. Manifestivus offers on-site camping, yoga, West African dancing and drumming, community art projects and local crafts, healthy living seminars, workshops, costume theme nights, various culinary vendors, and cross-cultural immersion.
 
Within Manifestivus is the Mini-festivus catering to the 200+ children that attend the festival each year. The family friendly environment introduces younger generations to music and different cultures from all around the world. The Mini-festivus features arts and crafts, puppets, storytelling, a bouncy house, an instrument-making workshop, roaming performers and of course live music performances. Kids 13 and younger are free when accompanied by a paid adult.
 
Manifestivus attendees are “young, old, local, and international; the perfect mix of generations and personalities” says Performer Magazine. “[It's] the most no drama, upbeat and down-to-earth backyard party… with tons of world music and interesting international and local acts.”
 
Performers at this year’s Manifestivus include Jamaican reggae artists Rootz Underground, Congolese soukous musician Diblo Dibala (who is also known as "Machine Gun" for his speed and skill on the guitar), vocalist Awa Sangho from Mali, Brooklyn Afrobeat collective Zongo Junction, and more! A lineup of currently confirmed artists is below and more artists will be announced.
 
Advanced price tickets go on sale today at noon ET. General admission advanced price two-day passes are $55. Tickets will then move to the regular price of $65 on June 15th, and can be purchased for $80 at the gate. Manifestivus will donate a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales to Toubab Krewe's School House Krewe Project, which is raising funds for the construction of a music school in Bamako, Mali. More information can be found at www.instruments4africa.org
 
For information on Manifestivus, visit: www.manifestivus.com  



WHAT:                                    MANIFESTIVUS X
WHEN:                                   FRIDAY, AUGUST 17 – SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2012

WHERE:                                 234 PRANSKY RD., CABOT, VT, 05647
TICKETS:                               $55 2-DAY GA PASS (until June 15th)

FAMILY TICKETS:                  KIDS 13 & UNDER FREE WITH PAID ADULT
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:       http://manifestivus10.eventbrite.com
FESTIVAL WEBSITE:            http://www.manifestivus.com
 
CONFIRMED ARTISTS INCLUDE:

Toubab Krewe
Diblo Dibala (Senegal)
Rootz Underground (Jamaica)
Elastic Bond (Miami, FL)
Awa Sangho (Mali)
Zongo Junction (Brooklyn, NY)
Barika (Burlington, VT)
Fear Nuttin Band (Springfield, MA)
Ila Mawana (Boston, MA)
Voodoo Fix (Los Angeles, CA)
Benyoro (New York, NY)
Kat Wright and the Indomidable Soul Band (Burlington, VT)
Afinque  (Burlington, VT)

Two-time Grammy Award winners and multi-platinum artists Zac Brown Band have been added to the 2012 DeLuna Fest lineup. Set upon the sandy white beaches of Pensacola Beach, FL, Zac Brown Band will take DeLuna Fest’s oceanfront main stage the weekend of September 21 – 23, 2012. Also joining the lineup are Fitz and the Tantrums, Honey Island Swamp Band, The Canvas Waiting, Astronautalis, High On Fire, Brass-A-Holics and a Sunday Gospel Brunch set from The Legendary JCs. A daily schedule of music as well as additional amenities and activities are yet to be announced.Providing more than 60 bands of diverse mix and genre, DeLuna Fest offers a festival experience unlike any other. Attendees are invited to rock the beach with previously announced headliners Pearl Jam and Foo Fighters, raise a cold beverage in toast to reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, and relish in the warm ocean breezes and sounds of Florence and the Machine, Band of Horses, Dwight Yoakam, and Ben Folds Five. Cap off each night with beachside dance parties hosted by DJ Jazzy Jeff, Diplo, and more. See below for a complete listing of artists.Heralded as the ultimate end-of-summer music festival experience, DeLuna Fest boasts four stages, two rising directly out of the sand, and is located on the water’s edge of the Gulf of Mexico. Accessible by car and boat, and located only 15 minutes from the Pensacola International Airport, DeLuna Fest is an easy-to-get to vacation destination with thousands of hotel rooms, condos and beach houses in close proximity.A shuttle service is a convenient option for attendees traveling from downtown Pensacola or staying on either end of Pensacola Beach’s Santa Rosa Island. Advance unlimited-ride shuttle passes are currently available for $30 through delunafest.frontgatetickets.com. Other amenities on-site at DeLuna Fest include two open-air Florida restaurants, mini-golf, a sports lounge with big screen TVs, assorted vendors and more.Tickets at the advance price of $159.95 are almost sold out and are available in limited supply at www.delunafest.com. Once tickets at the advanced price level are sold-out, passes will then go on sale at the regular price of $199.95. VIP ticket packages are also available online for $849.95. VIP pass holders enjoy premier stage viewing, access to the VIP Beach Club Lounge and more.For information on DeLuna Fest including lodging, shuttle services and VIP packages, visit www.delunafest.com.

Toubab Krewe’s CARNAVALITO, a two-day mini-fest, is taking place at the Pisgah Brewing Company in Black Mountain, NC on Friday, July 13th and Saturday, July 14th, 2012. Two eco-friendly transportation options are available with a shuttle running between Asheville, Pisgah Brewing Company and the KOA campground. Free admission for kids and special activities encourage families to attend. Toubab Krewe is also proud to announce special guest, Roosevelt Collier (The Lee Boys) on pedal steel will be joining them on stage both nights.

The outdoor event will feature headlining sets from Toubab Krewe with special guest Roosevelt Collier, as well as a different roster of supporting bands and DJs each day including Donna the Buffalo, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Rayna Gellert and DJ Chalice. DJ Equal will top off both nights with indoor late night sets. Music begins at 7:00 PM on Friday and 4:00 PM on Saturday. Tickets are $41 (two-day admission) and $26 (one-day admission) and are on sale through the Pisgah Brewing Company event site (pisgahbrewing.com/events). VIP packages are available for $76 (two-day VIP admission) and $51 (one-day VIP admission) and include early entry to the event, a private guided brewery tour and tasting, preferred stage viewing, and more.

CARNAVALITO is a family friendly event. Kids ages 10 and under are free with a ticketed adult. On Saturday, children of all ages will dance to the rhythms and rhymes of Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, aka “The king of kid-hop.” Kids will also have a chance to play and interact with Moog instruments provided by the Bob Moog Foundation. Hooping Hearts will provide a hula hooping area, and patrons can relax in hammocks provided by Eagle Nest Outfitters while eating an ice cream cone from The Hop Ice Cream. Other food vendors include Barleys, Lowdown Food Truck and Rosetta's.

Daily round-trip shuttles are now available for $15 from Asheville and $7 from the Swannanoa KOA campground and can be purchased through the Pisgah Brewing Company event website (http://pisgahbrewing.com/events). The Asheville shuttle pick-up is located at Ingles, 915 Merrimon Ave., at 6 PM Friday, July 13th, and 3 PM Saturday, July 14th. Shuttles returning to Asheville leave Pisgah Brewing Company at midnight both days. The KOA shuttles will arrive at the main office for pick-up at approximately 6:30 PM on Friday, July 13th, and 3:30 PM on Saturday, July 14th. Shuttles returning to KOA will depart Pisgah Brewing Company at 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM both nights.

Biking enthusiasts can participate in Tour de Toubab, a leisurely community ride organized by Asheville on Bikes to raise awareness for a greenway. The ride goes from downtown Asheville on Friday to the KOA campground in Swannanoa. On Sunday after two days of music, Tour de Toubab participants bike back to Asheville. As a courtesy, camping equipment can be transported to KOA with an RSVP to the Facebook event. Visit http://ashevilleonbikes.com/ride-to-toubab-krewes-carnivalito for more details.

A KOA campground nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains is located just one mile from the venue. CARNAVALITO attendees are encouraged to stay for the weekend and receive a 10% discount on tent and RV camping with the code PB. All sites come equipped with water and electricity. View the map and reserve camping spaces online through http://koa.com/campgrounds/asheville-east.

Toubab Krewe will donate instruments and one dollar from every CARNAVALITO ticket purchased toward the Africa Krewe House, a music school project set to break ground in 2013. For this campaign, Toubab Krewe joined forces with Instruments for Africa, a not-for-profit organization that aims to empower underprivileged and at-risk youth in Mali through the preservation of traditional music and arts. For more information, visit http://instruments4africa.wordpress.com.

July 13th Lineup - Gates open at 6:00 PM
Toubab Krewe with special guest Roosevelt Collier
Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk
DJ Chalice
DJ Equal (Indoor Stage - Late Night)

July 14th Lineup - Gates open at 3:00 PM
Toubab Krewe with special guest Roosevelt Collier
Donna the Buffalo
Secret Agent 23 Skidoo
Rayna Gellert
DJ Chalice
DJ Equal (Indoor Stage - Late Night)

DeLuna Fest is pleased to announce the daily lineup of artists scheduled at its September 21-23, 2012 beachside festival. Attendees heading to DeLuna Fest will be treated to music from national headliners and Grammy award winners of rock, country, reggae, bluegrass, New Orleans funk, electronica and more performing on stages overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. A complete daily schedule is below. Also, due to high demand, DeLuna Fest is now offering a payment plan for fans looking for a flexible budgeting option.
 
DeLuna Fest Festival Schedule:
Friday, September 21, 2012 – Pearl Jam, Dwight Yoakam, Ben Folds Five, Guided By Voices, DJ Jazzy Jeff, The Gaslight Anthem, City And Colour, Trampled By Turtles, Band Of Skulls, 12^th Planet, Fishbone, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Honey Island Swamp Band, AC Slater, Eric Lindell, Chris Thomas King, Brass-A-Holics, Astronautalis, Deadly Fists Of Kung-Fu, Pioneers! O Pioneers!
 
Saturday, September 22, 2012 – Foo Fighters, Band Of Horses, Jimmy Cliff, Diplo, The Joy Formidable, Joan Jett And The Blackhearts, Bad Brains, OFF!,Walker Hayes, Kermit Ruffins And The Barbecue Swingers, Mike Doughty, Paper Diamond, The Silos, Motopony, Anders Osborne, The Parlotones, Washboard Chaz w/ Tin Men, The Canvas Waiting, Lights Resolve, Antoine Knight, Kitt Lough, Paloma
 
Sunday, September 23, 2012– Zac Brown Band, Florence And The Machine, Fitz and the Tantrums, The Wallflowers, Superchunk, Bob Mould plays COPPER BLUE, The Wood Brothers, Redd Kross, Blackberry Smoke, The Corin Tucker Band, Rebirth Brass Band, Twothirtyeight, Bonerama, Ben Sollee, Legendary JC’s, Mishka, Charmaine Neville, The Villains, Hip Kitty, DLP
 
Starting today, DeLuna Fest will offer a payment plan for tickets. General admission and VIP passes to the festival can now be made in 2 easy payments. 3-day passes purchased under the payment plan will be charged 50% of the base ticket price plus service fees at the time of purchase. Then, the remaining 50% of the base ticket price will be charged on the final payment date of August 21^st. The last day to order tickets under the payment plan will be August 2^nd.
 
DeLuna Fest is the ultimate end-of-summer music festival experience with more than 60 bands of diverse mix and genre on four stages, two rising directly out of the sand, on the water’s edge of the Gulf of Mexico. Accessible by car and boat, and located only 15 minutes from the Pensacola International Airport, DeLuna Fest is an easy-to-get to vacation destination with thousands of hotel rooms, condos and beach houses in close proximity.
 
A shuttle service is a convenient option for attendees traveling from downtown Pensacola or staying on either end of Pensacola Beach’s Santa Rosa Island. Advance unlimited-ride shuttle passes are currently available for $30 through delunafest.frontgatetickets.com. A complete shuttle schedule and map is coming soon.
 
For information on DeLuna Fest including lodging, shuttle services and VIP packages, visit www.delunafest.com.

WHAT:             DELUNA FEST 2012
WHEN:             FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 – SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2012
WHERE:          CASINO BEACH BLVD., PENSACOLA BEACH, FL 32561
TICKETS:         $199.95 REGULAR 3-DAY GA PASS / $849.95 3-DAY VIP PASS
PURCHASE:   delunafest.frontgatetickets.com
WEBSITE:        http://www.delunafest.com

Del McCoury and Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival are proud to announce the “Jam with Del McCoury at Jomeokee Fest” YouTube contest. Musicians are encouraged to submit a video of themselves jamming, soloing and shredding to win the chance of playing onstage with bluegrass legend Del McCoury at the first annual Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival this September 14-16, 2012. One winner will receive 2 artist credentials to Jomeokee Fest and a once in a lifetime opportunity of playing in front of a live audience alongside the Del McCoury Band. “This is an exciting chance for a fan to take part in a special performance with our friends,” says Del McCoury. “I love festivals that give a you family reunion feel; a big party with friends that you don’t get to see that often. That’s what Jomeokee Fest is shooting for!” He continues, “They gave me a whole stage to treat like a pickin' party at my house!”To enter, musicians must submit and upload a live performance video to the Jomeokee Fest YouTube channel www.youtube.com/jomeokeefest. Video entries must be less than two minutes in length. Entrants are asked to submit videos that showcase their skill. Video entries do not have to be of a full song - feel free to edit a previous performance that showcases a solo or particularly engaging moment. All instruments are encouraged to apply, but keep in mind: the winner will be performing with a band comprised of mostly acoustic instruments, therefore, heavy effects are discouraged. The sound for the video must be from the original recording, videos with an audio track overlaid will not be considered. The contest is open to all ages and entries must be received by August 10, 2012. A panel of judges, which will include Del McCoury, will choose one grand-prize winner and two runners-up. The winners will be announced on August 17th. In addition to playing a song with the Del McCoury Band at Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival, the grand-prize winner will receive two artist passes with access to premium camping during the festival. Runners-up will receive a Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival poster signed by the Del McCoury Band. Full contest rules are available on the Jomeokee Festival website http://jomeokeefest.com/jam-with-del-contest/.

Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival is pleased to announce additional artists to its first annual festival lineup. Patterson Hood & the Downtown Rumblers, the Captain Midnight Band, and The Danberrys have joined the lineup and Melvin Seals (Jerry Garcia Band) and Jeff Sipe have been added to a stellar cast performing a unique Everyone Orchestra set. Tickets to the September 14th - 16th Jomeokee Fest are currently on sale at www.jomeoketefest.com.

Jomeokee Fest strives to create a collaborative spirit throughout the festival and on its stages. Bluegrass legend Del McCoury has teamed up with the festival to curate acts performing on one of Jomeokee’s stages and will be bringing friends, family and not-to-miss new acts. Also, Jomeokee Fest is proud to present two very special sets that bring together some of the country’s best players of funk, rock, jam and bluegrass. Jomeokee fans will be treated not only to an all-star bluegrass jam, but also to a set from the Everyone Orchestra. Conducted by Matt Butler, this special incarnation of the EO will feature Jimmy Herring (Widespread Panic), Melvin Seals (Jerry Garcia Band), Al Schnier & Vinnie Amico (moe.), Michael Kang (The String Cheese Incident), George Porter Jr. (Meters), Jennifer Hartswick (Trey Anastasio Band), Jeff Sipe, members of Lettuce, and more!

Jomeokee Fest, a music and camping festival, is set inside a natural amphitheater overlooking Pilot Mountain, at the Jomeokee Campground in Pinnacle, NC. The festival features two side-by-side stages showcasing alternating sets of first-class live music including two sets each from The Del McCoury Band and Yonder Mountain String Band plus performances from Stephen Marley, Keller Williams and the Travelin' McCourys, Lettuce, Emmitt-Nershi Band, and more!  A confirmed lineup is listed below.

This fall, composer, cellist, cyclist, activist Ben Sollee will release Half-Made Man, a new studio album out September 25th, 2012 on Sollee’s own Tin Ear Records, distributed by Thirty Tigers. The album features Sollee’s signature sound of cello-infused blue-eyed-soul and is his most personal and adventurous release to date. With the enlistment of a diversely talented cast of friends, Half-Made Man explores the intimate and honest musings of a man reflecting on the world around him. In support of the album, Sollee will embark on an east coast tour with more dates to be announced.Sollee’s self-produced fourth studio album features guitarist Carl Broemel (My Morning Jacket), fiddle player Jeremy Kittel (Turtle Island Quartet), bassist Alana Rocklin (STS9), percussionist Jordon Ellis and guest vocalist Abigail Washburn. Sollee began the process with only an outline: simple song structures that would become Half-Made Man. Then, Sollee encouraged his guests to layer their individual fingerprints upon the project in Kevin Ratterman’s (My Morning Jacket’s Circuital) Louisville, KY studio; the result is a raw, energy-driven album created over the course of just two weeks.“I dug deep into myself and asked the musicians to go there with me,” says Sollee. “It won’t be easy to place this album in one category, but I, and my generation, are measured by a little bit of everything these days.”Adding to Sollee's grassroots, do-it-yourself approach, the funding for Half-Made Man was crowd-sourced through a PledgeMusic campaign, which surpassed the target goal in less than 48 hours.Known for his dynamically intoxicating live performances, Sollee will hit the road on a national headlining tour in support of Half-Made Man this fall.  But first, Ben will hit the summer festival circuit with stops at High Sierra, Forecastle, and Newport Folk festivals.  Following Newport, Sollee and the crew will once again load their gear on their bikes for The Road From Newport Folk ®: Ben Sollee on tour. on bike., a week-long journey from Newport to Portland, ME.To listen to tracks from Half-Made Man, and for more information about Ben Sollee and his upcoming tour dates visit: www.bensollee.comBen Sollee Fall Tour Dates 9/21                  Knoxville, TN                 Square Room9/22                  Atlanta, GA                    Terminal West9/23                  Pensacola, FL               DeLuna Fest9/25                  Ponte Vedra, FL            Ponte Vedra Music Hall9/28                  Carrboro, NC                 Cat's Cradle9/29                  Asheville, NC                 Orange Peel10/5 & 10/6      Louisville, KY                  Headliners Music Hall10/11                Danville, KY                    Norton Center10/12                Oberlin, OH                    Cat in the Cream Coffeehouse at Oberlin College10/14                Ann Arbor, MI                 Blind Pig10/16                York, PA                          Capitol Theatre10/17                Philadelphia, PA             Theatre of Living Arts10/18                Boston, MA                     Brighton Music Hall10/20               Washington, DC              U Street Music Hall

Manifestivus Festival is pleased to announce Luis Guzmán as the official Master of Ceremonies for its 10th annual festival held August 17 & 18 in Cabot, VT. Along with MC Guzmán, Manifestivus have added 14 more acts including late night DJs Sabo, Marc Remillard, Chris Pattison, Ben Arsenal, and Worldtown, performance artists The Human Canvas, and Vermont bands Funkwagon, SEROTHEFT and TallGrass GetDown to its globally infused lineup. Tickets to the “local festival with a global vibe” are currently on sale here.  A complete lineup is listed below. More activities and amenities are yet to be announced. MC Luis Guzmán is a family friend of the Manifestivus founders and resides in the North East Kingdom with his family. The comedian and actor has been a staple in films over the years, and is best known for his character roles in Boogie Nights and Carlito’s Way. Guzmán’s comedic wit is bound to be an entertaining addition to the daily festival activities. Hosted by Toubab Krewe, Manifestivus features an eclectic lineup of international musicians in a Vermont country setting. Toubab Krewe bassist and Cabot native David Pransky founded Manifestivus in 2002. The festival takes place on the 93-acre Pransky family farm located just six hours north of New York City, and three hours from Boston or Montreal. Manifestivus offers on-site camping, yoga, West African dancing and drumming, community art projects and local crafts, healthy living seminars, workshops, costume theme nights, various culinary vendors, and cross-cultural immersion. Two-day passes are $65 in advance and $85 at the gate. Manifestivus will donate a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales to Toubab Krewe's School House Krewe Project, which is raising funds for the construction of a music school in Bamako, Mali. www.instruments4africa.org  CONFIRMED ARTIST LINEUP:*Just addedToubab Krewe (Asheville, NC)Diblo Dibala (Senegal)Rootz Underground (Jamaica)Elastic Bond (Miami, FL)Awa Sangho (Mali)Zongo Junction (Brooklyn, NY)Barika (Burlington, VT)Fear Nuttin Band (Springfield, MA)Ila Mawana (Boston, MA)Voodoo Fix (Los Angeles, CA)Benyoro (New York, NY)Kat Wright and the Indomidable Soul Band (Burlington, VT)Afinque  (Burlington, VT)*The Human Canvas (Burlington, VT)*groundfood (Montreal)*Funkwagon (Burlington, VT)*SEROTHEFT (Burlington, VT)*TallGrass GetDown (Johnson, VT) LATE NIGHT DJ SETS FROM:SaboMarc RemillardBen ArsenalWorldtownChris PattisonJustin R.E.M.2kDeep CrewRekkonNomsterVJ Mervin Spooner

Perpetual Groove have unveiled the dates for their “Fend For Your Life” fall 2012 Tour. Following a busy spring and festival season, the band hits the road with dates throughout the East Coast and Colorado, plus 2-night runs in Charleston, Boston and New York. The Athens based band will celebrate Halloween in Baton Rouge with a "Heroes and Villains" theme event, and will ring in the New Year close to home in Atlanta, GA. Earlier this year, PGroove reunited with original keyboardist Matt McDonald and embarked on a renewed era of live performances. Though constantly evolving, their music always maintains a rock and roll attitude with driving momentum. They approach "Fend For Your Life" with an energized voice, synchronized with a newly designed light show. Perpetual Groove 2.0 is in effect. For more information on Perpetual Groove or to purchase tickets to their fall shows, please visit http://www.pgroove.com Perpetual Groove Fall Tour Dates8/3                     Crossroads Live                       Huntsville, AL8/4                     Asheville Music Hall                 Asheville NC8/16                   The Lincoln Theatre                Raleigh, NC8/25                   Southern Brewers Fest           Chattanooga, TN8/31                   The Handlebar                        Greenville, SC9/2                     Dark Star Jubilee                    Legend Valley, OH9/6                     The National                           Richmond, VA9/7                     Cat’s Cradle                            Carrboro, NC9/13                   GATA’S                                   Statesboro, NC9/14                   The Pour House                      Charleston, SC9/15                   The Pour House                      Charleston, SC9/19                   Church                                   Boston, MA9/20                   Church                                   Boston, MA9/21                   Brooklyn Bowl                         New York, NY9/22                   Brooklyn Bowl                         New York, NY9/25                   Higher Ground                        Burlington, VT9/26                   Stage One                              Fairfield, CT9/27                   The Hamilton                         Washington, DC9/28                   The Blockley                           Philadelphia, PA9/29                   8x10                                       Baltimore, MD10/6                   Ziggy’s                                    Winston-Salem, NC10/25                 Jupiter Theatre                        Tuscaloosa, AL10/26                 Workplay Theatre                    Birmingham, AL10/27                 Majestic                                  Fayetteville, AR10/31                 The Varsity Theatre                 Baton Rouge, LA11/3                   Ciderhouse                              Knoxville, TN11/8-11/12         Bear Creek                              Live Oak, FL11/15                 The Georgia Theatre                 Athens, GA11/16                 The Blind Tiger                         Greensboro, NC11/17                 The Neighborhood Theatre        Charlotte, NC11/29                 Jannus Live                              St. Petersburg, FL11/30                 The Culture Room                    Ft. Lauderdale, FL12/1                   The Freebird                             Jacksonville, FL12/6                   Three20South                          Breckenridge, CO12/7                   The Fox Theatre                       Boulder, CO12/8                   The Bluebird Theatre                Denver, CO12/31                 Center Stage                            Atlanta, GA

DeLuna Fest is proud to support the USO by donating a portion of proceeds from festival ticket sales. Taking place on the sandy white beaches of Pensacola, FL, September 21 - 23rd, DeLuna Fest highly regards its tie with the Gulf Coast military community which hosts one of the largest military populations in the country. DeLuna Fest began their relationship with the USO, a non-profit that benefits America’s troops and their families, in 2011 with a festival donation. This year, the USO will receive $1 donation from each admission ticket purchased to DeLuna Fest, with a minimum donation of $10,000.“DeLuna Fest is thrilled to be able to give back to a community of people who give so much of themselves,” says DeLuna Fest Managing Partner, Scott Mitchell. “The military is such a large part of Pensacola and its history; this relationship with the USO is a natural fit.”Discounted tickets will be available regionally to the men and women who serve in our armed forces, their family members and all DoD civilian employees in the Gulf Coast region. USO Northwest Florida encompasses 3 USO Centers and supports 9 major Military installations throughout the Florida Panhandle.For information on DeLuna Fest including ticketing, lodging, and shuttle services, visit www.delunafest.com About the USOThe USO (United Service Organizations) lifts the spirits of America’s troops and their families millions of times each year at hundreds of places worldwide. We provide a touch of home through centers at airports and military bases in the U.S. and abroad, top quality entertainment and innovative programs and services. We also provide critical support to those who need us most, including forward-deployed troops, military families, wounded warriors and their families and the families of the fallen. The USO is a private, nonprofit organization, not a government agency. We rely on the generosity of our volunteers and donors.  In addition to individual donors and corporate sponsors, the USO is supported by President’s Circle Partners: American Airlines, AT&T, Clear Channel, Kangaroo Express, Kroger, Lowe’s, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Procter & Gamble, and TriWest Healthcare Alliance and Worldwide Strategic Partners: BAE Systems, The Boeing Company, The Coca-Cola Company, Lockheed Martin, and Microsoft Corporation. We are also supported through the United Way and Combined Federal Campaign (CFC-11381).  To join us in this patriotic mission, and to learn more about the USO, please visit uso.org.

Ben Sollee is excited to announce that he will be performing at eTown's brand new facility, eTown Hall, on August 23rd, 2012 for an intimate evening of music and conversation. The concert will be taped in front of a live audience for future broadcast, and will also feature Australian songstress Missy Higgins. Sollee will perform songs from his upcoming release Half-Made Man, to be released on September 25th, 2012. Half-Made Man is Ben Sollee’s third full-length studio release, and will surely place him alongside the best artists of his generation. It features an impressive cast of musicians including Carl Broemel (My Morning Jacket) on guitar, Abigail Washburn on guest vocals, Jordon Ellis on percussion, Jeremy Kittle (formerly of the Turtle Island String Quartet) on violin, and Alana Rocklin von bass. Half-Made Man is Sollee’s most raw and personal album to date; it explores the relationships connected to being a father, husband, musician and human. Fresh from a whirlwind run at the Newport Folk Festival, Ben turned heads of critics and music fans alike with live songs from his new album, as well as his diversity and stamina as an enthusiastic collaborator on stage. Ben not only performed his own set, but also sat in with My Morning Jacket, Apache Relay, Trampled by Turtles, The Head and The Heart, and Carl Broemel.  Last month it was announced that Ben Sollee would embark on The Road From Newport: Ben Sollee on tour. on bike. - a week-long journey traveling on portions of the East Coast Greenway from Newport, RI to Portland, ME.  Ben’s musings and photos were turned into a road journal and published on TreeHugger.com. For more information on Ben, including fall tour dates, please visit www.bensollee.com

Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival is pleased to announce the daily lineup of artists scheduled at its September 14 – 16, 2012 festival. Attendees of the Pinnacle, NC festival will be treated to world-class bluegrass, Americana, jam, funk and reggae on side-by-side stages that frame majestic Pilot Mountain.
 
Patrons will say farewell to summer with camping, live music, late night campfire jams, children’s activities and artist workshops. Get to know and interact with Del McCoury, Patterson Hood, and Larry Keel on Friday, Drew Emmitt and Ronnie McCoury on Saturday, and Matt Butler and Jeff Sipe on Sunday in intimate pickin’ and grinnin’ sessions.

Gates will open for VIP ticket holders at 2 PM ET, Thursday, September 13^th. Gates open for general admission ticket holders at 9 AM ET, Friday, September 14^th.  The music begins at 1:30 PM ET on Friday, September 14^th and ends at 3:00 PM ET, Sunday, September 16^th. Festival attendees who wish to camp on Sunday night may purchase an extra night of camping for $25; otherwise, patrons must leave the festival grounds by 6:00 PM ET, Sunday, September 16^th.

Advance price general admission 3-day passes are currently on sale for $145 through www.jomeokefest.com. General admission passes will move to the regular ticket price of $155 on September 4^th. VIP packages featuring a Thursday night  pig picking, VIP lounge, ice cream socials and happy hours, artist meet and greets and more are also available online for $300. And for patrons looking for the ultimate in convenience, The Show Sherpa deluxe camping packages are available through www.theshowsherpa.com.

Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival Schedule:

Friday, September 14 – Stephen Marley, Yonder Mountain String Band, Keller Williams and the Travelin’ McCourys, Jimmy Herring Band, Patterson Hood Band, Floodwood, Larry Keel and Natural Bridge, Twin Cats, Invisible III and Captain Midnight Band

Saturday, September 15 - Del McCoury Band, Yonder Mountain String Band/All Star Bluegrass Jam, Lettuce, Everyone Orchestra with Jimmy Herring, George Porter Jr., Jennifer Hartswick, Michael Kang, Melvin Seals, Jeff Sipe, Al Schnier, Vinnie Amico and more., Emmitt-Nershi Band, Midnite, Floodwood, The Broadcast and The DanBerrys

Sunday, September 16 – Del McCoury Gospel Hour, Bluegrass Brunch Featuring the DanBerrys and Friends, and Reverbnation Contest Winner (TBD)

For information on Jomeokee Music and Arts Festival including ticketing, location and VIP packages, visit www.jomeokeefest.com.

DeLuna Fest is proud to announce the daily performance schedule for their third annual music and beach festival. Headlining the festival Friday, September 21st, Pearl Jam will be joined by Ben Folds Five, Gaslight Anthem, Trampled by Turtles and DJ Jazzy Jeff. Rounding out Saturday, September 22nd, Foo Fighters will headline, with Joan Jett, Jimmy Cliff, Joy Formidable, Band of Horses, Bad Brains and Diplo. Closing the festival on Sunday, September 23rd, Zac Brown Band is joined by Florence and the Machine and Fitz and the Tantrums. DeLuna Fest is also excited to announce the Red Bull MTX Stage which will be located near the Main Stage and will host a variety of DJ’s to keep fans dancing during stage changeover. A full daily schedule for more than 60 bands can be found on the DeLuna Fest website at: http://lineup.delunafest.com/schedule The Red Bull MTX Stage will showcase local and regional DJ artists including DJ Mr. Lao, Tony C, DJ D-Funk, Ram-Z, Davis Pratt, Megan Davis, Kosmonot, Trey Stein, Casualfunk and Bad Penny. Adding to the previously announced performances by DJ Jazzy Jeff, Diplo, Paper Diamond, 12th Planet and AC Slater, the Red Bull MTX Stage will help fill the appetites of Electronic Music fans. Featuring flat screen TV’s, performance speakers, and LED lights, the MTX Stage facilitates a dynamic and invigorating live dance party during set-breaks on the Main Stage. The Dock Stage Presented by Clear Channel will host a diverse variety of music throughout the weekend. The stage is centrally located inside an old-Florida open-air restaurant and will feature an open mic/ karaoke lounge. A popular destination for music discovery, The Dock will also showcase performances from burgeoning acts like The Woolly Bushmen, Maggie Rose, Chris Staples and Jon Pardi. With four stages, two rising directly out of the sand on the water’s edge of the Gulf of Mexico, DeLuna Fest offers the ultimate end-of-summer festival experience. The festival features a world-class lineup of national headliners and regional favorites plus unique amenities like the previously announced NBC Sports Group Lounge - Presented by MediaCom, mini-golf, assorted vendors, open-air restaurants and more. DeLuna Fest is accessible by car and boat, and located only 15 minutes from the Pensacola International airport.  A shuttle service will be available for attendees traveling from downtown Pensacola or staying on either end of Pensacola Beach’s Santa Rosa Island. Tickets are currently on sale through Front Gate Tickets for $199.95, and VIP ticket packages are also available online for $849.95. VIP pass holders enjoy premier stage viewing, access to the VIP Beach Club Lounge, private air-conditioned bathrooms and more. For information on DeLuna Fest including lodging, shuttle services and VIP packages, visit www.delunafest.com. WHAT:                                 DELUNA FEST 2012WHEN:                                 FRI., SEPTEMBER 21 – SUN., SEPTEMBER 23, 2012WHERE:                              CASINO BEACH BLVD., PENSACOLA BEACH, FL 32561TICKETS:                            $199.95 3-DAY GA PASS / $849.95 VIP PASSTICKETS AVAILABLE AT:   delunafest.frontgatetickets.com

The newest studio release from Ben Sollee is now available. Half-Made Man, Sollee’s self-produced fourth studio album, was released today on Sollee’s own Tin Ear Records and distributed by Thirty Tigers. The album features an exciting cast of musicians including guitarist Carl Broemel (My Morning Jacket), fiddle player Jeremy Kittel (Turtle Island Quartet), bassist Alana Rocklin, percussionist Jordon Ellis and guest vocalist Abigail Washburn.

In support of Half-Made Man’s release, Ben Sollee has embarked on a 30-date fall tour. The tour brings the cellist and his trio, which includes percussionist Jordon Ellis and bassist Luke Reynolds, to cities across the US. New dates announced today include stops in Texas, California and Colorado. A full listing of performances is below.

Read Grateful Web's review of Half-Made Man here.

Ben Sollee - 2012 Fall Tour Dates
* NEW TOUR DATES

Sep 21 - Knoxville, TN - Square Room
Sep 22 - Atlanta, GA - Terminal West
Sep 23 - DeLuna Fest - Pensacola, FL
Sep 25 - Ponte Vedra Music Hall - Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 
Sep 26 - The Pour House - Charleston, SC 
Sep 27 - The Stage Door - Charlotte, NC 
Sep 28 - Cat's Cradle - Carrboro, NC 
Sep 29 - Orange Peel - Asheville, NC 
Sep 30 - The Soapbox - Wilmington, NC 
Oct 05 - Headliners Music Hall - Louisville, KY 
Oct 06 - Headliners Music Hall - Louisville, KY 
Oct 11 - Norton Center - Danville, KY 
Oct 12 - Cat in the Cream Coffeehouse at Oberlin College - Oberlin, OH 
Oct 14 - Blind Pig - Ann Arbor, MI 
Oct 16 - Capital Theatre - York, PA 
Oct 17 - Theatre of the Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA 
Oct 18 - Brighton Music Hall - Boston, MA 
Oct 19 - StageOne - Fairfield, CT 
Oct 20 - U Street Music Hall - Washington, DC
Nov 01 - All Good Cafe - Dallas, TX*
Nov 02 - Fitzgerald's - Houston, TX*
Nov 03 - Cactus Cafe - Austin, TX*
Nov 06 - Club Congress - Tucson, AZ*
Nov 07 - Saint Rocke - Hermosa Beach, CA*
Nov 08 - Swedish American Hall - San Francisco, CA*
Nov 10 - Star Theater - Portland, OR*
Nov 11 - Tractor Tavern - Seattle, WA*
Nov 15 - The State Room - Salt Lake City, UT*
Nov 16 - Belly Up - Aspen, CO*
Nov 17 - Daniels Hall @ Swallow Hill - Denver, CO*

The newest studio release from Ben Sollee is now available. Half-Made Man, Sollee’s self-produced fourth studio album, was released today on Sollee’s own Tin Ear Records and distributed by Thirty Tigers. The album features an exciting cast of musicians including guitarist Carl Broemel (My Morning Jacket), fiddle player Jeremy Kittel (Turtle Island Quartet), bassist Alana Rocklin, percussionist Jordon Ellis and guest vocalist Abigail Washburn.

In support of Half-Made Man’s release, Ben Sollee has embarked on a 30-date fall tour. The tour brings the cellist and his trio, which includes percussionist Jordon Ellis and bassist Luke Reynolds, to cities across the US. New dates announced today include stops in Texas, California and Colorado. A full listing of performances is below.

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Ben Sollee - 2012 Tour Dates

Oct 05 - Headliners Music Hall - Louisville, KY 

Oct 06 - Headliners Music Hall - Louisville, KY 

Oct 11 - Norton Center - Danville, KY 

Oct 12 - Cat in the Cream Coffeehouse at Oberlin College - Oberlin, OH 

Oct 14 - Blind Pig - Ann Arbor, MI 

Oct 16 - Capital Theatre - York, PA 

Oct 17 - Theatre of the Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA 

Oct 18 - Brighton Music Hall - Boston, MA 

Oct 19 - StageOne - Fairfield, CT 

Oct 20 - U Street Music Hall - Washington, DC

Nov 01 - All Good Cafe - Dallas, TX*

Nov 02 - Fitzgerald's - Houston, TX*

Nov 03 - Cactus Cafe - Austin, TX*

Nov 06 - Club Congress - Tucson, AZ*

Nov 07 - Saint Rocke - Hermosa Beach, CA*

Nov 08 - Swedish American Hall - San Francisco, CA*

Nov 09 - Humboldt Brews - Arcata, CA*

Nov 10 - Star Theater - Portland, OR*

Nov 11 - Tractor Tavern - Seattle, WA*

Nov 15 - The State Room - Salt Lake City, UT*

Nov 16 - Belly Up - Aspen, CO*

Tomorrow, Thursday, October 11, 2012, indie-folk cellist Ben Sollee will kick off the official 2012 Vice Presidential Debate in his home state of Kentucky. Just before Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan square off inside Centre College’s Norton Center for the Arts, Sollee and his trio have the prestigious honor of performing on the campus’ main lawn. This historic event is free to attend.Ben Sollee is currently touring in support of his self-produced fourth studio album, Half-Made Man. The album features an exciting cast of musicians including guitarist Carl Broemel (My Morning Jacket), fiddle player Jeremy Kittel (Turtle Island Quartet), bassist Alana Rocklin, percussionist Jordon Ellis and guest vocalist Abigail Washburn. Remarks renowned author and journalist (and fellow Kentucky native) Silas House, Half-Made Man is “a revealing, deeply moving album that explores a man trying to figure himself out, just as we all are.”For more information on the 2012 Vice Presidential Debate Festival, please visit http://www.centre.edu/centredebate2012/festival.htmlFor more information on Ben Sollee, including current tour dates, please visit www.bensollee.comBEN SOLLEE TO OPEN THE VICE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE AT CENTRE COLLEGE

Toubab Krewe and John Brown’s Body have combined forces to take the Southeast by storm on their Holiday Hurricane Tour. With nine dates spanning from the Carolinas to Florida, 'dirty south meets West Africa' group Toubab Krewe and future roots band John Brown’s Body are proud to bring their roots influenced, dance friendly music to southern audiences in the close of 2012.Tickets for the Holiday Hurricane Tour go on sale today, Thursday, October 11, 2012, and can be purchased through all venue outlets. A full listing of dates and venues is below.Holiday Hurricane Tour Dates:11/27 - Visulite Theatre - Charlotte, NC11/28 - Blind Tiger - Greensboro, NC11/29 - Lincoln Theatre - Raleigh, NC11/30 - The Handlebar - Greenville, SC12/1 - The Pourhouse - Charleston, SC12/2 - High Dive - Gainesville, FL12/4 - Free Bird Live - Jacksonville, FL12/5 - Side Bar at The Engine Room - Tallahassee, FL12/6 - The State Theatre - Ft. Lauderdale, FL12/7 - The Plaza Live - Orlando, FL (John Brown’s Body solo)12/8 - The Culture Room - Fort Lauderdale, FL (John Brown’s Body solo)

Newgrass folk-rock pioneers Acoustic Syndicate are proud to announce new tour dates for the 2012 holiday season. Having just celebrated their 20th Anniversary this spring, the band will be closing a celebratory year with shows in Asheville, Raleigh and Charlotte, NC. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased through all venue outlets. A full listing of dates and venues is below.

Twenty years ago, folk-singer, world-troubadour and widely celebrated poet-activist Vusi Mahlasela, simply known as “The Voice”, recorded his first album, When You Come Back. The title-track instantly became an anthem in Vusi’s native South Africa as his country fought hard to end, and then heal, from the brutal Apartheid regime that had divided the country since 1948. In celebration of this milestone, Vusi will release Sing to the People – a live album recorded at the Lyric Theatre in Johannesburg and available online and in stores on January 8^th, 2013 through ATO Records in the US and on Vusi’s own label, VusiMuzi, in South Africa. A 14-date North American tour will follow – dates are listed below.  
Sing to the People contains joyful performances of songs recorded throughout the first twenty years of Vusi’s career as well as the visceral sounds of an audience responding to every familiar note. In the a capella intro to the song “When You Come Back,” Vusi’s signature and unmistakable bird-like voice soars “Sing Loud and SING TO THE PEOPLE.”  Although written nearly 25 years ago the meaning of the song has evolved but the prevailing theme remains the same. It’s a “call for humanity,” says The Voice. “I ask that we ‘give something to the world and not just take from it.’” The message is universal and remains relevant today.
 
This year, the SAMA Awards (South African Music Awards) honored Vusi with a Lifetime Achievement award to recognize his accomplishments both at home and abroad. The honor inspired the troubadour to take a look back and realize that what felt like a blink of the eye had nearly been two decades! In that time, Vusi had performed at Nelson Mandela’s inauguration; signed a record deal that would lead to seven studio albums; toured the world over and performed in front of audiences of diverse cultures; shared the stage with Dave Matthews Band, Sting, Natalie Merchant, Paul Simon, Ray LaMontagne and more; and helped ring in the World Cup at home in South Africa at Orlando Stadium.
 
Sing for the People will be available for preorder on November 27th through www.vusimahlasela.com.

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VUSI MAHLASELA WINTER TOUR SCHEDULE:

Jan. 30           Stanford, CA             Bing Concert Hall (at Stanford University) 
Jan. 31           Napa, CA                  Napa Valley Opera House
Feb. 1             Los Angeles, CA     The Mint
Feb. 2             Denver, CO              Daniels Hall
Feb. 4             Phoenix, AZ              MIM Music Theatre 
Feb. 7             Berea, KY                  Phelps Stokes Auditorium (at Berea College)
Feb. 8             Chapel Hill, NC        Memorial Hall, UNC Chapel Hill ^
Feb. 9             Charlottesville, VA   The Jefferson Theatre
Feb. 10          Washington, DC       The Hamilton
Feb. 11          Minneapolis, MN      Dakota Jazz Club
Feb. 12          Cedar Rapids, IA      CSPS 
Feb. 14          Des Moines, IA          Civic Center’s Temple Theatre 
Feb. 15          Madison, WI              The Sett (at University of Wisconsin Madison) 
Feb. 16          Chicago, IL                City Winery

^ with the Carolina Chocolate Drops

Cellist-songwriter-cyclist-activist Ben Sollee is no stranger to speaking his mind, so two weeks ago, he climbed the steps of Washington, DC’s Lincoln Memorial, sat down with his cello and sang. The act, filmed by Mason Jar Music, was a call to action for US citizens to get out and vote. Now, as we reflect on the effects of superstorm Hurricane Sandy, and look towards the November 6^th Presidential Election, Ben’s plea, for “A Few Honest Words” could not come at a more poignant time.
 
“Like nearly everyone,” explains Ben, “my attention this week has been focused on Sandy and all of her devastating effects on communities along the east coast. There are so many people dealing with fundamental challenges in their lives at this moment: food, shelter, clean water, etc. These are things that are not debatable or points of policy; they are human needs. And as the country inevitably shifts it's gaze back to the final stretch of the election, I'm hoping we can keep the human-to-human conversation going. That's what we truly need to sort through natural disasters, healthcare policy, education, or anything as a country. We are too often willing to sacrifice honest, sincere discussion for winning and losing teams. And everyone's voice is important! Performing in the Lincoln Monument was my way of expressing that desire. And, I still have the knot in my stomach to prove how intimidating it can be to speak out. So, please, if you only do one thing on Tuesday, VOTE!”

On February 5th, 2013, “Low Country Roots Rock” band Sol Driven Train will release Underdog. The album is a 10-song collection that captures the energy of this Charleston, SC band’s dynamic live show while serving as a culmination of their years together on the road. The result is Sol Driven Train’s most concise and song-oriented album to date. Averaging 150 live dates per year, Sol Driven Train will support the release of Underdog with a heavy 2013 tour schedule.Underdog is laced with consistent themes of “striving for balance within ourselves and our relationships at home,” says co-frontman and guitarist Joel Timmons. “The pursuit of our collective musical dreams and the need to cultivate healthy relationships and lifestyles at home are at the heart of many of the songs on Underdog. Struggle, spiritual growth, love and longing are all intertwined and have influenced the writing on this new album. We're proud of the result of these challenges and we hope to inspire the underdog within every listener.”Funded fully through fan support by Kickstarter and recorded at Charleston Sound, Underdog features Joel Timmons (guitar/ vocals), Ward Buckheister (trombone/ guitar/ vocals), Russell Clarke (saxophones/ vocals), Rusty Cole (bass/ vocals), Wes Powers (drums), and a cast of Charleston guest musicians including American Idol 2012 finalist Elise Testone. The album explores the diverse components of sounds found in American roots music from the gritty guitar rock licks of the opening title track, to the blues-tinged swing of “Changed Mind” and “I Do Declare”, and to the lighthearted observational lyrics laden with big brass hooks of “Guest List”, “Fuego! Fuego!” and “Lady from Chiang Mai."Sol Driven Train's live performances set them apart by combining upbeat melodies, Afro-Caribbean rhythms and a smokin' horn section with a jubilant stage presence. Featuring rotating lead vocalists and multi-instrumentalists, Sol Driven Train enjoy a unique musical identity already recognized by Charleston City Paper ("Rock Band of the Year" 2011 / “Jam Band of the Year” 2012) and others.For more information on Sol Driven Train including upcoming tour dates, please visit www.soldriventrain.com

John Brown's Body is proud to announce early 2013 tour dates in the Northeast and Colorado. The Boston / Ithaca based ‘Future Roots’ group will hit the road January 18th, 2013 for a string of shows spanning from Syracuse, NY to Vail, CO. Tickets can be purchased through all venue outlets. A full listing of dates and venues is below.John Brown’s Body Tour Dates:1/18 - Westcott - Syracuse, NY1/19  - Maxwell's - Hoboken, NJ1/24  - Putnam Den - Saratoga Springs, NY1/25 - Haunt - Ithaca, NY1/26 - Higher Ground - Burlington, VT2/8 - Aggie Theatre - Fort Collins, CO2/9 - Vail Mountain Games - Vail, COFor more information on John Brown’s Body, please visit http://www.johnbrownsbody.com

Perpetual Groove are proud to announce their “Ice Princess #9 Winter Strain 2.013” tour and the launch of a new website. PGroove will glide into the New Year with a string of shows throughout the Southeast and kick off New Year’s Eve in Atlanta, GA. January 2013 will find the group performing dates throughout the Gulf Coast states including Texas and gearing up for a busy year of cross country performances.With the start of a New Year and plans for an increased touring schedule, the band is proud to invite fans to visit their newly redesigned website featuring a more interactive and social community for www.pgroove.com. On the new website, fans are invited to explore the site’s #pginstafan feature which allows photos to be submitted via Instagram. Fans can submit pics for a chance to win VIP tickets and the opportunity to become an official photographer for the night with exclusive access to the band.After reuniting with original keyboardist Matt McDonald in early 2012 and hitting the road with new material and a cutting-edge light show, Perpetual Groove have enjoyed a busy and productive year. For 2013, PGroove will be adding “special acoustic” dates featuring the band in a stripped-down storytellers setting. “Special acoustic” sets include reworked versions of fan favorites and special covers. On the “Ice Princess #9” winter tour, the group’s January 27th date in San Marcos, TX will feature this exclusive arrangement.For more information on Perpetual Groove or to purchase tickets to their winter shows, please visit http://www.pgroove.com.Perpetual Groove Winter 2013 Tour Dates:12/28/12 - The Pour House - Charleston, SC12/29/12 - Cox Capitol Theatre - Macon, GA12/31/12 - Center Stage - Atlanta, GA1/17/13 - SkyBar Cafe - Auburn, AL1/18/13 - The Soul Kitchen - Mobile, AL1/19/13 - Vinyl Music Hall - Pensacola, FL1/20/13 - The Howlin’ Wolf - New Orleans, LA1/21/13 - Brewsky’s - Hattiesburg, MS1/24/13 - The Lyric - Oxford, MS1/26/13 - Stubbs BBQ - Austin, TX1/27/13 - Taxi’s (Special Acoustic Show) - San Marcos, TX1/31/13 - The Rev Room - Little Rock, AR2/2/13 - George’s Majestic Lounge - Fayetteville, AR2/15/13 - AURA Music & Arts Festival - Live Oak, FL2/22/13 - Lincoln Theatre - Raleigh, NC2/23/13 - Asheville Music Hall - Asheville, NC

World-troubadour and widely celebrated poet-activist Vusi Mahlasela is celebrating his two-decade long career milestone with the release of Sing to the People available online and in stores today, January 8th, 2013. The album was recorded live at the Lyric Theatre in Johannesburg, South Africa and features a joyous collection of songs written over Vusi’s impressive career.A feature article on Vusi set to print in the March issue of Relix Magazine reveals “classics like “When You Come Back” and the pensive lullaby “Ubuhle Bomhlaba” [from Sing to the People] still resonate with their original depth and urgency, while the infectious lilt of “Say Africa” (the title cut from his outstanding 2010 collaboration with Taj Mahal) speaks volumes about the universal appeal of Mahlasela’s art. Whether he’s serenading a hometown crowd or rocking a festival half a world away, there’s something inherently familiar, and familial, about how [Vusi] communicates with his fans.”Often known as “The Voice”, Vusi became a cultural icon with the release of “When You Come Back,” a song that quickly became an anthem in Vusi’s native South Africa as his country fought hard to end, and then heal, from the brutal Apartheid regime that had divided the country since 1948. Although written nearly 25 years ago, the meaning of the song has evolved but the prevailing theme remains the same. It’s a “call for humanity,” says Vusi. “I ask that we ‘give something to the world and not just take from it.’” The message is universal and remains relevant today.Sing to the People is currently streaming all this week on AOL Spinner’s “Listening Party.” Check it out here.

Toubab Krewe is proud to announce the dates for their Rocky Mountain High 2013 Tour. The 'dirty south meets West Africa' group kicks off their tour on March 21st in Boulder, CO with Reggae powerhouse See-I then continues with dates throughout Colorado, and stops in Utah, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Toubab Krewe is excited to bring their roots influenced, dance-friendly music back to audiences of the high altitudes of the West in early 2013.Tickets for the Rocky Mountain High 2013 Tour go on sale Monday, January 14, 2013. Tickets can be purchased through www.toubabkrewe.com and all venue outlets. A full listing of dates and venues is below.For more information on the Toubab Krewe, please visit http://www.toubabkrewe.com   Rocky Mountain High 2013 Tour Dates:3/21 Boulder, CO -- Fox Theatre (with See-I)3/22 Denver, CO -- Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom (with See-I)3/23 Winter Park, CO -- Ullrs Tavern (with See-I)3/24 Aspen, CO-- Belly Up Aspen (with See-I)3/27 Breckenridge, CO -- Three20South3/28 Avon, CO -- Agave3/29 Crested Butte, CO -- The Eldo3/30 Telluride, CO -- Fly Me To the Moon Saloon3/31 Salt Lake City, UT -- The State Room4/3 Garden City, ID -- Visual Arts Collective4/4 Missoula, MT -- The Top Hat4/5 Bozeman, MT -- Zebra Cocktail Lounge4/6 Jackson Hole, WY -- Pink Garter Theater

Southern tour-hounds Sol Driven Train are proud to announce the dates for their upcoming Underdog spring tour in support of their upcoming February 5th album release of the same name. The “Lowcountry Roots Rock” band will be bringing their horn-infused songs steeped with Afro-Caribbean rhythms to venues throughout the Southeast and Gulf Coast states including select dates with Tim Reynolds and TR3.On February 22nd, Sol Driven Train will be performing a hometown show at the Charleston Music Hall in celebration of their album release of Underdog. Everyone who attends the CD release party will receive a copy of the album and a portion of proceeds will go to benefit the Jerry Zucker Ride for Hope, an annual South Carolina fundraiser for cancer charities. Confirmed Underdog Spring Tour Dates**Opening for Tim Reynolds and TR32/7/2013              The Well                                      Knoxville, TN2/8/2013              Gottrocks                                     Greenville, SC2/15/2013            The Hamilton                               Washington, DC2/16/2013            Clementine                                  Harrisonburg, VA2/22/2013            Charleston Music Hall                   Charleston, SC2/23/2013            Soapbox                                       Wilmington, NC3/8/2013              Visulite Theatre                           Charlotte, NC3/9/2013              Smith’s Ole Bar                            Atlanta, GA3/10/2013            Capital Oyster Bar                        Montgomery, AL3/12/2013            Real Life Real Music Radio           The Woodlands, TX3/15/2013            Luna Live                                     Lake Charles, LA3/16/2013            Mid City Lanes                             New Orleans, LA3/17/2013            Happy Harbor                               Orange Beach, AL3/21/2013            The Bamboo Room                       Lake Worth, FL**3/22/2013            Skippers Smokehouse                  Tampa, FL**3/23/2013            Spirit of the Suwannee                Live Oak, FL3/24/2013            SpringJam                                    Charleston, SC3/30/2013            Hannah’s Haus                             Beaufort, NC4/12/2013            Down Home                                 Johnson City, TN4/13/2013            Albino Skunk Festival                   Greer, SC4/16/2013            The Melting Point                        Athens, GA4/18/2013            Funky Biscuit                               Boca Raton, FL4/19/2013            The Green Parrot                         Key West, FL4/20/2013            The Green Parrot                         Key West, FL4/21/2013            The Green Parrot                         Key West, FL4/23/2013            Paradise Bar & Grill                      Pensacola, FL

On the heels of a busy 2012, Perpetual Groove announced today on their website that the band will be taking an extended hiatus. All previously announced tour dates will continue as scheduled with the same live intensity and dynamic light show that PGroove have become known for. Their final show will take place in their hometown of Athens, GA at the Georgia Theatre on Friday, April 5th. Founding members Adam Perry, Albert Suttle and Matthew McDonald have posted a letter to fans on the band’s website along with a personal letter from front man Brock Butler.The decision to take a break from PGroove is one made out of mutual respect and well-being. “I’ve decided to take my leave from the band and touring... to take time for myself and to get my own home in order,” says Brock in his letter. He continues, “I can’t give any time frame on this break or a guarantee to return.” The band is steadfast in their support of their lead vocalist/guitarist as he takes time for himself and embarks on new endeavors.“It's stunning to look back on the last 10 years and 4 albums,” the band says in an official statement to fans in regards to their 11-year career together as an improv-rock band. “We are honored to have fans who love the music and who love one another, and proud to call so many of you both friends and fans.” In honoring the relationships the band has forged with their fans and community, several more March shows will be added and announced in the near future.According to the statement, although PGroove will be taking an extended break, the band assures fans that the music isn't over. Along with their thanks, bassist Adam Perry, drummer Albert Suttle and keyboardist Matthew McDonald are proud to announce the debut of a new project, Ghost Owl. Although the project is still in a “prototyping stage,” Ghost Owl is sure to contain core elements that have been at the heart of PGroove since the beginning.Dates for the new project have already been scheduled with more to be announced for the summer. To preview Ghost Owl, the group has released a “rough cut” for fans to check out http://bit.ly/106xdM8

This April, ALO and Ryan Montbleau Band are teaming up for an 8-date tour with shows throughout the Midwest and East Coast. A little bit of funk, a little bit of soul and a whole lot of groove have established both ALO and Ryan Montbleau Band as favorites on the live music scene, endearing them to fans from coast to coast. Bringing a vibrant blend of intelligent danceable grooves, California’s ALO and Massachusetts’ Ryan Montbleau Band will meet in the middle to kick off their trek in Milwaukee, WI and continue on through Chicago, New York and other major markets before landing in Philadelphia.Tickets for the ALO and Ryan Montbleau Band tour go on sale at noon (venue local time) on Friday, February 15, 2013 (except for their 4/20 Double Door show in Chicago which will go on sale at noon CT on Saturday, February 16, 2013). For fan club subscribers, advance tickets to all shows can be purchased on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at noon ET. Tickets can be purchased through all venue outlets. A full listing of dates and venues is below.ALO will also branch out for a few dates on their own including a headlining slot at the Some Kind of Jam Festival in Schuylkill Haven, PA and a stop at the end of the tour in Brighton, MA. Ryan Montbleau Band will perform a solo date in Saratoga Springs, NY on 4/26.ALO + Ryan Montbleau Band Tour Dates:4/18 -- Turner Hall, Milwaukee, WI4/19 -- Varsity Theater, Minneapolis, MN4/20 -- Double Door, Chicago, IL4/21 -- Beachland Ballroom, Cleveland, OH4/23 -- 8 x 10, Baltimore, MD4/24 -- Highline Ballroom, New York, NY4/25 -- Westcott Theater, Syracuse, NY4/26 -- Some Kind of Jam 8, Schuylkill Haven, PA4/26 – Putnam Den, Saratoga Springs, NY4/27 -- The Blockley, Philadelphia, PA4/28 -- Brighton Music Hall, Brighton, MA

Boston, MA / Ithaca, NY-based John Brown’s Body is proud to unveil a run of spring tour dates beginning April 12th, 2013. The ‘Future Roots’ group will play solo dates through the Northeast, and will reunite with Easy Star All-Stars in Brooklyn, NY, and later join SOJA to support in Philadelphia, PA. The band is pleased to present the inaugural BIG UPstate Reggae Festival held at Water Street Music Hall in Rochester, NY, on April 26th. JBB also returns home to Boston at The Paradise Rock Club April 27, where Dub Trio will open the evening. More information to come on the festival including a lineup announcement. Tickets can be purchased through all venue outlets. A full listing of dates and venues is below.For more information on John Brown’s Body, please visit http://www.johnbrownsbody.comJohn Brown’s Body Tour Dates4/12 -- Fete Ballroom, Providence, RI4/13 -- Sugarloaf Ski Resort, Carrabassett, ME4/19 -- Brooklyn Bowl, Brooklyn, NY+4/20 -- GrassRoots Shakori Hills, Shakori Hills, NC4/26 -- Water Street Music Hall, Rochester, NY*4/27 -- Paradise Rock Club, Boston, MA^5/18 -- Electric Factory, Philadelphia, PA#5/25 -- Dark Star Jubilee Festival, Thornville, OH5/26 -- Summer Camp Music Festival, Chillicothe, IL*John Brown’s Body presents BIG UPstate Reggae Festival - more information TBA+ Co-bill with Easy Star All-Stars# with SOJA

Fresh on the heels of a sold out show at Portland, Oregon’s Star Theatre, Fruition are poised to embark on a spring tour across the Northern half of the US. Their 22-date trek includes select shows opening for Greensky Bluegrass and ALO as well as a festival appearance at Some Kind of Jam 8. The tour kicks off with four stops in Montana and continues on with performances throughout the Rocky Mountain region, including a two-night run in Denver, before heading East through Kentucky and North Carolina and wrapping up in Bloomington, IL. Fruition features a vibrant rock n’ roll show composed of three-part harmonies and foot-stomping rhythms that blend raw, live energy with the strings of traditional folk-Americana. The five-piece group’s musical versatility and lyrical prowess has made them a growing crowd favorite at clubs and festivals throughout the Northwest. The band is currently at work on an upcoming full-length album, which was funded by fans in a successful $22,000 campaign on Kickstarter. The release is due out this summer. Fruition will be featured at several festivals this summer including Northwest String Summitt,  Allgood Music Festival, High Sierra and Campout for the Cause. For more information on Fruition, visit: http://www.fruitionband.comFruition Tour Dates:April 5 - Missoula, MT - The Top HatApril 6 - Bozeman, MT - The Filling StationApril 7 - Livingston, MT - Murray BarApril 8 - Billings, MT - Yellowstone Valley BrewingApril 10 - Fort Collins, CO - Aggie TheatreApril 12 - Denver, CO - Cervantes: The Other Side #April 13 - Denver, CO - Cervantes: The Other Side (headline)April 16 - Lincoln, NE - Zoo BarApril 17 - Lawrence, KS - BottleneckApril 19 - Harrodsburg, KY - Cabin Fever RelieverApril 20 - Charlotte, NC - National Whitewater CenterApril 23 - Burlington, VT - Higher Ground *April 24 - Syracuse, NY - Westcott Theatre *April 25 - Pittsburgh, PA - Rex Theatre *April 26 - Schuykill Haven, PA - Some Kind of Jam 8April 27 - New York, NY - Sullivan HallApril 28 - Boston, MA - Brighton Music Hall +April 30 - Columbus, OH - Woodlands TavernMay 1 - Cleveland, OH - Wilbert'sMay 2 - Kalamazoo, MI - Bells BrewingMay 3 – St. Louis, MO - 2720 Cherokee *May 4 – Bloomington, IL - Castle Theatre ** Fruition with Greensky Bluegrass+ Fruition with ALO# Fruition co-bill with The Werks

Jonathan Scales Fourchestra are no strangers to pushing musical genre boundaries. This month, in preview to a new self-titled album to be released this summer, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra takes their unparalleled show on the road with stops throughout the Southeast and Gulf Coast before heading up to the Northeast. A full schedule is below. This summer, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra will release a self-titled album of cerebral tunes that further blur the lines of jazz. Each member of the trio contributes a distinctive voice to the ensemble. Wielding steel pans, Jonathan Scales incorporates a contemporary jazz attitude into arrangements that tap into funk, rock, jam, and Latin sensibilities. Drummer/ percussionist Phill Bronson grounds the trio’s compositions with an agile, metronome-like sensitivity that has been praised by Victor Wooten, Oteil Burbridge, Chris Thile, and Ellie Mannette. And bassist Cody Wright ties it all together by incorporating a hybrid fusion picking style and creating deeper undertones of connection between drums and steel pans. Guest contributors on Jonathan Scales Fourchestra include Grammy winners Victor Wooten and Howard Levy (Béla Fleck and the Flecktones), fiddle virtuoso Casey Driessen, and members of the Michael Bublé Band. For more information on Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, visit: http://www.jonscales.comJonathan Scales Fourchestra Spring Tour Dates:April 18 - Knoxville, TN - Preservation Pub +April 19 - Knoxville, TN - My PlaceApril 20 - Clemson, SC - WSBF Spring Music and Art FestivalApril 21 - Birmingham, AL - The NickApril 22 - Seabrook, TX - Coffee OasisApril 23 - Dallas, TX - Opening BellApril 25 - New Orleans, LA - Howlin’ WolfApril 26 - Starkville, MS - Dave’s Dark Horse TavernApril 27 - Asheville, NC - All Go West FestivalApril 28 - Bryson City, NC - Nantahala Outdoor CenterMay 1 - Nashville, TN - The BasementMay 4 - Abingdon, VA - Wolf Hills Brewing CompanyMay 11 - Virginia Beach, VA - PANorama Caribbean Music FestivalMay 22 - Boothbay Harbour, ME - Boothbay Harbour Opera HouseMay 24 - New York, NY - Subculture+ Opening for The Fritz

ALO and Ryan Montbleau Band have put together a special 2-song compilation of free music to share with fans in celebration of their upcoming joint tour dates. Bringing a vibrant blend of intelligent danceable grooves, ALO and Ryan Montbleau Band are excited to embark on an 8-date double-billed tour that officially kicks off today, April 18th in Milwaukee, WI. The tour continues on through the month of April in the Midwest before heading to the Northeast with dates in NYC and Philly.Tickets for the ALO and Ryan Montbleau Band are currently on sale online and through all venue outlets. A full listing of dates and venues is below.To download the free 2-song compilation, visit: http://bit.ly/100uez5 ALO + Ryan Montbleau Band Tour Dates:4/18 -- Turner Hall, Milwaukee, WI4/19 -- Varsity Theater, Minneapolis, MN4/20 -- Double Door, Chicago, IL4/21 -- Beachland Ballroom, Cleveland, OH4/23 -- 8 x 10, Baltimore, MD4/24 -- Highline Ballroom, New York, NY4/25 -- Westcott Theater, Syracuse, NY4/26 -- Some Kind of Jam 8, Schuylkill Haven, PA*4/26 – Putnam Den, Saratoga Springs, NY^4/27 -- The Blockley, Philadelphia, PA4/28 -- Brighton Music Hall, Brighton, MA** ALO without Ryan Montbleau Band^ Ryan Montbleau Band without ALO

Newly debuted trio Ghost Owl - comprised of recently disbanded members of the jam staple Perpetual Groove - is proud to announce plans to release a debut album this fall. Ghost Owl spent a busy spring in the studio and on the road fine tuning new tunes and will embark on a summer tour with dates in the Southeast, New York and Chicago. The band will be joined on select dates by Toubab Krewe, Stokeswood and AFRO. Tickets can be purchased through all venue outlets. A full list of tour dates is below.Ghost Owl features three original members of improv-rock band Perpetual Groove; Adam Perry, Albert Suttle and Matthew McDonald. Since first planting roots in late 2012, the trio has enjoyed an enthusiastic reception to their lush rock/ indie/ EDM influenced sound and lavishly visual live show. Ghost Owl strives to push their own boundaries of creativity by combining aspects of music, visual art, technology and production to create a complete live experience for fans.Ghost Owl Tour Dates:5/2/13 - Five Points Pub - Atlanta, GA5/3/13 - The Pour House - Charleston, SC+5/4/13 - The Chop Shop - Charlotte, NC+5/8/13 - The Blockley Pourhouse - Philadelphia, PA*5/9/13 - Stella Blues Bar - New Haven, CT5/10/13 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY*5/11/13 - The Middle East - Cambridge, MA*5/17/13 - Terminal West - Atlanta, GA+5/30/13 - Rhythm and Brews - Chattanooga, TN^5/31/13 - Martyrs’ - Chicago, IL*6/1/13 - Martyrs’ - Chicago, IL*6/21/13 - Exit/In - Nashville, TN6/2213 - Athfest - Athens, GA6/29/13 - Pasture Palooza - Berryville, VA7/5/13 - Funky Biscuit - Boca Raton, FL7/6/13 - Dunedin Brewery 17th Year Celebration Party - Dunedin, FL7/12/13 - Freebird Live - Jacksonville, FL+ with Stokeswood* with Toubab Krewe^ with AFRO

Sol Driven Train and The Windjammer are proud to present Sol Slam on July 19th - 20th at The Windjammer on Isle of Palms, SC. The third annual event will feature nine bands performing on two stages including an outdoor stage overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The 2013 musical lineup includes a cast of Charleston based talent with performances by hosts Sol Driven Train, Dangermuffin, YARN, Fowler’s Mustache, Royal Tinfoil and more. On Saturday, July 20th, Sol Slam appeals to all ages with a special day rate and a Sol Driven Train kids’ show. A full lineup is below. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased at the venue box office and online at www.soldriventrain.com/solslam or www.the-windjammer.com. Two-day passes to the event are $35 and include a 10% weekend discount at The Windjammer bar, plus a mixtape album download featuring a track from each Sol Slam artist. Friday full day passes are $15; Full day Saturday passes are $25; Saturday day passes (1 - 6 pm) are $5 (Ages 16 are free); Saturday night passes are $20 (7 pm - close). A portion of all proceeds from Sol Slam will be donated to the Rainforest Action Network in memory of Becky Tarbotton, the organization’s former Executive Director and a close personal friend of Sol Driven Train. For more information on Sol Slam including a daily schedule of bands, or to purchase tickets, visit: www.soldriventrain.com/solslamConfirmed Lineup:Sol Driven TrainDangermuffinYARNFowler's MustacheRoyal TinfoilDead 27sThe Reckoning:  A Tribute to Grateful DeadThe Shack BandGraham WhorleySol Driven Train Kids’ Show About Sol Driven Train:Sol Driven Train's performances combine upbeat melodies and afro-caribbean rhythms with observational humor and a smokin' horn section. Featuring rotating lead vocalists and multi-instrumentalists, Sol Driven Train enjoy a unique musical identity. The low country roots rock band released the full length album, Underdog, earlier this year which Relix Magazine calls “... soulful, energetic, feel-good music to listen to anywhere.”  Sol Driven Train were named "Rock Band of the Year" (2011) and “Jam Band of the Year” (2012) by Charleston City Paper, and Relix Magazine called them an artist "On The Verge." What: Sol Slam hosted by Sol Driven Train and The WindjammerWhen:  July 19th & 20th, 2013Where:  The Windjammer - 1008 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms, SCTime (Friday): Doors 8 pm / Show 9 pmTime (Saturday): Doors 1 pm / Show 2 pmAges (Friday): 21+Ages (Saturday): All ages (from 1 pm - 6 pm) / 21+ (starting at 6 pm)Tickets:  $35 Weekend / $15 Friday / $25 Saturday / $5 Saturday Day (1 pm - 6pm) - Kids under age 16 are free / $20 Saturday Night (7 pm - close)Ticket Purchase:  www.soldriventrain.com/solslam / www.the-windjammer.com

Sol Driven Train head back out on the road for a mix of city festival and club show dates across the East Coast this summer. The 5-piece horn-infused ‘Low Country Roots Rock Band’ had a busy spring with a heavy touring schedule and the release of Underdog, an album that has spent many weeks at the top of the Jambands radio chart. While on tour, vocalist/ saxophonist Russell Clarke used his rich baritone and magnanimous beard to sway a group of American Idol judges and qualify for a succeeding round, however, Idol dreams were crushed when Clarke found out he was ‘too old’ for the show.
 
Fans can find Russell and the rest of Sol Driven Train on July 19^th and 20^th hosting their 3^rd annual Sol Slam event at the Windjammer on Isle of Palms, SC. The event will feature nine bands performing on two stages including an outdoor stage overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The 2013 musical lineup includes a cast of Charleston based talent with performances by hosts Sol Driven Train, Dangermuffin, YARN, Fowler’s Mustache, Royal Tinfoil and more. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased at the venue box office and online at www.soldriventrain.com/solslam or www.the-windjammer.com.
 
Sol Driven Train Summer Tour Dates
* with Toubab Krewe
 
May 18 - Saluda Arts Festival - Saluda, NC
May 24 - White Squirrel Festival - Brevard, NC
May 25 - Purple Fiddle - Thomas, WV
May 26 - Duck Creek Log Jam - Logan, OH
June 7 - Hannah’s Haus - Beaufort, NC
June 21 - Party At The Point - Mt. Pleasant, SC
June 22 - Kirk Avenue Music - Roanoke, VA
June 26 - The Hamilton - Washington, DC
June 28 - Clementine - Harrisonburg, VA
June 29 - Lunar Bay Festival - Havre De Grace, MD
July 4th - Carnavalito at Pisgah Brewing Company - Black Mountain, NC *
July 5 - Purple Fiddle - Thomas, WV
July 6 - Liberty Music Festival - Roaring Branch, PA
July 19 & 20 - Sol Slam - Isle of Palms, SC
July 25 - Koru Beack Klub - Avon, NC
July 26 - Hannah’s Huas - Beaufort, NC
August 3 - Flood City Music Festival - Johnston, PA
August 8-10 - Chicken Box - Nantucket, MA

Putumayo is pleased to announce the release of Acoustic America and companion children’s album American Playground on June 18th, 2013. In time for fireflies, the 4th of July and summer road trips, these two latest albums from the label’s American roots music series offer an acoustic taste of our country’s rich musical heritage. This year, Putumayo celebrates their two-decades of presenting music from around the world. Over the past 20 years, Putumayo has remained a trusted curator and presenter of music that spans the globe.At the heart of Acoustic America are songs steeped in folk, blues, jazz, country and bluegrass traditions performed by both well-known and up-and-coming artists. From Grammy winning American roots legend Doc Watson to newcomer songstress Eden Brent, each artist featured on Acoustic America honors the traditions of America’s musical tapestry.Other artists featured on Acoustic America include: The Jim Kweskin Band, celebrating their 50th anniversary this year and contributing a track infused with classic 1920’s ragtime jazz influences; blues duo Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee providing a Piedmont-blues style track and showcasing their signature sound of harmonica and guitar; Red Horse (featuring independent folk singer-songwriters Eliza Gilkyson, John Gorka and Lucy Kaplansky) supplying their take on the historic spiritual “Wayfaring Stranger;” Nashville newcomer Clay Cumbie with Putumayo’s first country music offering; plus many more artists who round out this 12-track release featuring music from the birthplace of  the blues, jazz, bluegrass, country and other musical styles. Also are included are extensive liner notes written about the artists, songs and American musical traditions by longtime music journalist, Jim Bessman.Putumayo World Music, founded by Dan Storper, has been curating some of the world’s most loved compilations since 1993. What started as soundtracks for the Putumayo international clothing and handicraft stores has blossomed into a trusted brand introducing people to popular and niche music from around the world. Putumayo compilations take listeners on extraordinary musical journeys and their booklets feature extensive liner notes, photography, and recipes by renowned regional chefs and more. The colorful folk art covers by British illustrator Nicola Heindl are easily recognizable in shops internationally. The brand has enjoyed being a part of the pop-culture landscape and even made a starring appearance in a Seinfeld episode. Since Storper moved to New Orleans in 2004, he’s been researching the regional music of the South and West and incorporated the music he’s discovered into a successful American roots music series that includes Bluegrass, American Blues, Jazz, New Orleans, Mississippi Blues and many more. For more information on Putumayo, visit: www.putumayo.com

Jersey Shore Entertainment Group, Harrison Promotions, Halogen Media Works and Management Trendkiller Entertainment are proud to present the inaugural Jersey Shore Music Festival on July 20, 2013 at FirstEnergy Park (BlueClaws Stadium) in Lakewood, NJ. The all-ages event will feature over fifty bands on six stages with national headliner Papadosio closing out the event. Jersey Shore has always been a popular vacation destination and in recent years has experienced a rise in pop culture status. In honor of the community’s unique character, The Jersey Shore Music Festival will feature an array of the region’s top artisans, crafters, restaurants and more. A confirmed band lineup is listed below.Founded by Jersey Shore natives Joe Ciano, Cory Pedalino and Tyler Culley, the event aims to bolster the local music and arts scene while celebrating the diversity and merit of the Jersey Shore community. National acts including Papadosio, The Hush Sound, River City Extension, The Front Bottoms, AER are joined by some of the area’s favorite local acts to represent all genres of music. With general admission tickets starting at only $25, fans are paying less than .50 cents per band for a full day of music. Stages will be set up around the home of the beloved Lakewood BlueClaws, while vendors provide plenty of local flavor in a family friendly environment. Kids will have access to the Dr. Bernard's Kids Zone which includes bungee runs, an obstacle course, a bounce house and eight inflatables including a massive, 22-foot slide.Tickets for The Jersey Shore Music Festival are currently on sale. General admission tickets are currently available for $25. Children 10 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult. Limit 2 kids per adult. VIP passes are available at the $75 and $150 Platinum VIP levels. All VIP ticket holders will enjoy free parking and premier viewing access in front of the main stage. Platinum VIP ticket holders receive a private buffet and cash bar, and access to the BlueClaw’s air-conditioned bathrooms and upstairs sports club. Tickets are available online at http://thejerseyshoremusicfest.com and at the FirstEnergy Park stadium box office. For more information about Jersey Shore Music Festival, including ticketing, location and VIP packages, visit http://thejerseyshoremusicfest.com Who:  Jersey Shore Music FestivalWhen:  July 20, 2013Where:  FirstEnergy Park, Lakewood, NJ (BlueClaws Stadium)Time:  Gates 11:30 am / Music 12:00 pmAges:  All AgesTickets:  $25 Advance ($35 Day of Show) / $75 VIP / $150 Platinum VIP (Children 10 and under are free with paid adult)Festival Website: http://thejerseyshoremusicfest.com Confirmed Lineup:PapadosioThe Hush SoundRiver City ExtensionThe Front BottomsBrick + MortarAEREcho MovementThe Main SqueezeSophistafunkTurtle SoupOnly Living BoyQuincy Mumford and The Reason WhyCrobotEmpire EscortsJakes GorillaThe Blind TellersThe RacerASLBatten Down the HatchesMontereyJulian FultonThe Battery ElectricThe Shady Street Show BandWoodfishChemtrailElevator ArtReachJoanna BurnsLoose FitOffshoreFight or FlightThe Careless KidsJay Everett BandDamn the CanariesCreeptonesThe Luna LavalOn Your MarksMad Feather GroupThe Small HorseCross Town TrainSchool Of RockAsphalt GreenDarrin BradburyAudio MachineCasualtyXero GravityLocal DemiseAttackerExxplorerLower The VeilNew TheoryBeyond VisibleBlack OceanSick Minds

Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band are heading back on the road this summer with dates across the US. The funkadelic 5-piece, featuring smokin’ horns, a keytar slinging babe-a-licious brunette, and old school funk rhythms, will be bringing high-energy, dance-driven party music to a street party, club, or festival near you. The band will be making stops throughout their home state of North Carolina, the Rocky Mountains, and the Northeast in anticipation of a fall album release. This September, America’s favorite intergalactic nu funk-rock band, The Booty Band, will release Onward! - an album chock full of booty-shaking bass thumping grooves.Tickets for festival and club dates are currently on sale online and through venue box offices. For more information on Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band and tour dates, visit www.bootyband.comAnd if you’ve never been to a Booty Band Party, check out their latest video for “Lovin’” to see what you’ve been missing: http://bit.ly/18Z137N Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band Tour Dates5/26/13 - Strange Creek Campout - Greenfield, MA5/29/13 - Wakarusa Music Festival - Ozark, AR6/1/13 - Old Rock House - St. Louis, MO6/7/13 - WUNC Back Porch Music Concert - Durham, NC6/12/13 - Downtown Alive - Wilson, NC6/26/13 - Mojo’s - Columbia, MO6/28/13 - Town Square Tavern - Jackson, WY6/29/13 - Mount Helena Music Festival - Helena, MT7/2/13 - Santa Fe Bandstand - Santa Fe, NM7/4/13 - The Ridgway Concert Series - Ridgway, CO7/5/13 - Los Alamos Summer Concert Series - Los Alamos, NM7/6/13 - The Barkley Ballroom - Frisco, CO7/7/13 - Summer of Music - Carbondale, CO7/8/13 - Crested Butte Center for the Arts - Crested Butte, CO7/11/13 - Rex Theater - Pittsburgh, PA7/12/13 - Upstate Boogie 4 at The Hideaway - Lyons, NY7/13/13 - Kind Roots III - Blain, PA7/18/13 - 12th & Porter - Nashville, TN7/19/13 - Stickyz Rock’n’Roll Chicken Shack - Little Rock, AR7/20/13 Center of the Universe Festival - Tulsa, OK7/27/13 - Bele Chere Festival - Asheville, NC7/30/13 - SubCulture Arts Underground - New York, NY7/31/13 - The Spot Underground - Providence, RI8/1-8/3/13 - The Chicken Box - Nantucket, MA8/9/13 - Whippersnap Music and Arts Festival - Yorkville, IL8/11/13 - 2013 Port City RibFest - Wilmington, NC8/16/13 - YPG River Jam - New Bern, NC8/23/13 - Camp Barefoot - Bartow, WV8/29/13 - Koru Beach Klub - Avon, NC8/31/13 - Mantrabash Music & Arts Festival - Furguson, NC

Siren Mountain Jam is proud to announce the daily performance schedule for its June 21-22, 2013 debut event at High Country Fairgrounds in Boone, NC. Featuring music and art by women, the Siren Mountain Jam invites everyone to enjoy two days of music, healing arts, workshops, visual arts and more in beautiful Western North Carolina. Performing at the festival on Friday, June 21st, is ten-time Grammy nominee and fearless bassist Meshell Ndegeocello, with genre-bending duo Rising Appalachia, Toshi Reagon, Melissa Reaves and more. On Saturday, June 22nd, multi-platinum selling recording artist and seven-time Grammy nominee Joan Osborne is joined by gritty singer-songwriter Michelle Malone, Melissa Reaves, The Swayback Sisters, and more. A full daily schedule can be found on the Siren Mountain Jam website at www.sirenmountainjam.com.An array of healing and performing arts will also be prominently featured and offered at Siren Mountain Jam. From fire spinning, belly dancing, Zumba, and hula hooping to massage, herbal teachings, and yoga, attendees are invited to experience and enjoy a diverse mix of alternative teachings and activities.Produced by women, and featuring women musicians, artisans, healing artists, non-profit organizations and chefs, Siren Mountain Jam is a celebration of women’s contributions to the arts. All are welcome and invited to enjoy a weekend of arts, nature, relaxation and fun in an Appalachian mountain setting.Siren Mountain Jam is a family friendly festival with a limited number of tent and RV camping spaces available. Advance general admission 2-day passes are currently available for $75 (but will increase to $85 on June 1st and $100 on June 21st). Advance single day tickets are also available for $40 for Friday and $50 for Saturday (prices will increase to $50 and $60 respectively at the gate). Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult. Limit 2 kids per adult. On-site weekend tent camping is available for $25 per person. Tickets for the festival and camping are currently on sale and can be purchased by visiting: sirenmountainjam.com/buy-ticketsWHAT:  SIREN MOUNTAIN JAM 2013WHEN:  FRIDAY, JUNE 21ST, - SATURDAY, JUNE 22NDWHERE:  HIGH COUNTRY FAIRGROUNDS, BOONE, NCTICKETS: Advance 2-Day $75 (on-sale now) / Regular 2-Day $85 (on-sale June 1 - June 20) / Gate $100 (on-sale June 21) / Advance 1-Day Friday $40 / Regular 1-Day Friday $50 (on sale June 1 - June 21) / Advance 1-Day Saturday $50 / Regular 1-Day Saturday (on sale June 1 - June 22)PURCHASE TICKETS: https://sirenmountainjam.webconnex.com/sirenmountainjamFESTIVAL WEBSITE:  http://sirenmountainjam.com

Jonathan Scales Fourchestra are thrilled to announce their recent signing with Ropeadope Records. The label, which was founded by John Medeski and specializes in jazz, hip hop, electronic and downtempo music, has embraced the trio whose unconventional use of steel pans has further blurred the lines of contemporary jazz. On July 9th, the ensemble will digitally release their self-titled debut album, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, through their new label and will continue to perform at clubs and festivals throughout the summer. A list of currently announced dates are below.
 
“We're super stoked to welcome Jonathan Scales to the Ropeadope family,” says Louis Marks, CEO of Ropeadope Records. “We always have an ear for artists that transcend genre and cross boundaries at will. Jonathan Scales brings all that with excitement and intensity.”
 
Often lauded for their non-traditional approaches, Ropeadope is the ideal home for Jonathan Scales who has the unique ability to compose contemporary jazz arrangements that tap into funk, rock, jam, and Latin sensibilities. Jonathan Scales Fourchestra find themselves in like-minded company with label releases from Charlie Hunter, King Britt, Christian McBride, Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra and more.

Jonathan Scales Fourchestra debut release includes guest appearances by Grammy winners Victor Wooten and Howard Levy (Béla Fleck and the Flecktones), fiddle virtuoso Casey Driessen, and members of the Michael Bublé Band. The album will be available digitally through iTunes and Amazon and physically through www.jonscales.com.

Jonathan Scales Fourchestra Tour Dates:
June 1 - Asheville, NC - The Altamont Theater
June 4 – Charleston, SC – Charleston Pour House
June 5 – Jacksonville, FL – 1904 Music Hall
June 6 – Tampa, FL – Skipper’s Smokehouse
June 8 – Dunedin, FL – Dunedin Brewery
June 9 – St. Petersburg, FL – The Ale and the Witch
June 16 - Knoxville, TN - Barley’s Taproom
June 20 – Brevard, NC – 185 King St.
June 21 – Atlanta, GA – Apache Café
June 22 - Greensboro, NC - Summer Solstice Celebration at Lindley Park
June 22 - Boone, NC - Boone Saloon
July 13 - Morgantown, WV - Festival of Steel
July 19 - Chapel Hill, NC - Local 506
July 20 - Black Mountain, NC - Pisgah Brewing Company
July 28 - Asheville, NC - BeleChere Festival
July 31 - North Bethesda, MD - Strathmore Outdoor Concert Series
August 1 - Philadelphia, PA - Chris’ Jazz Cafe

Siren Mountain Jam is pleased to announce the daily schedule for its inaugural festival taking place June 21-22, 2013 in Boone, NC. Attendees will be treated to two days of music from national and regional female performers plus performing and healing arts workshops in the beautiful Western North Carolina Mountains. A schedule by day can be found at http://www.sirenmountainjam.com/daily-schedule. FRIDAY, June 21st artists include: Meshell Ndegeocello, Rising Appalachia, Toshi Reagon, Melissa Reaves, Lisa Baldwin & Dave Haney, Eliza Eason, Sole Schaefer and The Mountain Laurels SATURDAY, June 22nd artists include: Joan Osborne, Michelle Malone, Melissa Reaves, The Swayback Sisters, Crys Matthews, Amythyst Kiah and Samantha O’Brien While at Siren Mountain Jam, festival attendees are encouraged to participate in the many healing arts workshops offered at the festival. Activities for the body include yoga, qigong, bellydance, and hoop movement; activities for the mind include introduction to the enneagram, matrix energetics, the heart of healing and more. For a list of featured activities can be found at http://www.sirenmountainjam.com/healing-arts-village. More activities and daily schedule for healing arts will be announced soon. Produced by women, and featuring women musicians, artisans, healing artists, non-profit organizations and chefs, Siren Mountain Jam is a celebration of women’s contributions to the arts. All are welcome and invited to enjoy a weekend of arts, nature, relaxation and fun in an Appalachian mountain setting. Siren Mountain Jam is a family friendly festival with a limited number of tent and RV camping spaces available. Advance general admission 2-day passes are currently available for $85 ($100 at the gate on June 21st). Advance single day tickets are also available for $40 for Friday and $50 for Saturday (prices will increase to $50 and $60 respectively at the gate). Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult. Limit 2 kids per adult. On-site weekend tent camping is available for $25 per person. Tickets for the festival and camping are currently on sale and can be purchased by visiting http://www.sirenmountainjam.com/buy-ticketsWHAT:  SIREN MOUNTAIN JAM 2013WHEN:  FRIDAY, JUNE 21ST, - SATURDAY, JUNE 22NDWHERE:  HIGH COUNTRY FAIRGROUNDS, BOONE, NCTICKETS: Regular 2-Day $85 (on-sale June 1 - June 20) - Gate $100 (on-sale June 21) / Regular 1-Day Friday $40 (on-sale June 1 - June 20) - Gate $50 (on-sale June 21) / Regular 1-Day Saturday $50 (on-sale June 1 - June 20) - Gate $60 (on-sale June 21)PURCHASE TICKETS: https://sirenmountainjam.webconnex.com/sirenmountainjamFESTIVAL WEBSITE:  http://sirenmountainjam.com

Toubab Krewe are proud to announce the second incarnation of the Carnavalito Music Festival scheduled for July 3rd & 4th, 2013 at Pisgah Brewing Company in Black Mountain, NC. This year’s main event will be held on Independence Day at Pisgah’s outdoor amphitheater stage for a one-of-a-kind experience surrounded by Western North Carolina’s Appalachian mountains. Hosts Toubab Krewe have invited ‘Lowcountry Roots Rock Band’ Sol Driven Train from Charleston, SC, female-fronted neo-soul powerhouse The Broadcast from Asheville, NC, plus Asheville’s DJ Camaro and Chompin’ At The Bit to join them in a celebration that begins at 3 pm.For fans looking to kick off their holiday a little early, Toubab Krewe will be playing on Pisgah Brewing Company’s newly revamped indoor stage on July 3rd. This special performance is free for patrons who have purchased an advanced ticket to the July 4th all day event and will feature Toubab Krewe in an intimate setting.Make traveling to and from the event easier by utilizing event shuttles or staying at the nearby campground. Shuttles will be available both days for $10 per day from downtown Asheville to the brewery, or $5 per day from the KOA campground. KOA, located less than 1 mile down the road from the event, is offering a 10% discounted rate for ticket holders. Families are encouraged to attend. Kids 10 and under are admitted free with a paid adult each day. Kid friendly activities, shuttle locations, vendors and more will be announced in the coming weeks.Tickets for July 3rd are $12 in advance/ $15 day of show or free with a paid ticket for July 4th. Tickets for July 4 are $18 in advance/ $22 day of show. VIP packages are available for $50 and include a tour of the brewery, premier venue viewing, private bar and bathrooms. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased at www.pisgahbrewing.com or the venue box office.July 3rd Lineup (Indoor Stage) - Gates at 8:00 pm / Show at 9:00 pmToubab KreweLes Femmes Mystique Burlesque ShowJuly 4th Lineup (Outdoor Stage) - Gates at 2:00 pm / Show at 3:00 pmToubab KreweSol Driven TrainThe BroadcastDJ CameroChompin’ At The Bit (Indoor late night show 11 pm)$1 from each ticket sold will go to Toubab Krewe’s charity­ working to build a music school in Bamako, Mali.  Click here for more info: http://i4africa.org/toubab­krewe­music­school

Stomp your feet, clap your hands, and raise a glass because Fruition are releasing Just One of Them Nights on July 30^th, 2013. Featuring three-part harmonies and driving rhythms that blend raw, live energy with traditional Folk-Americana strings, Just One of Them Nights is a rockin’ collection of songs capturing life on the road, memories of past lovers and the pursuit of adventure. Already selling out shows in their native Oregon, Fruition will be hitting the road and performing at major festivals across the country as well as throughout the Northwest and Colorado this summer. The band will also celebrate their new release with an intimate show at Music Millennium in Portland, OR.

Just One of Them Nights includes eleven selections showcasing Fruition’s string-slinging skills as well as their ability to ride the line between traditional bluegrass and Rock n’ Roll. The first single from the album, “Mountain Annie” achieves a sound that is both new and familiar at the same time with Jay Cobb Anderson (vocals/guitar) weaving melodies with Mimi Naja (vocals/mandolin). “Blue Light” effortlessly transitions between a little bit country and a little bit Rock n’ Roll with exhilarating string solos, while “The Wanter,” featuring Naja on lead vocals, will entice bluegrass purists to take notice.
 
Festival enthusiasts will have numerous chances to catch Fruition throughout the summer including performances at High Sierra Music Festival, Allgood Music Festival, Northwest String Summit and more. On July 23rd, the five-piece will perform an exclusive ‘pre-order in store party’ at Music Millennium in celebration of the release of Just One of Them Nights. The band will also tour select club dates throughout the Northwest and Rocky Mountains. A full listing of dates is below.

For more information on Fruition, visit www.fruitionband.com
 
Fruition Summer Tour Dates:
June 30 - Arcata, CA - Humboldt Brews
July 3 – San Francisco, CA – Brick and Mortar Music Hall
July 4 – Quincy, CA – High Sierra Music Festival
July 13 – Silverton, OR – Mac’s Place
July 20 – Thornville, OH – Allgood Music Festival
July 21 – North Plains, OR – Northwest String Summit
July 23 – Portland, OR – Music Millennium
July 27 – Petrolia, CA – Roll On The Mattole
August 1 – Denver, CO – Cervantes Other Side
August 2 – Bond, CO – State Bridge Riverside
August 3 – Keystone, CO – Keystone Bluegrass & Beer
August 6 – Missoula, MT – Top Hat Lounge
August 7 – Whitefish, MT – Great Northern Bar
August 9 – Darrington, WA – Summer Meltdown Festival
August 25 – Eugene, OR – Kaleidoscope Music Festival
August 30 – Spokane, WA – Pig Out In The Park
August 31 – Leavenworth, WA – Wild & Scenic Music Festival

A passionate fan base and strong environmental commitment propelled Fruition as winners of a first-ever contest designed to reward up-and-coming bands with the resources needed to go green on tour. The Portland-based group won the Brita Bottle Free Bands contest, an effort to encourage environmentally friendly touring created by water-filtration company Brita and environmental non-profit REVERB. Fruition collects a grand prize worth $30,000 that includes 2,000 Fruition-branded reusable water bottles to sell as merchandise on tour as well as consulting from REVERB on a variety of sustainable tactics.“Our fans, friends and family never cease to amaze us – we felt like underdogs coming into this contest,” said Fruition’s rhythm guitarist and vocalist Kellen Asebroek. “The constant help we received in voting and spreading the word has now put us in a really cool position to give back to the environment and our fans alike. We're super excited to get crackin' on greening our tour and reaching out to our crowds with Brita and REVERB on our team – and to start getting these awesome new Fruition bottles into everyone's hands!  Eliminating disposable bottles from our lives feels pretty good." Fruition, who will release their new album Just One of Them Nights on July 30th, beat out 30 U.S.-based bands in the competition by vying for votes amongst fans and sharing details of how they would use the grant to reduce the environmental impact of their tour. With the Brita Bottle Free Bands contest, Fruition will now receive the same rock star treatment that Brita® and REVERB have bestowed on well-known bands such as fun. and Dave Matthews Band. Not only will Fruition cut down bottled water waste while on the road, but they will receive consulting from REVERB on landfill waste reduction, locally sourced catering, neutralizing carbon emissions and connecting fans to local and national environmental issues. For upcoming more information on Fruition including upcoming tour dates, visit fruitionband.com.For more information on Brita® and the Bottle Free Bands contest visit www.Brita.com.

Putumayo, the label behind some of the world’s most loved music compilations, is pleased to release the newest albums in their American roots music series today, June 18th, 2013. Acoustic America, and companion children’s album American Playground, offer an acoustic taste of North America’s rich musical heritage. With the release of these albums, Putumayo also celebrates their two-decade long history of presenting diverse musical offerings from around the world. Over the past 20 years, Putumayo has remained a trusted curator and presenter of album compilations that span the globe.Steeped in folk, blues, jazz, country and bluegrass traditions, Acoustic America features performances by both well-known and up-and-coming artists including American roots legend Doc Watson; blues duo Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee; ragtime jazz band The Jim Kweskin Band; folk band Red Horse (featuring independent singer-songwriters Eliza Gilkyson, John Gorka and Lucy Kaplansky) and more.Since 1993, Putumayo World Music, founded by Dan Storper, has been researching and curating music compilations that take listeners on a musical journey around the world. What started as soundtracks for the Putumayo international clothing and handicraft stores, has blossomed into a trusted brand that has enjoyed being part of the pop-culture landscape.For more information on Putumayo, visit: www.putumayo.com

There is no time to rest for trio Jonathan Scales Fourchestra who have wrapped up a whirlwind spring tour and are diving into summer dates promoting the release of their self-titled album due out today, Tuesday July 9th on Ropeadope Records. Jonathan Scales Fourchestra is the debut album from an up-and-coming group of innovators paying homage to the old-school progressive fusion which inspired steel pan frontman Jonathan Scales in his youth, while at the same time vividly representing Contemporary Jazz arrangements and intricately woven melodies. The result is a cerebral, harmonious effort with Scales contributing irresistibly bright tones of steel pans while accompanied by tight rhythms lent by percussionist/drummer Phil Bronson and ‘picked’ fusion bass contributed by bassist Cody Wright. On Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, the group collaborated with some of music’s heavy hitters including Grammy award winning bassist Victor Wooten and fellow Grammy award-winning harmonica/piano veteran Howard Levy (Béla Fleck and the Flecktones). Fiddle virtuoso Casey Driessen and various members of Michael Bublé Band also make an appearance. The album’s release is supported by select performance dates along the East Coast and will continue into the fall. See below for tour dates. The album is available digitally through iTunes and Amazon and physically through www.jonscales.com For more information on Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, visit: http://www.jonscales.comJonathan Scales Fourchestra Summer Tour Dates:July 19 - Chapel Hill, NC - Local 506July 20 - Black Mountain, NC - Pisgah Brewing CompanyJuly 25 - Beaufort, NC - Backstreet PubJuly 26 - Lexington, NC - High Rock OutfittersJuly 28 - Asheville, NC - BeleChere FestivalJuly 31 - North Bethesda, MD - Strathmore Outdoor Concert SeriesAugust 1 - Philadelphia, PA - Chris’ Jazz CafeAugust 3 - Blacksburg, VA - Steppin’ Out FestivalAugust 31 - Abingdon, VA - Wolf Hills BrewerySeptember 19 - Greensboro, NC - City Market

Jersey Shore Music Festival is pleased to announce the daily music schedule for its inaugural festival taking place Saturday, July 20, 2013 at BlueClaws Stadium in Lakewood, NJ. Attendees will be treated to a full day of music featuring national and regional talent on 6 stages as well as food and artisanal crafts from over 200 vendors representing the unique Jersey Shore flavor and style. The festival aims to bolster the local music and arts scene while celebrating the diversity and merit of the Jersey Shore community. Over 50 acts including national headliners Papadosio, The Hush Sound, River City Extension and Aer are joined by regional favorites including The Front Bottoms, Brick + Mortar, Only Living Boy, The Black Jesuses and many more. A full schedule can be found at http://thejerseyshoremusicfest.com/stage-schedules.While enjoying a diverse musical line-up attendees can also sample the local cuisine from various regional restaurants and browse booths featuring local artists, crafters, sculptors, jewelry makers, photographers, clothing designers and other various creative vendors. Stages will be set up around the home of the beloved Lakewood BlueClaws providing a family friendly environment. Kids will have access to the Dr. Bernard's Kids Zone which includes bungee runs, an obstacle course, a bounce house and eight inflatables including a massive 22-foot slide.Tickets for The Jersey Shore Music Festival are currently on sale with general admission tickets starting at only $25. Children 10 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult. Limit 2 kids per adult. VIP passes are available at the $75 and $150 Platinum VIP levels. All VIP ticket holders will enjoy free parking and premier viewing access in front of the main stage. Platinum VIP ticket holders receive a private buffet and cash bar plus access to the BlueClaw’s air-conditioned bathrooms and upstairs sports club.Tickets are available online at http://thejerseyshoremusicfest.com and at the FirstEnergy Park stadium box office.For more information about Jersey Shore Music Festival, including ticketing, location and VIP packages, visit http://thejerseyshoremusicfest.com/Who:  Jersey Shore Music FestivalWhen:  Saturday, July 20, 2013Where:  FirstEnergy Park, Lakewood, NJ (BlueClaws Stadium)Time:  Gates 11:30 am / Music 12:00 pmAges:  All AgesTickets:  $25 Advance ($35 Day of Show) / $75 VIP / $150 Platinum VIP (Children 10 and under are free with paid adult)Festival Website: http://thejerseyshoremusicfest.com

Knocking on your door this fall is iconic bass player George Porter Jr. with his band Runnin’ Pardners. Porter Jr. is a favorite on the live concert and festival circuit for his all-star collaborations. His Runnin’ Pardners side project features seasoned New Orleans funk musicians Brint Anderson (guitar), Michael Lemmler (keyboards), Khris Royal (saxophone), and Terrence Houston (drums). The band will play select dates on both coasts, plus co-headlining dates in Nashville, TN and St. Louis, MO with fellow NOLA funksters Dumpstaphunk and in Washington, DC with Tim Reynolds & TR3.Although best known as the bassist for The Meters, Porter Jr. is an in-demand bassist who has recently performed with Soulive, The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Mickey Hart, and Steve Kimock. Recent studio credits include work with Dayna Kurtz, Ryan Montbleau, Marianne Faithfull, and Ruthie Foster. He has also toured and recorded as a member of the Warren Haynes Band, John Scofield and the Piety Street Band, and Seven Walkers with Bill Kreutzmann.George Porter Jr. and Runnin’ Pardners Fall Tour Dates9/12 - Funky Biscuit - Boca Raton, FL9/13 - Freebird Live - Jacksonville, FL9/20 - Justice For All Ball - Audubon Tea Room - New Orleans, LA9/21 - D.B.A. - New Orleans, LA10/10 - Pourhouse - Charleston, SC10/11 - Southland Ballroom - Raleigh, NC10/12 - Mustang Music Festival - Corolla, NC10/14 - The Hamilton - Washington, DC ^10/16 - Exit/In - Nashville, TN #10/17 - Old Rock House - St. Louis, MO #10/18 - Proud Larry's - Oxford, MS10/24 - Sweetwater - Mill Valley, CA10/25 - Brick & Mortar - San Francisco, CA10/26 - Brick & Mortar - San Francisco, CA11/1 - D.B.A. - New Orleans, LA11/2 - The Howling Wolf - New Orleans, LA11/8 - Last Concert Cafe - Houston, TX11/9 - Antones - Austin, TX11/16 - Bear Creek Festival - Live Oak, FL11/22 - Blue Canoe - Tupelo, MS^ Co-Bill with Tim Reynolds & TR3# Co-Bill with Dumpstaphunk

Incidental Animals featuring Kyle Hollingsworth of The String Cheese Incident, Dan Lebowitz, Steve Adams, and Dave Brogan of ALO, plus Jen Hartswick of Trey Anastasio Band, will make their incendiary performance debut this November. The recently-formed quintet will perform selections from the SCI and ALO repertoires, songs from their solo catalogs, as well as covers. Joining the band in Brooklyn is fellow TAB band-mate Natalie Cressman on trombone.Tickets for these three exclusive shows go on sale through venue box offices and websites this Saturday, September 14th at 10 am ET.For more information visit kylehollingsworth.com or alomusic.com/incidentalanimalsTour Dates11/20 - The Note - West Chester, PA11/21 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY*11/22 - Soundstage - Baltimore, MD* with Natalie Cressman

Non-profit organization Rockers Movement have announced that they will be collecting non-perishable food items for impoverished South Florida families at the Miami Reggae Festival on November 23rd. The effort takes place in advance of this year’s Thanksgiving holiday and aims to break last year’s record of 2 tons of donated food items. Through a partnership with TECHO, food will be distributed on November 24th in Coconut Grove and Liberty City.Igniting the spirit of giving, Dr. Tony Abbassi, a Liberty City local business owner, has pledged a generous donation of 1,000 hens to the food drive. Dr. Abbassi of the Internal Medicine Institute recently opened his practice and says “Our mission is to help the community by supporting it. We are all about advancing and empowering our community in any way we can.”Attendees of the Miami Reggae Festival are asked to bring canned goods and/ or non-perishable food items for donation at the gate. TECHO volunteers will organize the food collected at the event for immediate re-distribution the following day. Coconut Grove donations will be distributed by the Coconut Grove CDC at Virrick Park; Liberty City donations will be distributed by Curley’s House at the African Cultural Center. Volunteers will be distributing food at both locations from noon till 5pm. In reverence of unity, Miami Reggae Festival is offering free admission before 3 pm to all attendees who contribute two or more non-perishable food items.Miami Reggae Festival is a family-friendly event featuring reggae performances from artists representing 9 different nations including Stephen "Ragga" Marley from Jamaica, Tiken Jah Fakoly from Africa’s Ivory Coast, Cultura Profética from Puerto Rico, Natiruts from Brazil, Midnite from St. Croix USVI, Gondwana from Chile, and many more - a full musical lineup is below. The event also offers an artisan village of visual arts and handicrafts; various culinary vendors; an “Artecology Experience,” offering interactive games for kids about sustainability, healthy living seminars and workshops, including AEROGA ® Yoga in the Park, meditation, and dance; plus drum sessions, a bike valet, and so much more.Tickets for Miami Reggae Festival are currently on sale and can be purchased online at www.rockersmovement.com and through various South Florida locations. After 3pm in addition to your food donation general admission tickets are $45; VIP tickets are $75 and include access to a VIP lounge with private bathrooms. Kids 12 and younger are free when accompanied by a paid adult. Miami Reggae Festival is made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.For more information about Miami Reggae Festival and Rockers Movement, visit www.rockersmovement.comFor more information about TECHO, visit www.techo.org/usPerformance Schedule at Miami Reggae Festival:Yoga  – 11amBachaco (Venezuela) – 12:45pmCausion (Antigua) – 1:30pmCarroll Thompson (United Kingdom) – 2:15pmBlack Slate (United Kingdom) – 2:45pmGondwana (Chile) – 3:45pmMidnite (St. Croix USVI) – 5:00pmNatiruts (Brazil) – 6:15pmTiken Jah Fakoly (Africa’s Ivory Coast) – 7:30pmStephen “Ragga” Marley (Jamaica) – 8:45pmCultura Profética (Puerto Rico) – 10pmMC Lance O + PriscillaDJ’s rotating throughout the day include:Don One Musical Showcase (Jamaica)Cornerstone Sounds (Cuba)DJ Majestic (Trinidad & Tobago)

Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band is proud to announce their “Booty Show In The Snow” Tour. Known for their outrageous stage wear and thumping live shows, the Asheville, NC-based quintet will bring funk fueled energy to venues in Georgia, Florida, Washington, DC, New York and beyond. Tickets can be purchased through all venue outlets. A full listing of dates and venues is below.The horn-driven intergalactic ensemble released Onward!, their fourth studio album, on October 22. The release was recorded at Echo Mountain Studios (Band of Horses, Avett Brothers, Zac Brown Band, T. Bone Burnett, etc.).For more information on Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band, visit - http://nu.bootyband.comTo watch the official video for "Trunk Fallin’ Off" filmed at Atlanta’ famed Clermont Lounge, visit - http://youtu.be/YkWnWnxM2dc]Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band “Booty Show in the Snow” Tour Dates:1/10/14 - Sky City - Augusta, GA1/11/14 - Underbelly - Jacksonville, FL1/12/14 - Dunedin Brewery - Dunedin, FL1/15/14 - The Funky Biscuit - Boca Raton, FL1/16/14 - High Dive - Gainesville, FL1/17/14 - The Social - Orlando, FL1/18/14 - OM Bar - New Smyrna, FL1/24/14 - Hoss’s Deli - Newport News, VA2/7/14 - The Hamilton - Washington, DC2/8/13 - Sycamore Deli - Blacksburg, VA2/12/14 - ABC - Harrisburg, PA2/13/14 - Fontana’s - New York, NY2/14/14 - 10th Street Live - Kenilworth, NJ2/15/14 - Triumph Brewing - New Hope, PA2/19/14 - The Spot  - Providence, RI2/21/14 - Nectar’s - Burlington, VT2/22/14 - Church - Boston, MA3/21 - 3/23/14 - The Green Parrot - Key West, FL3/29/14 - Slide Into Spring Craft Brew & Music Festival - Fernandia Beach, FL

HUKA Entertainment is proud to present Slightly Stoopid on Thursday, April 24th, 2014 at the newly renovated Joy Theater. Known for their “feel-good vibe” and collaborative efforts, the California-based surf-rock outfit will kick off Jazz Fest’s legendary nighttime concerts for 2014. Slightly Stoopid are no strangers to New Orleans and have often invited veteran local musicians including Karl Denson, Ivan Neville, members of Galactic, and more to join them on stage. Fans can expect special guests to be announced in the coming weeks.Slightly Stoopid were signed nearly two decades ago to Skunk Records. The band members were still in high school when Sublime's Bradley Nowell handpicked them to appear on his burgeoning label. Since then, the ensemble has pursued a relentless touring schedule and become favorites in the live concert and festival scene.Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Friday, January 31st at 11 am CT and are available online at www.thejoytheater.com and www.hukaentertainment.com. Who: Slightly Stoopid (with special guests TBA)Where: The Joy Theater1200 Canal Street, New Orleans, LAWhen: Thursday, April 24, 2014Time: Doors 7:00 PM / Show 8:00 PMTicket Price: $27.50 advanceAges: 18+Tickets: www.HukaEntertainment.com

Global-rock quintet Toubab Krewe have announced their 2014 spring “Chase The Sun” tour with dates across North America. The 24-date tour kicks off on March 12th in Colorado and takes the band throughout the Rockies, up to the Pacific Northwest, down the West Coast, and finally back east in mid-April.While nearly impossible to put into any box, Toubab Krewe’s globally switched-on sound captures Afro-pop sensibilities mixed with Rock and Folk; their shows are equally as riveting with swirling melodies played on kora, soku and guitar.For more information on Toubab Krewe or to purchase tickets, visit their website at www.toubabkrewe.com. Tickets may also be purchased at venue box offices.Toubab Krewe “Chase The Sun” Tour DatesMarch 12 - Fort Collins, CO - Hodi's Half NoteMarch 13 - Boulder, CO - Fox TheatreMarch 14 - Vail, CO - Shakedown BarMarch 15 - Crested Butte, CO - The EldoMarch 16 - Salt Lake City, UT - The State RoomMarch 19 - Victoria, BC - Lucky BarMarch 20 - Seattle, WA - Tractor TavernMarch 21 - Portland, OR - Star TheaterMarch 22 - Eugene, OR - Cozmic PizzaMarch 23 - Arcata, CA - Humboldt BrewsMarch 26 - Sacramento, CA - Harlow'sMarch 27 - Oakland, CA - The New ParishMarch 28 - Santa Cruz, CA - Moe's AlleyMarch 29 - San Diego, CA - Winston's Beach ClubMarch 30 - Los Angeles, CA - The MintApril 15 - Lexington, KY - Cosmic Charlie'sApril 16 - Louisville, KY - ZanzabarApril 18 - Chicago, IL - Martyrs'April 19 - Grand Rapids, MI - The StacheApril 22 - Cleveland Heights, OH - Grog ShopApril 23 - Pittsburgh, PA - Club CafeApril 24 - Philadelphia, PA - North Star BarApril 25 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn BowlApril 27 - Syracuse, NY - The Westcott Theater

Forecastle Festival returns this summer led by hip hop royalty, Outkast; 21st century rocker, Jack White; and alt-rock renaissance man, Beck. The three-day music celebration, now in its 12th year, will take place July 18–20, 2014 at the award-winning Waterfront Park, a sweeping green space on the banks of the Ohio River, framed by the skyline of downtown Louisville.The Replacements, Ray Lamontagne, Band of Horses, Spoon, Nickel Creek, Dwight Yoakam, Twenty One Pilots, Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, Local Natives and Gary Clark Jr., plus more than 40 others round out the lineup. Louisville-based post-rock outfit, Slint, will also reunite for their first hometown show in nearly 10 years. A full list of confirmed acts can be found below.A limited number of weekend passes go on sale this Friday, March 7 at noon EST at ForecastleFest.com, Ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets. Weekend passes start at $144.50 plus applicable service fees. VIP experiences, travel packages and payment-plan options will also be available. Full details are available at forecastlefest.com/tickets.The Bourbon Lodge, Forecastle’s slice of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, will return in 2014 with a full lineup of bourbon offerings, bourbon education, a bourbon-inspired culinary experience and much more. Fans of bourbon will have the option to purchase advanced Bourbon Lodge memberships with their weekend pass through Ticketmaster.A full list of activities will be announced soon, including the Kentucky Landing, a new feature which will offer a variety of craft beer breweries, local food trucks and a selection of non-profit organizations and craft vendors selling Kentucky-made goods.Highlighted in Rolling Stone as “one of the coolest festivals in America” and acclaimed by American Songwriter as “a rock and roll paradise,” the Forecastle Festival has evolved from a small community event into one of the country’s premier festival destinations.The event offers an immersive experience that’s distinctly Louisville—beyond the first-class musical lineup—highlighting the region’s burgeoning culinary and arts scene, Kentucky’s unique bourbon heritage and more. The festival continues to emphasize sustainability practices and conservation initiatives, exhibited by the festival’s non-profit organization, the Forecastle Foundation.Single day passes and late-night show tickets, along with the daily schedule of artists and late-night events will be available soon. For more information on Forecastle, visit forecastlefest.com.The confirmed Forecastle 2014 lineup includes: OutkastJack WhiteBeckThe ReplacementsRay LamontagneBand of HorsesSpoonNickel CreekDwight YoakamTwenty One PilotsSharon Jones & The Dap-KingsLocal NativesGary Clark Jr.Jason Isbell & The 400 UnitJenny LewisTrampled By TurtlesLord HuronTune-YardsJJ Grey & MofroAction BronsonSlintFlumeAgainst Me!Sun Kil MoonSharon Van EttenThe Black LipsSt. LuciaBrett DennenTouristLuciusNightmares On Wax (live)Charli XCXClaude VonStrokeSpanish GoldDrew Holcomb & The NeighborsThe Soul RebelsAvey Tare's Slasher FlicksReignwolfWaxahatcheeChrome SparksHayes CarllWillie WatsonFoy VanceHurray For the Riff RaffThe DistrictsBenjamin BookerJohnnyswimLeaguesOld BabyBlue Sky Black DeathMatrimonyMount MoriahSeluahThe WeeksJaLin RozeYoung & SickJill AndrewsThe WansGoodbye June For more information on Forecastle, visit forecastlefest.com.

Returning this summer led by Outkast, Jack White, Beck and The Replacements, The Forecastle Festival will offer single day tickets beginning Friday, April 4, 2014 at Noon EDT.A limited number of single-day general admission tickets will be available for $74.50, and will increase to $84.50 once the initial allotment is gone. General admission weekend passes are currently available for $184.50, moving to $199.50 in the next and final tier.Single day VIP passes will also be available for $199.50. With VIP Weekend passes and VIP travel packages now SOLD OUT, this is the last chance for fans to experience Forecastle 2014 in true VIP style.All festival tickets are available at ForecastleFest.com, Ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets.The full breakdown of lineup by day can be found below. For more information on Forecastle, visit ForecastleFest.com.

Fresh off of recent sold-out performances with 311 and an appearance at the Electric Forest Festival, New Orleans prog-funk quintet Earphunk are proud to announce details for the release of their new studio album, Sweet Nasty. The band will hit the road to support the release of their third LP with two-months of dates including shows with Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk and the Kyle Hollingsworth Band. A full tour schedule is below.On August 18th, 2014, Earphunk will partner with the direct-to-fan publisher platform BitTorrent Bundle to exclusively release a content-rich multimedia bundle of Sweet Nasty. The next day, on August 19th, 2014, the album will be available on digital retail platforms worldwide. Earphunk joins a list of innovative marquee acts embracing the emerging publisher platform including Pretty Lights, Gramatik and G-Eazy. Last month, Earphunk partnered with BitTorrent Bundle to release their first Phunk Bundle offering fans a collection of live shows and studio albums available for streaming or download.Sweet Nasty featured technically inspired jams and high-energy funk. It was recorded over the past year at Studio in the Country in the band’s home state in-between multiple national and regional tour runs. Fans can download an exclusive live recording of “Saura”, a new track from the album, at the newly redesigned earphunk.com.Earphunk Sweet Nasty Tour Dates08-08 Alexandria, LA - Spirits08-09 Lafayette, LA - Artmosphere08-10 Aroyo Seco, NM - Taos Mesa Brewing Company08-11 Albuquerque, NM - Low Spirits08-16 Park City, UT - Canyons Concert Series08-17 Monroe, UT - Mystic Hot Springs08-19 Bellingham, WA - Wild Buffalo08-20 Seattle, WA - Nectar Lounge08-21 Portland, OR - The Goodfoot08-22:Moscow, ID - John's Alley08-23 Missoula, MT - Monk's08-24 Missoula, MT- River City Roots Festival08-27 Fort Collins, CO - Aggie Theatre08-28 Denver, CO - Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom *08-29 Laramie, WY - Snowy Range Music Festival09-02 Tulsa, OK -- The Shrine09-03 Dallas,TX - Granada Theatre09-04 Houston,TX - Last Concert Cafe09-05 Baton Rouge, LA - Varsity Theatre09-06 Austin, TX - The Parish09-07 Nashville, TN - Exit/In09-08 Birmingham,AL - Zydeco09-17 Charleston, SC - Pour House09-18 Atlanta, GA - Terminal West #09-19 Charlotte, NC - Chop Shop09-20 Athens, GA - Georgia Theatre #09-26 Lake Charles, LA - Luna Live09-27 New Orleans, LA - Tipitina's  * with Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk# with Kyle Hollingsworth Band

This August, Pacific Northwest new-grass troubadours Fruition hit the road with headline and festival dates across the U.S. with over 30 performances slated during the months of August and September. Fruition are logging the miles with shows from Santa Cruz, California to the Carolinas and back. Stops also include performances in St. Louis, Chicago, NYC, Atlanta, Denver, and Seattle. This will be Fruition’s first East Coast headlining run after two trips down the Eastern Seaboard with Greensky Bluegrass and then The Infamous Stringdusters. Additionally, the quintet is proud to announce plans to digitally release an EP recorded with members of Grant Farm this fall.

Fruition and Grant Farm recently spent a day in the studio to record four new songs, which include songwriting contributions from both bands. "Random Lee," a song written by Fruition's Jay Cobb Anderson, Mimi Naja, and Kellen Asebroek, will be the first song from the compilation and will be available this month. A full EP will be released through all digital retailers this fall as well as on CD at upcoming shows. Grant Farm will join Fruition for the end of tour homecoming show at Portland's Wonder Ballroom, as well as shows in Seattle and Denver.

For more information on Fruition, visit http://fruitionband.com

Fruition Tour Dates

08-20 Crested Butte, CO - Live! From Mt. Crested Butte
08-21 Telluride, CO - Fly Me To The Moon Saloon
08-22 Keystone, CO - Keystone Mountain Town Festival
08-23 Keystone, CO - Keystone Mountain Town Festival
08-24 Nederland, CO- Nedfest
08-26 Iowa City, IA - Gabe’s
08-27 St. Louis, MO - The Old Rock House
08-28 Bloomington, IN - Bluebird Nightclub
08-29 Kalamazoo, MI - Bell’s Brewery
08-31 Manteno, IL - Shoe Fest
09-01 Chicago, IL - City Winery
09-03 Syracuse, NY - The Westcott Theater
09-04 Somerville, MA - Johnny D’s
09-05 New York, NY - Drom
09-06 South Burlington, VT - Higher Ground
09-07 Fall River, MA - Narrows Center For The Arts
09-09 Washington, DC - The Hamilton
09-10 Charlottesville, VA - The Southern
09-11 Raleigh, NC - The Lincoln Theater
09-12 Asheville, NC - River Music Series
09-13 Charlotte, NC - National Whitewater Center
09-16 Charleston, SC - The Pour House
09-17 Atlanta, GA - Terminal West
09-18 Athens, GA - The Green Room
09-19 Hickory, NC - Series Under The Sails
09-20 Bristol, TN - Bristol Rhythm And Roots Reunion
09-21 Bristol, TN - Bristol Rhythm And Roots Reunion
09-23 Lawrence, KS - The Bottleneck
09-25 - Denver, CO - Bluebird Theater*
09-26 Fort Collins, CO - Aggie Theatre
09-27 Colorado Springs, CO - Stargazers Theatre
09-28 - Aspen, CO - Belly Up Aspen
10-09 Seattle, WA - Nectar Lounge*
10-11 Portland, OR - Wonder Ballroom*
 
* Shows with Grant Farm

Portland, Oregon based Fruition have emerged as a must-see band on the Americana scene and have captured audiences with their soaring 3-part harmonies and new-grass string arrangements. With no signs of slowing down, Fruition are heading back on the road and headlining their first East Coast run following successful tours with Greensky Bluegrass and The Infamous Stringdusters.

Fruition Tour Dates

08-20 Crested Butte, CO - Live! From Mt. Crested Butte

08-21 Telluride, CO - Fly Me To The Moon Saloon

08-22 Keystone, CO - Keystone Mountain Town Festival

08-23 Keystone, CO - Keystone Mountain Town Festival

08-24 Nederland, CO- Nedfest

08-26 Iowa City, IA - Gabe’s

08-27 St. Louis, MO - The Old Rock House

08-28 Bloomington, IN - Bluebird Nightclub

08-29 Kalamazoo, MI - Bell’s Brewery

08-31 Manteno, IL - Shoe Fest

09-01 Chicago, IL - City Winery

09-03 Syracuse, NY - The Westcott Theater

09-04 Somerville, MA - Johnny D’s

09-05 New York, NY - Drom

09-06 South Burlington, VT - Higher Ground

09-07 Fall River, MA - Narrows Center For The Arts

09-09 Washington, DC - The Hamilton

09-10 Charlottesville, VA - The Southern

09-11 Raleigh, NC - The Lincoln Theater

09-12 Asheville, NC - River Music Series

09-13 Charlotte, NC - National Whitewater Center

09-16 Charleston, SC - The Pour House

09-17 Atlanta, GA - Terminal West

09-18 Athens, GA - The Green Room

09-19 Hickory, NC - Series Under The Sails

09-20 Bristol, TN - Bristol Rhythm And Roots Reunion

09-21 Bristol, TN - Bristol Rhythm And Roots Reunion

09-23 Lawrence, KS - The Bottleneck

09-25 - Denver, CO - Bluebird Theater*

09-26 Fort Collins, CO - Aggie Theatre

09-27 Colorado Springs, CO - Stargazers Theatre

09-28 - Aspen, CO - Belly Up Aspen

10-09 Seattle, WA - Nectar Lounge*

10-11 Portland, OR - Wonder Ballroom*

* Shows with Grant Farm

Ambassadors of funk Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band are proud to announce plans to release a new studio album chock full of rump-shaking tunes inspired by the classic funk era. Funk Life, the quintet’s follow-up to 2013’s Onward! is set to be released next spring. As the band’s fourth full-length album, Funk Life will deliver all of the classic Booty Band elements of deep grooves and smoking horns, with a smattering of special guests.

Booty Band will hit the road this fall with an arsenal of new songs and shows along the entire East Coast. YMBFBB are blazing a path on I-95 leaving a wake of good times and dancing shoes with stops from the top of Maine all the way down to the Conch Republic for Key West’s famed Fantasy Fest. Fans will get an extra dose of funk when they catch Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band opening for Dumpstaphunk in Athens and Chattanooga plus additional co-bill performances with Spiritual Rez in Florida and The Mantras in North Carolina. On November 13th, the Booty Band will return to the nation’s capital in follow up to their recent DC performance opening for godfathers of funk, George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic.

To stay up to date with all things Booty Band, visit http://www.bootyband.com

Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band Tour Dates

9/3/14 - Nectars - Burlington, VT
9/4/14 - BRYAC Restaurant & Raw Bar - Bridgeport, CT
9/5/14 - Brighton Music Hall - Allston, MA
9/6/14 - New England Canna Carnival - Harmony, ME
9/10/14 - The Music Farm - Columbia, SC
9/11/14 - Charleston Pour House - Charleston, SC
9/12/14 - Gottrocks - Greenville, SC
9/13/14 - Music Fest at Blue Bear Mountain - Todd, NC
9/26/14 - Tuck’s Tap & Grill - Cullowhee, NC
9/27/14 - PeasFest Music Festival - Greenville, NC
10/3/14 - New Mountain (Outdoor Show) - Asheville, NC
10/4/14 - Scruffy City Music Hall - Knoxville, TN
10/9/14 - The Georgia Theatre - Athens, GA *
10/10/14 - Track 29 - Chattanooga, TN *
10/16/14 - Sidebar - Tallahassee, FL ^
10/17/14 - The Jam - Gainesville, FL ^
10/18/14 - The Social - Orlando, FL ^
10/24/14 - The Green Parrot (Fantasy Fest) - Key West, FL
10/31/14 - Legends - Boone, NC
11/1/14 - RiverView Concerts - Smyrna, GA
11/6/14 - The Barrel House - Savannah, GA
11/13/14 - The Hamilton - Washington, DC
11/21/14 - Southland Ballroom - Raleigh, NC %
11/22/14 - Southland Ballroom - Raleigh, NC %

*opening for Dumpstaphunk
^ with Spiritual Rez
% with The Mantras

HUKA Entertainment is proud to welcome The Meter Men featuring Page McConnell of Phish to The Joy Theater on April 24th and 25th, 2015. This very special two-night run will take place during the first weekend of New Orleans’ venerable Jazz and Heritage Fest. Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday, November 14th at 11 am CT.
 
The Meter Men, featuring original members of The Meters, includes drummer Zigaboo Modeliste, guitarist Leo Nocentelli and bassist George Porter, Jr. Formed in 1965, The Meters pioneered the New Orleans funk scene and have influenced countless musicians with their identifiable sound. Joining The Meter Men is keyboardist Page McConnell of Phish, who headlined the New Orleans Jazz Fest this past April. Phish were allocated an unprecedented three-hour set on the first Saturday of the festival, a rarity for Jazz Fest performers. One year later, McConnell returns to the Crescent City for another groundbreaking performance - this time with seminal funk band, The Meter Men.
 
HUKA Entertainment subscribers will have access to presale tickets beginning on Wednesday, November 12th at 11:00 am. To sign up for HUKA Entertainment newsletters and receive exclusive information on HUKA events, visit http://eepurl.com/Knip5
 
Opening the night is Earphunk. Known for their unique brand of “prog-funk”, this young New Orleans quintet are turning heads with their studio recent release, Sweet Nasty, and high-energy live performances.

Who: The Meter Men featuring Page McConnell (of Phish)
Opening Band: Earphunk
When: April 24th & 25th, 2015 - First weekend of Jazz Fest
Where: The Joy Theater (1200 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70112)
Doors/ Show Times: 10 pm / 10:30 pm
Ticket Prices: $69.50 - 129.00
Purchase Tickets: TheJoyTheater.com and HukaEntertainment.com
HUKA Presale: Wednesday, November 12th at 11 am CT
General Public Onsale: Friday, November 14th at 11 am CT

Just in time for the holidays, The Forecastle Festival will host a special presale on Friday, December 5 at noon EST through ForecastleFest.com. Louisville’s three-day festival celebrating the best in music, art and environmental activism is set to take place July 17-19, 2015 at Louisville’s Waterfront Park.
 
A limited number of general admission weekend passes will be available for $129.50 plus applicable fees. General admission travel packages, which include lodging at the Brown Hotel or Seelbach Hilton, will also be available beginning Friday. Full ticketing options, including VIP, payment plans and single day tickets, will be revealed in early 2015 along with the festival lineup.
 
Exclusive fan hotel rates for the festival weekend are available now. Visit ForecastleFest.com for a full list of pricing and locations.
 
For the latest news and updates from Forecastle Festival, fans can visit ForecastleFest.com, Facebook and Twitter, and sign up for the Forecastle newsletter.
 
Forecastle is held at Louisville’s scenic, 85-acre Waterfront Park. Since 2002, the Festival has featured musical guests including Outkast, The Black Keys, Jack White, Beck, My Morning Jacket, String Cheese Incident, Bassnectar, Wilco, The Flaming Lips, The Smashing Pumpkins, Widespread Panic, The Avett Brothers, Pretty Lights, Sleigh Bells, Spoon, DEVO, Band of Horses, She & Him, Big Boi, Girl Talk, A-Trak, Sleater-Kinney, Umphrey’s McGee and many more. The festival also highlights the best of bourbon country with the Bourbon Lodge, an interactive experience more featuring more than 10,000 square feet of bourbon-focused activities and tastings.

Bomnnaro has announced their intial lineup for 2015.  This year's headliners include Billy Joel, Mumford & Sons, Deadmau5, Robert Plant and many more.  Some notable bluegrass shows include: Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn, Larry Douglas, Punch Brothers, Trampled by Turtles and more.

2015 Lineup:

ARTISTS

Billy Joel

Mumford & Sons

Deadmau5

Kendrick Lamar

Florence + The Machine

Robert Plant & The Sensational Space Shifters

My Morning Jacket

Bassnectar

Alabama Shakes

Childish Gambino

Flume

Hozier

Slayer

Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals

Belle & Sebastian

Spoon

The War on Drugs

STS9

Ben Folds

SuperJam !

Atmosphere

Atomic Bomb! Who is William Onyeabor?

Tears for Fears

Brandi Carlile

twenty | one | pilots

The Bluegrass Situation SuperJam featuring Ed Helms and Special Guests

Flying Lotus

Earth Wind & Fire

Caribou

Gary Clark Jr.

SBTRKT

Punch Brothers

Medeski, Scofield, Martin, & Wood

Tove Lo

Run The Jewels

Dawes

G-Eazy

Trampled By Turtles

Sturgill Simpson

Moon Taxi

Awolnation

Sylvan Esso

Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn

Guster

Jamie XX

Against Me!

Odesza

SOJA

Jerry Douglas presents Earls of Leicester

Bleachers

Rudimental

Mac DeMarco

Tycho

The Very Best

Freddie Gibbs & Madlib

Shakey Graves

Shabazz Palaces

Gramatik

MØ

Unknown Mortal Orchestra

Jungle

Benjamin Booker

Houndmouth

The Growlers

Glass Animals

Ana Tijoux

SZA

Courtney Barnett

Rhiannon Giddens

Royal Blood

Tanya Tagaq

Woods

Hurray for the Riff Raff

Iceage

Temples

Between the Buried & Me

Rustie

Ryn Weaver

Dopapod

Pokey LaFarge

Priory

Bahamas

Strand of Oaks

Phox

Gregory Alan Isakov

Brownout Presents BROWN SABBATH

The Districts

Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear

DMA’s

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Unlocking The Truth

Shaky Knees Festival is proud to announce the 2015 lineup for its third annual music festival happening May 8-10, 2015. The Strokes, The Avett Brothers, Wilco, Pixies, Social Distortion, Ryan Adams, Tame Impala, Old Crow Medicine Show, Neutral Milk Hotel, TV on the Radio, James Blake, and many more will perform on four stages over the course of three days. This year, Shaky Knees is pleased to announce that the festival will move to its new home in Atlanta, GA’s Central Park. A confirmed lineup is listed below.

A limited number of advance price three-day passes go on sale this Friday, January 16th at 10 AM ET. Advance tickets are $199 for General Admission and $499 for VIP. Once advance tickets are sold out, passes will be sold at the full price rate of $215 and $599 for GA and VIP, respectively. VIP ticket packages include access to premiere viewing areas at all stages; complimentary beer and water; catered lunch and light dinner fare; access to private bathrooms; and cash liquor bars. Tickets can be purchased through shakykneesfestival.com.

In only its third year, Shaky Knees has accumulated a strong indie-rock credibility amongst music fans and critics. Its success can be attributed to the festival’s niche identity carved out by a solid lineup of top tier indie and alternative rock names. Festival guests of Shaky Knees will enjoy the convenience of the event’s new location just east of downtown. Central Park in Midtown Atlanta allows easy access to local transportation including the MARTA as well as numerous lodging options. Discounted hotel rates for Shaky Knees attendees are available through W Hotels of Atlanta at whotelsofatlanta.com/shakyknees.

For more information on Shaky Knees Music Festival including lodging, transportation and VIP packages, visit shakykneesfestival.com.

Stay up to date with Shaky Knees announcements on Facebook at facebook.com/shakykneesfest and Twitter at twitter.com/shakykneesfest.

WHAT: SHAKY KNEES MUSIC FESTIVAL
WHEN: FRIDAY, MAY 8 – SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2015
WHERE: CENTRAL PARK IN MIDTOWN ATLANTA, GA (located at Central Park Pl and Linden Ave in Midtown Atlanta)
TICKETS ADVANCE: On sale Friday, January 16th at 10 AM ET: $199 for 3-DAY GA/ $499 for 3-Day VIP
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: shakykneesfestival.com/ticket-details
FESTIVAL WEBSITE: shakykneesfestival.com

The Forecastle Festival will return this summer led by Louisville hometown heroes My Morning Jacket; soulful breakout star, Sam Smith; southern rock heavyweights, Widespread Panic; and indie veterans, Modest Mouse. The three-day music celebration, now in its 13th year, will take place July 17–19, 2015, at the award-winning Waterfront Park, a sweeping green space on the banks of the Ohio River framed by the skyline of downtown Louisville.  
 
Hailing from Bowling Green, Kentucky, and New Albany, Indiana, respectively, Cage the Elephant and Houndmouth add to the stellar regional talent atop this year’s Forecastle bill, the former currently working on their follow-up to the Grammy-nominated Melophobia and the latter eyeing a March 17 release of the highly-anticipated Little Neon Limelight via Rough Trade Records.
 
The family duo of Wilco frontman Jeff and his son Spencer Tweedy will showcase their recent collaboration as TWEEDY, while The Word, featuring pedal steel virtuoso Robert Randolph, B3 maestro John Medeski and the incomparable North Mississippi Allstars will bring the gospel stylings of Soul Food, their first album in 14 years, coming out May 5. Others notable acts include Tallest Man On Earth, Portugal. The Man, RL Grime, First Aid Kit, Desaparecidos, Shovels & Rope, Big K.R.I.T. and more. A full list of confirmed artists from the initial lineup can be found below. Additional artists will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
Weekend passes go on sale this Friday, January 30, 2015, at noon EST at ForecastleFest.com and all Ticketmaster outlets. A limited number of weekend passes start at $144.50 plus fees. VIP experiences, travel packages and payment plan options will also be available. Full details can be found at ForecastleFest.com.
 
The Bourbon Lodge, Forecastle’s slice of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, will return in 2015 with a full lineup of bourbon offerings, bourbon education, a bourbon-inspired culinary experience and much more. Fans of bourbon will have the option to purchase advanced Bourbon Lodge memberships with their weekend pass through Ticketmaster.
 
Also returning in 2015, The Kentucky Landing will feature a variety of regional craft beers, local food trucks and a selection of non-profit organizations and craft vendors selling Kentucky-made goods.
 
Highlighted in Rolling Stone as “one of the coolest festivals in America” and acclaimed by American Songwriter as “a rock and roll paradise,” the Forecastle Festival has evolved from a small community event into one of the country’s premier festival destinations. 
 
The event offers an immersive experience that’s distinctly Louisville—beyond the first-class musical lineup—highlighting the region’s burgeoning culinary and arts scene, Kentucky’s unique bourbon heritage and more. The festival continues to emphasize sustainability practices and conservation initiatives, exhibited by the festival’s non-profit organization, the Forecastle Foundation.
 
Artist additions, single day tickets and late-night show tickets, along with the daily schedule of artists, late-night events and other activities will be available soon. For the latest news and updates from Forecastle Festival, fans can visit ForecastleFest.com, Facebook and Twitter, and sign up for the Forecastle newsletter.
 
The initial Forecastle 2015 lineup includes:
 
Sam Smith
My Morning Jacket
Widespread Panic
Modest Mouse
Cage the Elephant
Houndmouth
TWEEDY
Tallest Man On Earth
Portugal. The Man
RL Grime
First Aid Kit
Desaparecidos
Shovels & Rope
Big K.R.I.T.
The Word
Cold War Kids
The Gaslight Anthem
Sturgill Simpson
St. Paul & the Broken Bones
Cherub
iLoveMakonnen
San Fermin
Kiesza
Over The Rhine
The Lone Bellow
People Under The Stairs
The Barr Brothers
Alvvays
Milo Greene
The SteelDrivers
Field Report
Speedy Ortiz
Son Lux
JEFF The Brotherhood
King Tuff
Noah Gundersen
Twin Peaks
Cathedrals
Fly Golden Eagle
Diarrhea Planet
The Revivalists
Empires
Broncho
White Reaper
Twin Limb
Knox Hamilton
Parker Millsap

The soulful sisters of Rising Appalachia and their band have announced the Wider Circles Rail Tour in celebration of their forthcoming album release Wider Circles, due out on April 21st. The tour kicks off in New Orleans and winds its way by train throughout the Southwest with stops in New Mexico, Arizona, and Texas (see full schedule below).

Present day troubadours, Leah Song and Chloe Smith, drew from a melting pot of genres when compiling the 15-track Wider Circles album. With influences of folk, soul, roots, world music, and poetry, the album showcases the alchemy of sibling harmonies paired with banjo and fiddle duets. Joined by full-time band members Biko Casini (world percussion) and David Brown (stand-up bass / baritone guitar), Wider Circles was inspired by folk standards and traditional hymns, old mountain odes, and activist anthems that pull equally from the swampy sounds of the bayou, the twang of the Appalachian mountains, and the beat of a global rhythm. “The album is a deep reflection of the many influences and experiences we have intimately lived and have built our songs on,“ explains Leah. “Wider Circles is a subtle and powerful folk anthem.”

The album’s release also signifies a new chapter in Rising Appalachia’s “Slow Music Movement” approach to touring - an effort to promote sustainable touring practices and to be immersed in local communities. “It’s an effort to take the glitz and glam out of the music industry and bring performance back to its roots. A place where musicians are not just part of fast-paced entertainment, but instead influence the cultural shift as troubadours, activists, and catalysts of justice,” explains Leah. The ‘Slow Music Movement’ encourages musicians to try out ‘non-industry standard’ ways of bringing music into the world by “linking to local communities and staying with local friends; pursuing alternative venues for performances and supporting local businesses with farm-to-table hospitality; providing local non-profits at each show a platform to display information; exploring alternative methods of travel including train, bike, low impact vehicles, boat, horse, or simply focusing on regional touring; and encouraging concert goers to take in more than just the catharsis of the music.”

For more information about Rising Appalachia, visit www.RisingAppalachia.com.

Full Tour Dates:
3/28/15 - New Orleans, LA - Civic Theater (with Resonant Rouges)
3/31/15 - Roswell, NM - TBA
4/2/15 - Taos, NM - Taos Mesa Brewing
4/3/15 - Santa Fe, NM - Skylight Santa Fe
4/4/15 - Albuquerque, NM - TBA
4/6/15 - Flagstaff, AZ - The Green Room
4/8/15 - Eden, AZ - Epic Eden Festival
4/10/15 - Phoenix, AZ - Crescent City Ballroom
4/11/15 - Tucson, AZ - Congress Hotel
4/18/15 - Austin, TX - Old Settler’s Music Festival

Shaky Knees Festival has added five more bands to its already stacked 2015 lineup. Ride, John Grant, Kevin Devine, Mitski, and Hey Rosetta! will join previously announced artists The Strokes, The Avett Brothers, Wilco, Pixies, Social Distortion, Ryan Adams, Tame Impala, Old Crow Medicine Show, Neutral Milk Hotel, TV on the Radio, James Blake, and many more May 8-10, 2015 in Atlanta, GA’s Central Park. A confirmed lineup by day is listed below.

A limited number of single day passes are now available. Advance general admission single day tickets are $99 per day and $199 for an advance three day pass. Single day VIP passes are $225 per day and $599 for a full price three day pass (advance 3-day VIP tickets have already sold out). VIP ticket packages include access to premiere viewing areas at all stages; complimentary beer and water; catered lunch and light dinner fare; access to private bathrooms; and cash liquor bars. Tickets can be purchased through shakykneesfestival.com.

For more information on Shaky Knees Music Festival including lodging, transportation and VIP packages, visit shakykneesfestival.com. Discounted hotel rates for Shaky Knees attendees are available through W Hotels of Atlanta at whotelsofatlanta.com/shakyknees.

Stay up to date with Shaky Knees announcements on Facebook at facebook.com/shakykneesfest and Twitter at twitter.com/shakykneesfest.

WHAT: SHAKY KNEES MUSIC FESTIVAL
WHEN: FRIDAY, MAY 8 – SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2015
WHERE: CENTRAL PARK IN MIDTOWN ATLANTA, GA (located at Central Park Pl and Linden Ave in Midtown Atlanta)
CURRENT TICKETS PRICES: $99 1-DAY GA/ $199 for 3-DAY GA/ $225 1-DAY VIP/ $599 for 3-Day VIP
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: shakykneesfestival.com/ticket-details/ 
FESTIVAL WEBSITE: shakykneesfestival.com

Shaky Knees Friday, May 8 Lineup:
The Strokes, Pixies, Mastodon, Brand New, TV on the Radio, James Blake, Manchester Orchestra, Death From Above 1979, Kaiser Chiefs, American Football, The Mountain Goats, Clutch, The Kooks, Wavves, Mac DeMarco, Two Gallants,

Tennis, Zella Day, Surfer Blood, Jukebox the Ghost, John Grant, Haerts, Black Pistol Fire, Mitski, Halsey, Blank Range

Shaky Knees Saturday, May 9 Lineup:
The Avett Brothers, Wilco, Social Distortion, Interpol, Noel Gallagher‘s High Flying Birds, Neutral Milk Hotel, Flogging Molly, Milky Chance, ZZ Ward, The Black Lips, Built to Spill, The Devil Makes Three, Real Estate, Mariachi El Bronx, Fidlar, Metz, The Bronx, Palma Violets, Speedy Ortiz, The Whiskey Gentry, Viet Cong, Kevin Devine, Hey Rosetta!, Field Report

Shaky Knees Sunday, May 10 Lineup:
Tame Impala, Ryan Adams, Ride, Old Crow Medicine Show, Dr. Dog, Spiritualized, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Ave, Panda Bear, Xavier Rudd & The United Nations, Best Coast, Frank Turner & the Sleeping Souls, The Both (Aimee Mann / Ted Leo ), Diamond Rugs, Minus the Bear, Old 97s, Heartless Bastards. The Mowgli's, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Fences, The Sheepdogs, The Damnwells, Steve Gunn, Matthew E. White, Nikki Lane

Atlanta’s synth-pop-rock onslaught Stokeswood will release their new album 2075 on June 16th, 2015. Voted “"Best Local Rock Act" by Creative Loafing in 2013 and 2014, the quintet combines a sinful blend of Alternative Rock, Electro-Pop, and EDM to create a bombastic foundation for their cleverly crafted songs. Stokewood are known for their high-energy performances, and for 2075, the band took careful measure to include the exuberance felt at their shows.

On 2075, Stokeswood merges strong vocals with up-tempo grooves to provide the backdrop for an undeniable dance party. “If The Killers, Holy Ghost!, and Panic! At the Disco were fused with Tea Leaf Green and Lotus, you might get something resembling Stokeswood,” says Sensible Reason. On stage, the band members can often be found gliding between keys, synths, bass, drums, and guitar like a game of musical chairs.

The album jumpstarts with the title track “2075” featuring a driving drum beat and blazing guitar licks. Layered vocal harmonies and synth lines pepper the album on tracks including “Forget” as well as the first single “Our Streets”. Closing out with arpeggiated synths on “Stop By”, 2075 delivers a heavy hitting dose of alternative rock with dance-pop sensibilities. 

The official video for “Our Streets”, released today, displays the band’s animated live performance style against a storyline reminiscent of Indiana Jones. The gritty tendencies of Stokeswood’s music, coupled with the polished production, create a riveting four-minute cinematic diversion. Watch it BELOW.

For more information on Stokeswood, visit - stokeswoodmusic.com 

The Forecastle Festival rounds out the lineup for its 2015 event with the additions of critically acclaimed Philly rockers The War on Drugs, blues-infused singer-songwriter ZZ Ward, genre-bending experimentalist Robert DeLong, and punk-rockers-turned-Latin-balladeers Mariachi El Bronx, who join Sam Smith, My Morning Jacket, Widespread Panic, Modest Mouse and more than 50 acts. The three-day music celebration, now in its 13th year, will take place July 17–19, 2015, at the award-winning Waterfront Park, a sweeping green space on the banks of the Ohio River framed by the skyline of downtown Louisville.  
 
The festival also welcomes Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds, Chris Stapleton, Lower Dens, Lizzo, Gabriel Garzón-Montano, Dr. Dundiff & Friends, and Fat Tony to the 2015 lineup in addition to the return of ASCAP Hours featuring an exciting mix of artists on the rise including Earl Burrows and Jeffrey James.
 
Single day passes will be available beginning Friday, April 10 at Noon ET. A limited number of single day general admission tickets will be available starting at $74.50 + fees. Single day VIP passes will also be available for $199.50 + fees, offering special entry lanes into the festival, premium viewing areas, exclusive bar and restrooms, free access to the Bourbon Lodge and more.
 
General admission weekend passes are currently available for $184.50 + fees. VIP and all-inclusive travel packages options are also on sale now. All festival tickets are available at ForecastleFest.com, Ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets.
 
Details on late-night shows, Bourbon Lodge and other Forecastle events will be available soon.
 
Highlighted in Rolling Stone as “one of the coolest festivals in America” and acclaimed by American Songwriter as “a rock and roll paradise,” the Forecastle Festival has evolved from a small community event into one of the country’s premier festival destinations. 
 
The full breakdown of lineup by day can be found below. For the latest news and updates from Forecastle Festival, fans can visit ForecastleFest.com, Facebook and Twitter and sign up for the Forecastle newsletter.

 
FRIDAY, JULY 17
Sam Smith
Cage The Elephant
Houndmouth
St. Paul and the Broken Bones
Gaslight Anthem
Big K.R.I.T.
Cold War Kids
ZZ Ward
Kiesza
JEFF the Brotherhood
Milo Greene
Alvvays
People Under the Stairs
Speedy Ortiz
San Fermin
Empires
Cathedrals
Fly Golden Eagle
Sister Sparrow & the Dirty Birds
Parker Millsap
 
SATURDAY, JULY 18
My Morning Jacket
The War on Drugs
Shovels & Rope
The Word
Sturgill Simpson
Desaparecidos
Cherub
ILoveMakonnen
The Lone Bellow
Mariachi El Bronx
The Revivalists
The Barr Brothers
Twin Peaks
Son Lux
BRONCHO
Knox Hamilton
Lower Dens
Dr. Dundiff & Friends
Earl Burrows
Jeffrey James
 
SUNDAY, JULY 19
Widespread Panic
Modest Mouse
TWEEDY
Portugal. The Man
The Tallest Man on Earth
First Aid Kit
RL Grime
Robert DeLong
Over the Rhine
King TUFF
The SteelDrivers
Field Report
Noah Gundersen
Chris Stapleton
Diarrhea Planet
Lizzo
White Reaper
Gabriel Garzón-Montano
Fat Tony
Twin Limb

With a focus on sustainability and community, the soulful sisters of Rising Appalachia and their band are proud to announce the release of Wider Circles today, Tuesday, April 21st. In synchronicity with Earth Day (April 22nd), the roots-meets-social conscious quartet recently took to traveling by train in an effort to promote their “Slow Music Movement.” Wider Circles is the perfect “Earth Day Soundtrack” says the Huffington Post, with tracks equally inspired by the swampy sounds of the bayou, the twang of the Appalachian Mountains, and the beat of a global rhythm. Rising Appalachia is currently on tour throughout the summer. A full list of tour dates including stops in New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles is below.

Rising Appalachia’s “Slow Music Movement” approach to touring is an effort to promote sustainable touring practices and to be immersed in local communities. For the recently completed first leg of the band’s album release tour, the band hit the rails and traveled across the Southwest via Amtrak train. “Traveling by train allowed us to slow things down and try out a non-industry standard way of bringing music into the world,” says Rising Appalachia’s Leah Song. “We were able to connect with communities on a local level by meeting with fans and friends, enjoying local food, and supporting local businesses. We all live in a fast-paced society and the entertainment world is no different. We see this as our opportunity to inspire a cultural shift as troubadours and activists."

For more information about Rising Appalachia, visit www.RisingAppalachia.com

Rising Appalachia Tour Dates
5/08/15 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom
5/10/15 – Pawtucket, RI – The Met
5/11/15 – Portland, ME – Port City Music Hall
5/14/15 – Burlington, VT – Higher Ground
5/15/15 – Northampton, MA – Pearl Street
5/16/15 – Philadelphia, PA – World Café Live
5/17/15 – Alexandria, VA – The Birchmere
5/22/15 – San Francisco, CA – Great American Music Hall
5/23/15 – Monterey County, CA – Lightning In A Bottle Festival
5/27/15 – San Luis Obispo, CA – Slo Brew
5/29/15 – Pomona, CA – The Glass House
5/30/15 – Los Angeles, CA – The Mint
5/31/15 – Solana Beach, CA – Belly Up
6/4-6/7 – Ozark, AR – Wakarusa Music Festival
6/13/15 – Asheville, NC – New Mountain Theatre (Amphitheatre)
6/18/15 – Greensboro, NC – Carolina Theatre
6/19/15 – Charlottesville, VA – The Jefferson Theatre
6/20/15 – Hedgesville, WV – Mad Tea Party Festival
7/3-7/4 – Quincy, CA – High Sierra Music Festival
7/16/15 – North Plains, OR – Northwest String Summit
7/18-7/19 – Vancouver, Canada – Vancouver Folk Music Festival

The Forecastle Festival will host a wide array of separately ticketed late-night shows on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, 2015. The intimate, after-hours events will take place at the Mercury Ballroom, Headliners Music Hall, and the historic, 100-year-old Belle of Louisville steamboat.
 
The Mercury Ballroom plays host to world-renowned rapper Talib Kweli on Friday, July 17 while brotherly duo The Floozies brings the funk on Saturday, July 18.
 
On Friday, July 17, Headliners Music Hall will feature Forecastle alumni and folk standouts Lord Huron with San Fermin. Saturday, July 18 brings a co-headline bill of psychedelic, garage rock from White Reaper and King Tuff.
 
The Belle of Louisville becomes trop house central on Friday, July 17 with SNBRN and Shaun Frank. Saturday’s event will showcase the solo stylings of Jamie xx, English producer and member of the critically acclaimed electronic pop act The xx.
 
Tickets for all six events will go on sale on Friday, May 15 at noon ET at ForecastleFest.com. Fans who purchase festival tickets prior to midnight ET tonight will have access to an exclusive online pre-sale starting tomorrow at 10AM ET for VIP ticket purchasers and Wednesday at 10AM ET for general admission ticket purchasers.

Weekend passes, single day tickets and travel packages, all including VIP and general admission options, are available now at ForecastleFest.com, Ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets.
 
For the latest news and updates from Forecastle Festival, fans can visit ForecastleFest.com, Facebook and Twitter and sign up for the Forecastle newsletter.
 
Friday, July 17:
Talib Kweli
Mercury Ballroom
11:00 PM Doors/ Midnight Show
$30.00 plus applicable fees
Ages 18+
 
Lord Huron with San Fermin
Headliners Music Hall
11:00 PM Doors/ Midnight Show
$23.00 plus applicable fees
Ages 18+
 
SNRBN with Shaun Frank
Belle of Louisville
11:00 PM Doors/ Midnight Show
$21.00 plus applicable fees
Ages 18+
 
Saturday, July 18:
The Floozies
Mercury Ballroom
11:00 PM Doors/ Midnight Show
$18.00 plus applicable fees
Ages 18+
 
Jamie xx
Belle of Louisville
11:00 PM Doors/ Midnight Show
$25.00 plus applicable fees
Ages 18+
 
White Reaper and King Tuff
Headliners Music Hall
11:00 PM Doors/ Midnight Show
$15.00 plus applicable fees
Ages 18+

What’s better than one night of Perpetual Groove? Two! Everyone’s favorite improv-rock band has returned and is stoked to announce back-to-back dates in select markets. Get ready St. Petersburg (Florida, not Russia), Brooklyn, Charleston, Denver, and Atlanta, PGroove are coming at ya! Asheville, NC will also get a healthy dose of the groove this August, and the already announced Resonance Festival in Ohio will experience PGroove’s only festival play of the summer.
 
This past weekend, Athens’ famed Georgia Theatre had a close encounter with the first 2015 #NotAReunion shows from Perpetual Groove. At on-sale, night one sold-out in less than 12 minutes, and night two - which was announced and released later the same night - sold-out in eight minutes flat.
 
PGroove is also proud to announce a three-night New Year’s residency at Terminal West with merry making, music, and heavenly lights by Jason Huffer. “We didn’t choose this place! We didn’t choose these people!” exclaims the band about their return to Atlanta, “they were invited!”  At the start of the five tones, 12 pm ET on Friday, June 5th, tickets will go on sale for all shows through venue websites and https://www.facebook.com/pgroove.
 
Just close your eyes, and hold your breath, and everything will turn real pretty… Watch the video announcement here

Perpetual Groove 2015 Tour Dates
July 31, 2015 - State Theatre - St. Petersburg, FL
August 1, 2015 - State Theatre - St. Petersburg, FL
August 29, 2015 - Pisgah Brewing Company - Asheville, NC
September 25, 2015 - Resonance Festival - Pataskala, OH
September 26, 2015 - Resonance Festival - Pataskala, OH
October 9, 2015 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY
October 10, 2015 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY
October 30, 2015 - Charleston Pour House - Charleston, SC
October 31, 2015 - Charleston Pour House - Charleston, SC
December 4, 2015 - Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom - Denver, CO
December 5, 2015 - Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom - Denver, CO
December 31, 2015 - Terminal West - Atlanta, GA
January 1, 2015 - Terminal West - Atlanta, GA
January 2, 2015 - Terminal West - Atlanta, GA

Funkadelic five-piece Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band are proud to debut the release of their new LP Funk Life today, June 2, 2015, on BitTorrent Bundle. This exclusive release is free and offers fans a content-rich multimedia experience. Featuring bold horn hits and classic funk riffs, Funk Life also reflects the band’s never-ending quest to deliver its modern vision of the genre.

On Bundle, fans can access the exclusive bonus track “Say I Am”, videos, live sets, posters, and photos along with the full album release of Funk Life. Embracing the motto ‘funk is more than a musical genre, it’s a way of life’, this alternative method of music delivery allows the Booty Band to offer fans the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in the funk life. For fans who seek a more traditional method of music delivery, Funk Life is also available on iTunes, Amazon and through CD Baby. Vinyl fans can look forward to a clear, limited-edition pressing this August.

Conceived in the back seat of a 1972 Impala, Funk Life is the product of a listening power-session with some of the funk greats: P-Funk, Sly and the Family Stone, Buddy Miles, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, and James Brown. Lead track “24/7” features sassy vocals and horns; “Wake Yo Self” is a caffeinated dance track that builds to a keys-driven crescendo; and the woman-power manifesto “Mama FeelGood” is a daring cover originally penned by James Brown and Lyn Collins.

Funk Life Links
BitTorrent Bundle - http://smarturl.it/FunkLifeBitTorrent
iTunes - http://smarturl.it/FunkLife
CD Baby - http://smarturl.it/FunkLifeCDBaby
Spotify - http://smarturl.it/FunkLifeSpotify
SoundCloud - http://smarturl.it/FunkLife_Soundcloud

Booty Band Website - http://bootyband.com/
Bandcamp - mp3's, CD's, Vinyl - http://smarturl.it/YMBFBB_FunkLife

The Funk Life BitTorrent Bundle includes:
Funk Life - mp3's & wav's
Exclusive Bonus Track - “Say I Am” (only available on BitTorrent Bundle)
Live Show from StrangeCreek Fest in Greenfield, MA
Live Video for “Funk Life” from New Mountain in Asheville, NC
Live Video for “Quick-E” from Echo Mountain Studios in Asheville, NC
2 Booty Band Posters
2 Booty Band Live Pictures
1 Booty Band Press Picture

Funk Life 2015 Tour Dates:
Fri, June 5 - Family Roots Festival - Glouster, OH
Sat, June 6 - Mountain Music Festival - Minden, WV
Thu, June 18 - Gottrocks - Greenville, SC
Fri, June 19 - Charleston Pour House - Charleston, SC
Sat, June 20 - Barrelhouse South - Savannah, GA
Thu, June 25 - The Broadberry - Richmond, VA
Sat, June 27 - Shepherdstown Street Festival - Shepherdstown, WV
Fri, July 3 - The Hamilton - Washington, DC
Sun, Jul 5 - Salt Ultra Lounge - Emerald Isle, NC
Fri, Jul 10 - Martin’s Downtown Bar & Grill - Roanoke, VA
Sat, Jul 11 - Snowshoe Chili Cookoff - Snowshoe, WV
Fri, Jul 17 - Burning Can Brevard - Beer and Music - Hendersonville, NC
Fri, Aug 7 - The Whiskey - Wilmington, NC
Fri, Aug 28 - Southland Ballroom - Raleigh, NC
Sat, Aug 29 - Outer Banks Brewing Station - Kill Devil Hills, NC
Fri, Sep 18 - Wormtown Music Festival - Greenfield, MA
Thu, Oct 15 - Phases of The Moon Festival - Ozark, AR
Sat, Oct 17 - Go Outside Festival - Roanoke, VA

Returning this summer, The Forecastle Festival, led by Sam Smith, My Morning Jacket, Widespread Panic and Modest Mouse, has released its daily schedule, available at ForecastleFest.com

Links to the daily schedule are provided below.  General admission weekend passes, single-day tickets, VIP and all-inclusive travel packages options are on sale now. All festival tickets are available at ForecastleFest.com, Ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets.

Friday, July 17
Saturday, July 18
Sunday, July 19

Kick-Off Event Set for Thursday, July 16
Forecastle and Against The Grain Brewery will once again host the official Forecastle Kick-Off event on Thursday, July 16. The event will offer local eats, treats and drinks. All general admission and VIP weekend pass holders, plus Friday VIP ticket holders, can pick up wristbands at the event. The kick-off will also feature live music from rockers Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds, Louisville natives Discount Guns, and Aaron Chadwell and Sam Sneed of Night Visions Radio (WFPK). Early check-in starts at 5pm; music starts at 7pm.

Highlighted in Rolling Stone as “one of the coolest festivals in America” and acclaimed by American Songwriter as “a rock and roll paradise,” the Forecastle Festival has evolved from a small community event into one of the country’s premier festival destinations. 

For the latest news and updates from Forecastle Festival, fans can visit ForecastleFest.com, Facebook and Twitter and sign up for the Forecastle newsletter.

The South just got a little funkier this fall with the announcement of the May The Phunk Be With You September tour featuring Earphunk and friends. Bookended by festivals in Oklahoma, the tour weaves Earphunk throughout the Southeast for select dates with The Main Squeeze, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe and Modern Measure. The tour will make stops in Oxford, Nashville, Atlanta, Birmingham, Baton Rouge, and the Carolinas, plus Athens where Earphunk will be joined by both Karl D and Modern Measure.

With the recent release of Sweet Nasty, Earphunk secured their place among chamberlains of the modern-funk movement. Relix Magazine confirms that on Sweet Nasty Earphunk were able to “[polish] their future funk sound, but still [capture] the rip-roaring grooves and spontaneous guitar freakouts that make their live show such a treat.”

For more information on Earphunk, visit: www.earphunk.com
 
Earphunk May The Phunk Be With You Fall Dates
09.05 - BACKWOODS MUSIC FESTIVAL - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
09.10 - THE LYRIC - OXFORD, MS *
09.11 - EXIT/IN - NASHVILLE, TN *
09.12 - TERMINAL WEST - ATLANTA, GA *
09.16 - CHARLESTON POUR HOUSE - CHARLESTON, SC #
09.17 - NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE - CHARLOTTE, NC *
09.18 - GEORGIA THEATRE - ATHENS, GA  # *
09.19 - NEW MOUNTAIN THEATRE - ASHEVILLE, NC #
09.24 - WORKPLAY THEATRE - BIRMINGHAM, AL ^^
09.25 - VARSITY THEATRE - BATON ROUGE, LA ^^
09.26 - TALOA MUSIC FESTIVAL - GUTHRIE, OK
 
* W/ THE MAIN SQUEEZE
# W/ KARL DENSON'S TINY UNIVERSE
^^ W/ MODERN MEASURE

Stewards of revelry ALO have announced their upcoming October 2nd, 2015 release Tangle Of Time will be available for pre-order from Pledge Music starting today, Wednesday, July 22, 2015. Jam-packed with freewheeling exuberance and deft songwriting, Tangle Of Time features tracks penned by each of the band’s four members who individually take stock in life, love, and family and combine their musings with a healthy dose of humor.

Along with the standard options of pre-ordering the album on CD and vinyl, ALO are offering fans exclusive opportunities through Pledge Music to get up-close and personal with the band. Additional pre-order incentives include postcards from the road, signed set lists, official lyric sheets, an afternoon record shopping trip, and even the opportunity tohave a pre-show dinner with the band.

Tangle Of Time is a jubilant collection of songs that evoke the California cool of 70s Pop/Rock while embracing the in-the-moment improv that has propelled the band for almost two decades. Although there is a distinct songwriting voice that can be heard on each track, the band’s collective efforts string the album into an unmistakably ALO offering. The first single, a Zach Gill (keys/vocals) led track entitled "The Ticket", offers up the one-two-punch of a synth-filled space-jam while his "There Was A Time" is an accordion driven tale of painting human history by firelight. Dan “Lebo” Lebowitz (guitar/vocals) also provides songs that counterpoint the album. “Undertow” features swirling guitar solos that extend an open-invitation to live improvisation, while “Push” is a jaunty yet thoughtful number with a playful guitar riff that's basically the musical equivalent of joy. Steve Adams’ (bass/vocals) "Not Old yet" is a light-hearted romp about keeping a positive perspective on life's long road of hurdles and surprises, and finally, Dave Brogan’s (drums/vocals) "Coast To Coast" (co-written with Ben Malan) offers a funky layer-upon-layer soundscape of esoteric textures telling the surreal tale of a band on the run.

To compliment their ever evolving fun-loving nature, ALO are expanding their live theatrical shenanigans for the album’s fall tour. Along with confetti canons, 12-foot beach balls, and elaborate theme nights, the band has a few tricks in store for fans which may or may not involve a ukulele that shoots lasers. The Tangle Of Time tour kicks off at Brooklyn Bowl in New York and continues on through cities across the country including Washington DC, Chicago, Austin, New Orleans, Atlanta and Denver before coming to a close in Seattle, WA in December. The band welcomes Portland, OR’s Fruition and New Orleans’ Yojimbo on select dates.
 
For more information on ALO, visit at alomusic.com or on Facebook at facebook.com/animalliberationorchestra
 
Visit ALO's Pledge Music campaign at pledgemusic.com/alo

Upcoming ALO Tour Dates:

10/07/15 – Brooklyn Bowl – Brooklyn, NY+
10/08/15 – The Hamilton – Washington, DC+
10/09/15 – The Sinclair – Boston, MA*
10/10/15 – 8x10 – Baltimore, MD*
10/11/15 – World Café Live – Philadelphia, PA*
10/13/15 – Beachland Ballroom – Cleveland, OH*
10/14/15 – Double Door – Chicago, IL*
10/15/15 – Rathskeller – Indianapolis, IN*
10/16/15 – Phases of the Moon Music and Art Festival – Ozark, AR
10/17/15 – The Parish – Austin, TX*
10/18/15 – One Eyed Jacks – New Orleans, LA*
10/20/15 – WorkPlay Theatre – Birmingham, AL*
10/21/15 – Exit/In – Nashville, TN*
10/22/15 – Terminal West – Atlanta, GA*
10/23/15 – Greenfield Lake Amphitheater – Wilmington, NC*
11/05/15 – Aggie Theatre – Ft Collins, CO*
11/06/15 – Belly Up – Aspen, CO*
11/07/15 – Bluebird Theatre – Denver, CO*
12/03/15 – HiFi – Eugene, OR
12/04/15 – Doug Fir Lounge – Portland, OR
12/05/15 – Nectar Lounge – Seattle, WA
 1/06/16 – Jam Cruise – Port of Miami, FL
 
+ w/Fruition
* w/ Yojimbo

Brewgrass Festival is proud to announce that Truth & Salvage Co. will join the 2015 music lineup along with headliner Jeff Austin Band, Big Daddy Love, and Packway Handle Band. This year's event will feature over 50 breweries sampling a diverse assortment of national and regional craft beers. Tickets for Brewgrass are on sale now at http://brewgrassfestival.com/.
 
Founded in 1996, Brewgrass Festival is Asheville, NC's original craft beer festival. North Carolina is home to over 100 breweries and brewpubs, and since those early days, Western North Carolina has formed a burgeoning beer scene - even reigning as “Beer City USA” four years in a row. Brewgrass Festival’s annual event has showcases some of the most in-demand and exciting brewers in the region.

Great American Country (GAC) recently identified Brewgrass Festival as one of "America's Best Craft Beer Festivals. They went on to say "Asheville is known for doing two things very well: bluegrass and craft pints. The Brewgrass Festival brings those two things together for one of the premiere brewery festivals on the East Coast." Read the full article here: GAC - Brewgrass Festival.

Brewgrass is proud to donate a portion of all proceeds to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina, a United Way agency. The organization serves young people in Western North Carolina in over nine counties, matching children (ages 6-14) from single-parent families with caring, adult mentors.

After a summer of appearances at some of America’s largest music festivals and a recent sold-out performance at Atlanta’s Terminal West, the Oyster Bay, New York quartet TAUK is proud to announce the release of their new dual-disc album, HEADROOM. Known for their explosive live performances, the album showcases tracks from the heavy instrumental rock-fusion onslaught recorded during their 2015 non-stop touring schedule. This fall, TAUK continue their cross-country trek in support of HEADROOM with dates across the US (see below for a full list of performances).
 
HEADROOM, mixed by Grammy-winning producer Robert Carranza (Mars Volta, Jack Johnson) features 16 hard-hitting technically inspired instrumental tracks including a jam-rendition of Nirvana’s classic “In Bloom”. The album seamlessly blends a mix of transcendent melodic rock, fusion, funk, progressive rock, hip hop and jazz into a two-disc exhibition of hand selected performances recorded at The NorVa (Norfolk, VA), The National (Richmond, VA), The Madison Theater (Covington, KY), The Ritz (Raleigh, NC), Iron Works (Buffalo, NY), The Southern (Charlottesville, VA), AURA Music Festival (Live Oak, FL), and Terminal West (Atlanta, GA).
 
For HEADROOM, TAUK teamed up with STS9’s self-owned record label 1320 Records. On September 3rd, 2015, the label will offer an exclusive 24-hour pre-release of the album for streaming and for sale via download through their website, 1320records.com. The next day, on September 4th, 2015, the album will be available digitally through TAUK’s online retail stores at taukband.com, the Homegrown Music Network at homegrownmusic.net, and all major online retailers. The album will also be physically available at all TAUK concerts. In celebration of the band’s new relationship with 1320, the label will be offering TAUK’s previous Carranza produced studio releases, Collisions (2014) and Homunculus (2013), for $5 download for two weeks only (8/6 - 8/20). TAUK joins other innovative marquee acts such Bassnectar, Pretty Lights, Big Gigantic, Emancipator, The Glitch Mob in embracing the principles of collaboration, cooperation, and community that 1320 has been working to build.

G. Love and Special Sauce have announced the release date for Love Saves The Day from Brushfire Records on October 30, 2015. The album returns to the classic ‘hip-hop blues’ sound first pioneered by the trio in the early 90s and features a bevy of guest artists including Lucinda Williams, Citizen Cope, David Hildago of Los Lobos, Ozomatli, DJ Logic, Money Mark, Zach Gill and Adam Topol.

Love Saves The Day features the down and dirty “trashcan blues” sound of G. Love and his long-term Special Sauce rhythm section – upright bassist James “Jimi Jazz” Prescott and drummer Jeffrey “The Houseman” Clemens. Engineer and producer Robert Carranza (Jack Johnson, Beastie Boys, Mars Volta) recorded the group live with few edits to capture the raw and unfiltered electricity of the tracks. “The music,” G. Love enthuses, “jumped off the tape.”

For his 10th studio full-length, G. Love invited friends new and old to accompany him on creating a spirited groove-centric release. On the album’s opening self-titled track, David Hidalgo’s wicked guitar licks offer a nod to the blues-inspired bands of the ‘60s and early ‘70s. Hidalgo also contributes to two other songs - the lyrically charged “That Girl” and sharp-tongued “Dis Song”. Celebrated singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams joins G. Love on the delightfully unruly rendition of the old Leadbelly tune “New York City.” On the mesmerizing “Muse,” which arose from an all-night writing session with pal Citizen Cope, G. Love’s sinewy slide guitar drives the tune’s southern rock/hip-hop hybrid groove while Ozomatli contributes escalating brass embellishment. The L.A. group also lend energetic horn work to “Let’s Have A Good Time,” a super funky jam that could have easily been a lost James Brown gem.

A self-described road dog, G. Love and Special Sauce are currently on tour throughout the fall (a full list of performances are below). Dates for a winter/spring 2016 tour in support of Love Saves The Day will be announced soon.

For more information on G. Love and Special Sauce, visit - http://philadelphonic.com/

2015 Fall Tour Dates for G. Love and Special Sauce
9/3/15 - The Blind Tiger - Greensboro, NC
9/4/15 - The Orange Peel - Asheville, NC
9/5/15 - American Music Festival - Virginia Beach, VA
9/6/15 - Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - Wilmington, NC
9/18/15 - Uptown Theatre Napa - Napa, CA
9/19/15 - Cargo - Reno, NV
9/25/15 - Power Plant Live - Baltimore, MD
10/3/15 - Cocoa Oktoberfest - Cocoa, FL
10/4/15 - Chili Vibrations World Music Festival - Panama City Beach, FL
10/6/15 - Georgia Theatre - Athens, GA
10/8/15 - WorkPlay Theatre - Birmingham, AL
10/10/15 - Cox Capitol Theatre - Macon, GA
12/15/15 - Closer to the Sun - Solo Set - Puerto Morelos, Mexico

Check in today, Thursday, September 10th, to the Wall Street Journal Speakeasy for the exclusive video premiere of “New York City“ performed by G. Love and Special Sauce and Lucinda Williams. The video features behind-the-scenes studio footage of G. Love and Lucinda coming together to collaborate on the Lead Belly blues classic. "New York City" will appear on G. Love and Special Sauce’s forthcoming full-length album release Love Saves The Day and will be available for pre-order from Pledge Music, iTunes and Amazon starting tomorrow, Friday, September 10th. The band is currently on the road and will be announcing winter 2016 tour dates soon. Current tour dates can be found below.

“The band and I have been long-time fans of Lucinda’s and had been looking for an opportunity to work with her,” G. Love tells the Wall Street Journal. Because Williams had recently contributed to a Lead Belly tribute, “we thought it would be a good time to reach out and see if she would join us.”

Love Saves The Day will be released from Brushfire Records on October 30th. The album features guest artists Lucinda Williams, Citizen Cope, Ozomatli, David Hildago of Los Lobos, and more. Engineered and produced by Robert Carranza (Jack Johnson, Beastie Boys, Mars Volta), Love Saves The Day celebrates the down and dirty, raucously ragged, and vibrantly unruly spirit of the band that pioneered ‘hip-hop blues.’ Love Saves The Day will be available for pre-order starting tomorrow, Friday, September 11th on iTunes, Amazon, G. Love and Special Sauce's website philadelphonic.com, and Pledge Music.

ALO are proud to welcome Swedish sisters Baskery, conscious roots-reggae musician Mike Love, and Bay Area jammers Stu Allen and Mars Hotel to select dates on their upcoming Tour D’Amour X. The 10th annual Tour D’Amour kicks off at the new Teragram Ballroom in Los Angeles on February 12th, 2016 and will take the band on an eight-city trek with stops between San Diego to Chico. The tour concludes with a two-day, three-show run in San Francisco at the end of February that includes an early all-ages Kid’s Matinee performance. Tickets are on sale now.

Tonight, Tuesday, January 5th the freewheeling quartet will perform at the Jam Cruise pre-party in Miami with Roosevelt Collier. The first show of the new year comes on the heels of their recent full album release, Tangle Of Time, and US album tour.

ALO fans were given an early holiday present when the band released "Jump On In" on Christmas Eve. The short documentary directed by Matt Powers is a time capsule of scenes that captures real life with the young band back in 2003.

For more information on ALO, visit at alomusic.com or on Facebook at facebook.com/animalliberationorchestra

ALO Tour D’Amour Tour Dates:
1/05/2016 - Miami, FL - Wynwood Yards Jam Cruise Pre-party *
1/06/2016 - Port of Miami, FL - Jam Cruise
2/12/2016 - Los Angeles, CA - Teragram Ballroom #
2/13/2016 - Solana Beach, CA - Belly Up Tavern #
2/14/2016 - Santa Barbara, CA - Soho Restaurant & Music Club
2/19/2016 - Sacramento, CA - Harlow's Night Club #
2/20/2016 - Crystal Bay, NV - The Crystal Bay Club / Crown Room #
2/21/2016 - Grass Valley, CA - Center for the Arts ^
2/22/2016 - Chico, CA - The Big Room ^
2/26/2016 - San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore %
2/27/2016 - San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore (Kid’s Matinee)
2/27/2016 - San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore (Night Show) ^
3/03/2016 - Live Oak, FL - AURA Music & Arts Festival

* w/ Roosevelt Collier
# w/ Baskery

^ w/ Mike Love
% w/ Stu Allen and Mars Hotel

Bonnaroo today unveiled its 2016 lineup with a special feature on TBS’ Conan. The world renowned four-day multi-stage camping festival, celebrating “15 Years of Magic,” will take place June 9 – 12, at Great Stage Park, the spectacular 700-acre farm and event space located just 60 miles south of Nashville in Manchester, TN. Tickets for the 2016 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival will be on sale beginning Friday, January 22nd at12:00 PM EST, exclusively via www.bonnaroo.com.
 
The 2016 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival marks the event’s 15th anniversary and as such, is being celebrated with more than 150 musicians, bands, and comedians performing across its 12 unique stages. The lineup features a strikingly deep roster of talent that includes Pearl Jam, Dead & Company (2 sets), LCD Soundsystem, J. Cole, Ellie Goulding, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Tame Impala (late night), Death Cab For Cutie, M83, Haim, Miguel, Chris Stapleton, Big Grams (Big Boi + Phantogram), Tyler the Creator, Lamb of God, Blood Orange, Kamasi Washington, Waxahatchee, Vince Staples and many more. Additional announcements will be made in the coming weeks. For complete details and regular news updates, please visit
www.bonnaroo.com.
 
The Bonnaroo era began in 2002 and was almost immediately named one of the “50 Moments That Changed The History of Rock ‘n’ Roll” by Rolling Stone. Each year since has seen the annual event consistently expanding the parameters of what a music festival can offer in the 21st century. Being America’s only major all hours music festival, Bonnaroo presents fans with a seemingly infinite number of entertainment options over the course of its four days, most notably, its comedy tent, whose lineup has featured some of the most groundbreaking comedians of our time, including Aziz Ansari, Amy Schumer, Louis CK, Zach Galifinakis, Chris Rock and more. The 2016 Bonnaroo Comedy Theatre lineup will be revealed this spring. Additionally, Bonnaroo’s 24-hour cinema tent offers fans an opportunity to catch an A-list array of one-of-a-kind happenings, spanning director spotlights, interactive screenings, live film scoring, and high energy Q&A sessions with special guest artists and actors.
 
Consistently searching for ways to improve the event each year, organizers have recently announced significant upgrades to the festival site, which will now feature its own water line allowing for more than 400 toilets and hundreds of showers, as well as a large number of additional water filling stations.
 
Equally important since the festival’s inception has been uncovering new ways to give back to the community. As a result, the Bonnaroo Works Fund (BWF) charity initiative was established, supporting a number of regional and national organizations devoted to improving arts, education, and environmental sustainability in communities across the country. In 2015, BWF donated more than $300,000 to upward of 50 organizations and has donated more than $7 million to over 100 organizations in total. For further information, please visit
www.bonnarooworksfund.org.
 
Bonnaroo is a truly global event, with tickets purchased in all 50 U.S. states and over 37 countries around the world. As one of the planet’s foremost musical events, Bonnaroo has brought together over a million fans, more than 1,600 artists and 150 comedians in its 15-year history.  
 
The complete Bonnaroo 15th anniversary lineup is below:
 
Pearl Jam
Dead & Company (2 sets)
LCD Soundsystem
J. Cole
Ellie Goulding
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Tame Impala (Late Night)
Death Cab for Cutie
M83
Haim
Halsey
Ween
Jason Isbell
CHVRCHES
Miguel
Chris Stapleton
Judd Apatow & Friends
The Chainsmokers
SuperJam
Big Grams (Big Boi + Phantogram)
Band of Horses
Leon Bridges
Grace Potter
Father John Misty
Adam Devine
Purity Ring
The Claypool Lennon Delirium
Two Door Cinema Club
Sam Hunt
Flosstradamus
Zeds Dead
Tyler The Creator
Bridget Everett
Griz
Mavis Staples
Touchpants
Lamb Of God
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
Kurt Vile & The Violators
Blood Orange
Adventure Club
Lord Huron
RL Grime
The Bluegrass Situation Superjam Featuring Ed Helms and Friends
X Ambassadors
Piff the Magic Dragon
Lucius
Vince Staples
Third Eye Blind
Cymande
Misterwives
Clutch
GoldLink
Lettuce
St. Lucia
Cashmere Cat
Goddamn Comedy Jam
Fidlar
Ibeyi
Keys N Krates
Sam Bush Band
The Wood Brothers
Saint Motel
Daughter
The Floozies
Marian Hill
Kamasi Washington
BØRNS
Post Malone
Shamir
Allen Stone
Brett Dennen
Oh Wonder
Boy & Bear
Dungen
Judah & The Lion
Steve Gunn
Steep Canyon Rangers
The Oh Hellos
The Internet
John Moreland
Andra Day
Anderson East
Twin Peaks
Bully
Natalie Prass
Chicano Batman
Givers
Hermitude
Jarryd James
Lizzo
Papadosio
Rayland Baxter
Vulfpeck
Sara Watkins
The Knocks
Waxahatchee
Beach Fossils
Whilk and Misky
Hundred Waters
The London Souls
Lolawolf
Civil Twilight
Roman Gianarthur
LANY
Con Brio
Flux Capacitor
www.bonnaroo.com

Instrumental rock-fusion onslaught TAUK have added even more dates to their already stacked 2016 winter/spring tour. The additional headlining dates are peppered throughout their currently announced tour supporting Umphrey's McGee which kicked off last week with a sold-out show at New York's Beacon Theatre. On upcoming select dates, members of both collectives will perform special after-parties under the name “TAUKing McGee” featuring all four members of TAUK and a rotating cast of members from Umphrey’s McGee. A full list of new and currently announced dates are below.

NEW TAUK TOUR DATES
03/02/16 - Higher Ground - Burlington, VT
03/03/16 - Middle East - Boston, MA
03/04/16 - Pearl Street - Northampton, MA
03/05/16 - Rochester Roots Revival Festival - Rochester, NY
03/10/16 - Wild Buffalo - Bellingham, WA
03/15/16 - Volcanic Theatre Pub - Bend, OR
03/16/16 - HiFi Music Hall - Eugene, OR
03/17/16 - River City Saloon - Hood River, OR
03/18/16 - Red Room Lounge - Spokane, WA
03/20/16 - Arcata Theatre Lounge - Arcata, CA +
03/23/16 - Harlow's - Sacramento, CA
03/30/16 - Waiting Room - Omaha, NE
03/31/16 - The Miramar Theatre - Milwaukee, WI
04/01/16 - The Cabooze - Minneapolis, MN
04/02/16 - Lincoln Hall - Chicago, IL
04/03/16 - The Stache - Grand Rapids, MI
04/05/16 - Mercy Lounge - Nashville, TN
04/06/16 - Revelry Room - Chattanooga, TN
04/10/16 - Charleston Pour House - Charleston, SC
04/13/16 - Bourbon Street Bar - Auburn, AL
04/15/16 - Zydeco - Birmingham, AL
04/16/16 - Terminal West - Atlanta, GA
04/19/16 - Varsity Theatre - Baton Rouge, LA

+ Opening for Orgone

PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED TOUR DATES
01/27/16 – Skully’s – Columbus, OH *
01/28/16 - 01/29/16 – Orpheum Theatre – Madison, WI #
01/30/16 – Wings Event Center – Kalamazoo, MI #
02/02/16 - Ardmore Music Hall - Ardmore, PA (rescheduled show from 1/23)
02/03/16 – College Street Music Hall – New Haven, CT #
02/04/16 – The State Theatre – Portland, ME #
02/05/16 – Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel – Providence, RI #
02/06/16 – The Palace Theatre – Albany, NY #
02/09/16 – Beachland Ballroom – Cleveland OH *
02/10/16 – Buffalo Iron Works – Buffalo, NY *
02/11/16 – Penn’s Peak – Jim Thorpe, PA #
02/12/16 – Echostage – Washington, DC #
02/13-14/16 – The National – Richmond, VA #
02/16/16 – The Southern – Charlottesville, VA *
02/17/16 – Blind Tiger – Greensboro, NC *
02/18/16 – Visulite Theatre – Charlotte, NC *
02/19/16 – New Mountain – Asheville, NC &
02/20/16 – Explore Asheville Arena – Asheville, NC #
03/11/16 – The Moore Theatre – Seattle, WA #
03/12-13/16 – Crystal Ballroom – Portland, OR #
03/24/16 – Harrah’s South Shore – Stateline, NV #
03/25/16 – Fox Theater – Oakland, CA #
03/26/16 – The Wiltern – Los Angeles, CA #
04/07/16  – The Major Rager – Augusta GA &
04/8-9/16 – The Ritz – Raleigh, NC #
04/14/16 – The Joy Theater – New Orleans, LA #
04/20/16 – House Of Blues – Houston, TX #
04/21/16 – Cain’s Ballroom – Tulsa, OK #
04/22/16 – Stubb’s BBQ – Austin, TX #
04/23/16 – House Of Blues – Dallas, TX #
05/21/16 – VA Beach Funk Out – Virginia Beach, VA
05/27-29/16 – Summer Camp Music Festival – Chillicothe, IL
09/1-5/16 – Backwoods Camping & Music Festival – Stroud, OK

# Opening for Umphrey’s McGee
& TAUKing McGee Afterparty
* TAUK Headline

Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival will make musical history with “PoWoW! A Live Superstar Mashup,” a once-in-a-lifetime collaborative concert that will, for the first time ever, unite acclaimed GRAMMY Award-winning superstar vocalist Miguel with visionary frontman Win Butler of GRAMMY Award-winning Arcade Fire. Together they will lead a genre-busting band of master musicians that include the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame guitarist/singer/producer/songwriter John Oates (of Hall & Oates), budding superstar Kamasi Washington, legendary pioneers of funk The Meters’ George Porter, Jr. and Zigaboo Modeliste, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, world champion DJ and scratchmaster Chris Karns and Eric Krasno & Neal Evans of Soulive. Major special guests – both announced and unannounced – will take the stage, guaranteeing an unforgettable evening of surprises, invention and excitement.

”PoWow! A Live Superstar Mashup” has set the stage for an historic moment for artists and audience alike. Miguel and Win Butler will share the spotlight as co-creative directors, while John Oates will serve as the music director of this virtuoso group. Longtime Bonnaroo SuperJam director Paul Peck will produce the show. Peck and Oates also worked together on the legendary Bonnaroo 2013 Rock & Soul Dance Party SuperJam that paired the Hall & Oates vocalist with Jim James (My Morning Jacket), and Brittany Howard (Alabama Shakes), and also included Zigaboo Modeliste and Preservation Hall. Florida’s biggest ever camping festival, Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival happens March 3–6 just outside Florida’s magnificent Lake Okeechobee.

“The most exciting live mashups pair unexpected talents and take them deep into the unknown, and outside of their comfort zone. That’s where real magic will happen and that’s what we live for,” says PoWow! Producer Peck. “This is a group of artists, each at the pinnacle of their respective genres, but this performance will obliterate genre barriers and create an epic dance party under the stars at Okeechobee 2016.” And Peck adds, “I love surprises, so you can be sure we’ve got a few major tricks up our sleeve.”

Recently named by the New York Times as one of the places “Where Music Lovers Should Go In 2016,” Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival boasts an extraordinary multi-genre bill, with more than 110 artists, bands, and DJs from around the globe performing across five signature stages. Headliners include Kendrick Lamar, Mumford & Sons, and Skrillex, alongside a stunning line-up that also features Robert Plant & The Sensational Space Shifters, Darryl Hall & John Oates, Bassnectar, Odesza, The Avett Brothers, Future, Fetty Wap, Big Grams (Big Boi & Phantogram), Jason Isbell, Mac Miller, Ween and many more. For complete details and further updates, please see okeechobeefest.com.

4 Day OMG Passes for OMF are available now for $269.50 (plus fees), and 3 Day asses are available for $249.50 (plus fees). A number of VIP Packages are also on sale. For complete ticketing information, please visit okeechobeefest.com/tickets.

WHAT:  Independently produced Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival releases the schedule of artists for this groundbreaking new camping festival featuring over 100 artists, bands and DJ’s across five unique stages. http://okeechobeefest.com/schedule 

WHEN:  Thursday, March 3 through Sunday March 6, 2016

WHERE:  The Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival will take place at Florida's Sunshine Grove (12517 NE 91st Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972) on over 800 acres of pristine grasslands, clear lakes, and exotic tropical woodlands.

HOW:  4 and 3- day GA and Exclusive VIP Packages are on sale now at www.OKEECHOBEEFEST.COM

Brooklyn, NY’s The Nth Power are proud to announce a slew of North American spring tour dates. The soul, funk and R&B all-pro onslaught are hitting the road for 40+ dates over a 2-month timespan and will share select stages with Turkuaz, The Motet, Jennifer Hartswick Band, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra and others. Tickets for all spring tour dates are onsale now and can be purchased through http://thenthpowermusic.com/ and venue websites.

The Nth Power, who formed through late-night jam sessions in New Orleans, have also announced an exclusive concert event planned on April 28th in New Orleans for Jazz Fest After Dark attendees this year. “Earth, Wind & Power” is sure to be one for the most coveted shows of the season. The all-star concert event will feature some of the funkiest songs ever performed by The Nth Power and a bevy of special guests including Oteil Burbridge, Kofi Burbridge, Jennifer Hartswick, Natalie Cressman, James Casey, Skerik, and Farnell Newton. Tickets are on-sale now.

More information on The Nth Power, including ticket information for all shows, can be found at http://thenthpowermusic.com

The Nth Power Spring Tour Dates

3/10 - Woodlands Tavern - Columbus, OH *
3/11 - Trolly - Dayton, OH *
3/12 - Martyrs - Chicago, IL *
3/13 - Founders - Grand Rapids, MI *
3/15 - The Acoustic - Bridgeport, CT %
3/16 - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY %
3/17 - Brighton Music Hall - Boston, MA %
3/18 - Higher Ground - Burlington, VT %
3/19 - Bearsville Theater - Woodstock, NY %
3/20 - Funk N Waffles - Syracuse, NY +
3/24 - Port City Music Hall - Portland, ME 
3/25 - Snow Barn (Mount Snow) - West Dover, VT 
3/26 - The Haunt - Ithaca, NY &
3/30 - Sidebar - Tallahassee, FL
3/31 - Biscuit Fest @ The Funky Biscuit - Boca Raton, FL 
4/1 - Dunedin Brewery - Dunedin, FL !
4/2 - Fool's Paradise - St Augustine, FL 
4/5 - The Pour House - Raleigh, NC
4/6 - The Rabbit Hole - Charlotte, NC #
4/7 - Mercy Lounge - Nashville, TN #
4/8 - Aisle 5 - Atlanta, GA #
4/9 - Charleston Pour House - Charleston, SC #
4/10 - Asheville Music Hall - Asheville, NC
4/11 - The Camel - Richmond, VA
4/13 - Iron Works - Buffalo, NY ^
4/14 - The Rex - Pittsburgh, PA ^
4/15 - The Hamilton - Washington, DC $
4/16 - Theatre of Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA $
4/22 - Howlin’ Wolf - New Orleans, LA
4/27 - FIYA FEST - New Orleans, LA
4/28 - One Eyed Jack’s - New Orleans, LA / “Earth, Wind & Power” event *** 
5/5 - The Bluebird - Denver, CO ^
5/6 - Fox Theatre - Boulder, CO ^
5/7 - Hodi's Half Note - Ft. Collins, CO ^
5/8 - Schmiggity’s - Steamboat Springs, CO
5/10 - Town Square - Jackson, WY
5/11 - Pub Station - Billings MT
5/12 - Top Hat Lounge - Missoula, MT ^
5/13 - Mississippi Studios - Portland, OR
5/14 - Nectar Lounge - Seattle, WA ^
5/18 - Belly Up - Solana Beach, CA ^
5/19 - The Mint - Los Angeles, CA ^
5/20 - Atrium @ The Catalyst - Santa Cruz, CA ^
5/21 - Slim's - San Francisco, CA ^

(*) w/ Jonathan Scales Fourchestra supporting
(%) w/ Jennifer Hartswick Band supporting
(+) w/ Joe Driscoll supporting
(&) w/ Fall Creek Brass Band supporting
(***) “Earth, Wind & Power” special event
(!) w/ S.P.O.R.E. supporting
(#) w/ The Fritz supporting
(^) opening for Turkuaz
($) opening for The Motet

San Diego, CA’s Slightly Stoopid has announced the dates for their 9th annual coast-to-coast summer tour. The Return Of The Red Eye Summer Tour will hit amphitheaters and pavilions throughout North America with SOJA announced as direct support for most dates. Zion I, The Grouch & Eligh and Fortunate Youth will also perform on select portions of the tour. A ticket pre-sale begins today, Tuesday, February 23rd at 9 am PT for fan club members with a general on-sale for tickets starting on Friday, February 26th at 10 am local time (for most shows). Tickets may be purchased through slightlystoopid.com and at all venue box offices. Visit the Slightly Stoopid website for up to date information on all shows and on-sale times.

The Return Of The Red Eye Summer Tour kicks off in Redmond, WA on June 15th and will hit over 33 cities with more dates to be announced soon. Fans can expect to hear tracks from Slightly Stoopid’s newest release Meanwhile… Back At The Lab plus cuts from albums released over the group’s two-decade spanning career. This summer's tour will sweep the Pacific Northwest and West Coast with destinations including Sleep Train Amphitheatre in the band's hometown of San Diego, a stop in Orange County, CA for the last season ever at the historic Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre and a performance at Berkeley’s iconic Greek Theatre, before heading to the East Coast in late July. The tour continues at an energetic pace with dates from Maine to Florida and onto the mid-West before coming to a close on August 28th in Detroit, MI. A full list of tour dates are below.

For more information on Slightly Stoopid including up-to-date tour and ticket information, visit - http://slightlystoopid.com/

RETURN OF THE RED EYE SUMMER TOUR DATES

06/15  Redmond, WA - Marymoor Park # *
06/17  Eugene, OR - Cuthbert Amphitheater # *
06/24  Berkeley, CA - Greek Theatre # *
06/25  Irvine, CA - Irvine Meadows  # *
06/26  Santa Barbara, CA - Santa Barbara Bowl # *
06/30  Salt Lake City, UT - The Complex # *
07/01  Las Vegas, NV - TBA # *
07/02  Stateline, NV - Harvey’s Outdoor Arena # *
07/03  San Luis Obispo, CA - Avila Beach Resort # *
07/09  San Diego, CA - Sleep Train Amphitheatre # *
07/15  Houston, TX - The Lawn at White Oak Music Hall # *
07/16  Corpus Christi, TX - Concrete Street Amphitheater Pavilion # *
07/17  New Braunfels, TX - Whitewater Amphitheater # *
07/21  Portland, ME - Maine State Pier # *
07/22  Utica, NY - Saranac Brewery # *
07/24  Simsbury, CT - Simsbury Performing Arts Center # *
07/29  Portsmouth, VA - Portsmouth Pavilion # *
07/30  Raleigh, NC - Red Hat Amphitheater # *
07/31  North Charleston, SC - Riverfront Park # *
08/03  Des Moines, IA - Brenton Skate Plaza # *
08/04  Kansas City, MO - Crossroads # *
08/06  Morrison, CO - Red Rocks Amphitheatre # *
08/07  Council Bluffs, IA - Stir Cove # *
08/11  St. Augustine, FL - St. Augustine Amphitheatre # !
08/12  Cocoa, FL - Riverfront Park # !
08/14  St. Petersburg, FL - Vinoy Park # !
08/18  Boston, MA - Blue Hills Bank Pavilion # !
08/19  Asbury Park, NJ - Stone Pony Summer Stage # !
08/20  Philadelphia, PA - Festival Pier # !
08/21  Baltimore, MD - Pier Six Pavilion !
08/25  Minneapolis, MN - Cabooze Outdoors # !
08/27  Cleveland, OH - Jacobs Pavilion # !
08/28  Detroit, MI - The Fillmore # !

# with SOJA
* with Zion I, The Grouch & Eligh
! with Fortunate Youth

Brewgrass Festival, Western North Carolina’s original craft beer festival, is proud to announce its 20th anniversary event will be held on Saturday, September 17th at Memorial Stadium in Asheville, NC. Over 55 breweries will offer a diverse assortment of national and regional craft beers against a backdrop of Bluegrass-infused music. Tickets for Brewgrass go on sale this Friday, March 25th at 11 am ET and can be purchased online via BrewgrassFestival.com. A full music lineup will be announced soon.

This year, Brewgrass Festival will host a kickoff party on March 24th from 6-9 pm at the newly renovated upstairs event space at Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria in Downtown Asheville. In celebration of the event’s 20th year, 100 tickets to the 2016 Brewgrass Festival will be sold for $20.00 each to the first 100 attendees (maximum 1 ticket per person). Music and entertainment will be provided by DJ Kipper. New Belgium Brewing will be pouring their exclusive Nitro Oscar Worthy Coffee beer, a very rare coffee sour, and Citradelic IPA all evening. This event is free to attend.

General Admission tickets go on sale this Friday, March 25th at 11 am EST for $55. A limited number of VIP tickets are also available for $150 and will include a commemorative Brewgrass Festival lanyard; a Brewgrass Festival merchandise gift bag ($50 value); and access to the VIP Brewgrass Lounge featuring light catered fare, full beverage samples, and access to private bathrooms. Tickets for the event are highly sought after and consistently sell out. If general admission tickets are still available on the day of the event, they may be purchased at the gate for $65.

Founded in 1996, Brewgrass Festival is Asheville’s original craft beer event promoting local, regional, and national breweries while raising money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina. North Carolina is now home to over 100 breweries and brewpubs, and since those early days, Asheville, NC has formed a burgeoning beer scene — even reigning as “Beer City USA” four years in a row.

Brewgrass Festival is proud to donate a portion of all proceeds to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina, a United Way agency. The organization serves young people in Western North Carolina in over nine counties, matching children (ages 6-14) from single-parent families with caring, adult mentors.

WHAT: 20th Annual Brewgrass Festival
WHEN: Saturday, September 17th, 2016
TIME: 1 pm - 6 pm
WHERE: Memorial Stadium, Asheville, NC 28801
TICKETS: $55 GA / $150 VIP
AGES: 21+ (Must have valid government issued ID)
MORE INFO: http://brewgrassfestival.com/

WHAT: 20th Annual Brewgrass Festival Kickoff Party
WHEN: Thursday, March 25, 2016
TIME: 6 pm - 9 pm
WHERE: Upstairs at Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria in Downtown Asheville, NC
TICKETS: Free To Attend
AGES: 21+ (Must have valid government issued ID)
DETAILS: The first 100 tickets to this year’s event will be sold for $20.00. Music and entertainment provided by DJ Kipper. Special Tap Takeover by New Belgium Brewing.

Having already announced the return of ‘The Boat’ stage and with daily reveals of talent being rolled out over the past last week, MYSTERYLAND USA is now unveiling the second wave of talent for the third annual MYSTERYLAND USA. More than 40 artists--just added acts include Allan Kingdom, Art Department, Derrick Carter, Flat White, Francesca Lombardo (live), Hercules & Love Affair, Hudson Mohawke, Jimmy Edgar, J Phlip, Joris Voorn, Kerri Chandler, Lido, Matthew Dear (DJ set), Moodymann, Ryan Hemsworth, TYDolla $ign and XXYYXX with additional talent to be announced in the coming weeks--are set to join headliners Odesza (Friday), Skrillex (Saturday) and Bassnectar (Sunday) for New York’s music, culture & arts festival. It’s all set to happen June 10-13, 2016 at the Bethel Woods Center For The Arts (home of the legendary 1969 Woodstock festival) in Bethel, New York.

This year’s model of ‘The Boat’--which has also made appearances at Mysteryland events in the Netherlands, Chile and U.S.--will return to MYSTERYLAND USA with a new dragon-style design. Dancing Astronaut (3/24), recently described the stage: “The Boat never fails to hype up its sea of devotees, filling out the hilltop for innumerable had-to-be-there moments.  Reputed among fans as the festival’s more eclectic-leaning stage, The Boat is known to attract genres along the lines of hip-hop, future funk, bass and trap.”

Those headed to MYSTERYLAND can expect an unparalleled experience with a speakers program curated and hosted by NPR personality, Anya Kamenetz, The Healing Garden’s restorative powers, curated by Sarah Schroder and back by popular demand, the Incendia 50’ fire dome illuminating the night sky. The House of Yes, BangOn!NYC and Dripped On Productions are all also on board to add a little extra magic to the MYSTERYLAND atmosphere.

• Topics of exploration in the speakers programs include discussions on the mysteries of dreams, creativity, sex, and other elements of festival culture
• The Healing Garden’s teepees and tents will return for a full weekend of yoga, healing, meditations, and workshops, led by Sarah Schroder, who has curated Mysteryland’s Healing Garden for over a decade in both the US and Netherlands
• Back by popular demand, the Incendia 50’ fire dome will illuminate the night with its breathtaking flame effects and fire performers
• The House of Yes, Brooklyn’s premier circus and performance art venue will choreograph daily parades, spectacles and variety shows
• BangOn!NYC brings the Brooklyn warehouse party atmosphere to Bethel Woods, with a flotilla of glowing sculptures, line-up of loft party heroes and New York’s finest party people
• Dripped On Productions--an urban art company founded by artists BKLYN Neville & Denton Burrows--will offer a variety of unique interactive offerings including:  Dripped On (featuring live painting, body painting and dope beats) and DO Graff City (Dripped On Artists will provide body painting and "design your own" graffiti hats and t-shirts)

A variety of ticket, camping and travel packages are on sale now, with 1/3 payment plan options ending tonight (April 4th) at Midnight EST, and 50/50 payment plans available through Saturday, April 30. Prices range from $234 for a NOMAD three-day GA pass to $319 for a GA pass with camping; premium three day, $444 to platinum VIP, plus camping, $849. For those looking for a ready-made experience, packages include NOMAD three-day, plus a Mysteryland branded pre-set up tent (with a two-person air bed and two sleeping bags located in the Easy Tent Community of the on-site Holy Ground campgrounds), $899 to a fully accommodated authentic Catskills mountain resort complete with accommodations for three nights, price upon request.  On-site camping is 21+ only. Off-site camping options (19+) are available at Mysteryland.us.  Additionally, shuttle services to the festival site are available from Albany in Upstate NY, JFK, LGA and Newark airports and Grand Central Station in Manhattan. Other festival options include travel packages, parking passes, locker and power rentals and group “Friendship Camping” in the Holy Ground campgrounds that can accommodate between 10-12 people.

MYSTERYLAND is the longest running electronic music, culture and arts festival in the world, active since 1993 with international editions in Chile, the Netherlands and the United States.

Festival information
Mysteryland USA
June 10-13, 2016
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Bethel, New York
19+ festival

About Mysteryland
Mysteryland dates back to 1993 and is now the world’s longest-running dance festival. With a clear focus on culture, art, talent, creativity and sustainability, the festival takes visitors to inspiring and surprising worlds where literally anything is possible. The first international edition of Mysteryland was held in Chile in 2011. In May of 2014, Mysteryland made its USA debut at the site of the legendary 1969 Woodstock Festival and now returns for its second edition. Mysteryland is an ID&T concept.

Slightly Stoopid are announcing their return to Tamalpais Research Institute (TRI Studios) on Thursday, April 21st, 2016 for a live performance and webcast featuring Slightly Stoopid and special guests including legendary Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir. TRI Studios, founded by Weir, is a world-class audio, video, streaming venue and recording facility. Slightly Stoopid will be joined by guests Karl Denson (Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Rolling Stones), Angelo Moore (Fishbone, Dr. Madd Vibe), Marlon Asher (Ganja Farmer) and Roger Rivas (Aggrolites). Weir himself will also sit in with the band. The performance will broadcast live at 7 pm PT/ 10 pm ET on all Qello Concerts streaming service allowing fans to watch the concert from their couch, computer, or on the go.
 
This is the second time that Slightly Stoopid has been invited to play at Weir’s studio. When the band originally performed at the venue in 2011 joined by Weir and friends they were interviewed by actor Tommy Chong. The original installment was recorded and later released as a live DVD and two CD audio set entitled “Live At Roberto’s”. In anticipation for the return of Slightly Stoopid at TRI Studios, Qello Concerts will broadcast the “Live At Roberto’s” original performance on-demand for free all day on April 20th.
 
This year, actor Peter Dante (The Waterboy, 50 First Dates, Big Daddy) will host the event. Fans are invited to access the live, intimate performance via online streaming partners Mobile Rider and Qello Concerts, the largest collection of full-length concerts and music documentaries streamed on-demand. Qello Concerts is available on a host of Connected TVs including AppleTV, Roku, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, and more, all iOS and Android mobile devices, and on the web at Qello.com. Events at TRI are filmed, directed, mixed and webcast live in HD. 
 
"TRI was kind of built on the principle that it was going to be a fun place to be," says Weir of his multimillion-dollar studio. TRI utilizes advanced acoustic technology from Meyer Sound, enabling musicians to experiment with sound in ways that would be impossible at traditional venues. Weir calls it "the ultimate playpen for a musician."
 
Later this summer, Slightly Stoopid will embark on their 9th annual coast-to-coast summer tour. The Return of the Red Eye Summer Tour kicks off on June 15th and hits amphitheaters and pavilions throughout North America. A full schedule of dates is below.

06/15  Redmond, WA - Marymoor Park # *
06/16  Jacksonville, OR - Britt Pavilion # *
06/17  Eugene, OR - Cuthbert Amphitheater # *
06/18  Bend, OR - Les Schwab Amphitheater #*
06/22  Missoula, MT - Big Sky Brewing Company #*
06/24  Berkeley, CA - Greek Theatre # *
06/25  Irvine, CA - Irvine Meadows  # *
06/26  Santa Barbara, CA - Santa Barbara Bowl # *
06/30  Salt Lake City, UT - The Complex # *
07/01  Las Vegas, NV - Mandalay Bay Beach - Concerts on The Beach series # *
07/02  Stateline, NV - Harvey’s Outdoor Arena # *
07/03  San Luis Obispo, CA - Avila Beach Resort # *
07/07  Albuquerque, NM - Sandia Amphitheater # *
07/08  Mesa, AZ - Mesa Amphitheatre # *
07/09  San Diego, CA - Sleep Train Amphitheatre # *
07/14  Dallas, TX - South Side Ballroom # *
07/15  Houston, TX - The Lawn at White Oak Music Hall # *
07/16  Corpus Christi, TX - Concrete Street Amphitheater Pavilion # *
07/17  New Braunfels, TX - Whitewater Amphitheater # *
07/21  Portland, ME - Maine State Pier # *
07/22  Utica, NY - Saranac Brewery # *
07/23  Brooklyn, NY - The Amphitheater at Coney Island Boardwalk # *
07/24  Simsbury, CT - Simsbury Performing Arts Center # *
07/28  Richmond, VA - Innsbrook Pavilion # *
07/29  Portsmouth, VA - Portsmouth Pavilion # *
07/30  Raleigh, NC - Red Hat Amphitheater # *
07/31  North Charleston, SC - Riverfront Park # *
08/03  Des Moines, IA - Brenton Skate Plaza # *
08/04  Kansas City, MO - Crossroads # *
08/06  Morrison, CO - Red Rocks Amphitheatre # *
08/07  Council Bluffs, IA - Stir Cove # *
08/11  St. Augustine, FL - St. Augustine Amphitheatre # !
08/12  Cocoa, FL - Riverfront Park # !
08/14  St. Petersburg, FL - Vinoy Park # !
08/18  Boston, MA - Blue Hills Bank Pavilion # !
08/19  Asbury Park, NJ - Stone Pony Summer Stage # !
08/20  Philadelphia, PA - Festival Pier # !
08/21  Baltimore, MD - Pier Six Pavilion !
08/25  Minneapolis, MN - Cabooze Outdoors # !
08/27  Cleveland, OH - Jacobs Pavilion # !
08/28  Detroit, MI - The Fillmore # !
# with SOJA
* with Zion I, The Grouch & Eligh
! with Fortunate Youth

In continued celebration of the 4/20 holiday, Slightly Stoopid will return tomorrow night,  Thursday, April 21st, 2016, to Tamalpais Research Institute (TRI Studios) for a live performance and webcast with special guests including legendary Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir. Additional confirmed guests including Karl Denson (Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Rolling Stones), Angelo Moore (Fishbone, Dr. Madd Vibe), Marlon Asher (Ganja Farmer) and Roger Rivas (Aggrolites) will also be on hand. The performance will broadcast live and for free at 7 pm PT/ 10 pm ET on Qello Concerts streaming service allowing fans to watch the concert from their couch, computer, or on the go.
 
When Slightly Stoopid originally performed at the venue in 2011 joined by Weir and friends, they were interviewed by actor Tommy Chong. The original installment was recorded and later released as a live DVD and two CD audio set entitled “Live At Roberto’s”. In anticipation for the return of Slightly Stoopid at TRI Studios tomorrow night, Qello Concerts is broadcasting the “Live At Roberto’s” original performance on-demand for free all day today, April 20th.
 
Fans are invited to access the live, intimate performance via online streaming partners Mobile Rider and Qello Concerts, the largest collection of full-length concerts and music documentaries streamed on-demand. Qello Concerts is available on a host of Connected TVs including AppleTV, Roku, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, and more, all iOS and Android mobile devices, and on the web at Qello.com. Events at TRI are filmed, directed, mixed and webcast live in HD. 
 
Later this summer, Slightly Stoopid will embark on their 9th annual coast-to-coast summer tour. The Return of the Red Eye Summer Tour kicks off on June 15th and hits amphitheaters and pavilions throughout North America. A full schedule of dates is below.

Mysteryland USA set for June 10-13, 2016 at the Bethel Woods Center For The Arts (home of the legendary 1969 Woodstock festival) in Bethel, New York, the three-day event will feature over 90 musical artists--including headliners ODESZA (Friday, June 10), Skrillex (Saturday, June 11) and Bassnectar (Sunday, June 12), plus new additions Amtrac, Autograf (Live), Infinity Ink (Live), Machinedrum, Mikey Lion & Deep Jesus, Penguin Prison and Roman Flugel--as well as a variety of speakers, comedians, visual artists and much more. Single day tickets are now available at $114 for MYSTERYLAND USA. 

In addition to the full musical lineup, this year's Mysteryland includes a speakers program curated and hosted by NPR personality Anya Kamenetz, the Incendia 50’ fire dome (to illuminate the night sky), and The Healing Garden’s restorative powers, curated by Sarah Schroder. Mysteryland will also feature a comedy tent for the first time which will be headlined by writer/performer Kyle Mooney (additional talent to be announced soon). 

Beyond his role as a featured player on “Saturday Night Live,” Kyle Mooney is also a member of the sketch group Good Neighbor (with Beck Bennett, Nick Rutherford and Dave McCary); some additional credits include HBO’s “Hello, Ladies,” NBC’s “Parks and Recreation,” and FX’s “Wilfred,” along with feature films Zoolander 2 and Hello My Name Is Doris.

One of Mysteryland’s core philosophies is the Festival Footprint. Mysteryland focuses on being organized in a sustainable way by relying on local participation and interaction, with attention on the surroundings and community--as well as sustainable projects--during and after the festival. Be friendly to nature, be friendly to the people around you--it was part of the mantra of ’69 Woodstock and this permeates into the ideology of the Mysteryland USA festival footprint.

With this in mind, and to coincide with Earth Week, MYSTERYLAND USA will be donating $10 out of every 3-Day MYSTERYLAND USA ticket purchased between April 18th-24th to Newark Public School System in New Jersey. After learning that more than 30 public school buildings in the area were suffering from elevated levels of lead at water taps, Mysteryland decided that the monies raised would go towards the purchase of bottled water for those affected.

“It’s important to think outside the box and provide an experience that delivers much more to our fans than just musical performances on a stage. Equally as important, is the positive impact we have on our community by promoting and participating in the preservation of our environment,” states MYSTERYLAND’s Sebastian Solano, CEO of ID & T North America. “We seek to inspire our fans to take action at the festival and carry that over into making a difference in the real world.”

Wildwood Revival is proud to announce the 2016 lineup for its third annual arts and music festival happening Friday August 26 - Sunday, August 28. Headliners Gillian Welch, The Lone Bellow and Houndmouth will be joined by Hackensaw Boys, Legendary Shack Shakers, Lost Bayou Ramblers, J.P. Harris, Athens Cowboy Choir and many more. The three-day event combines the soul of a juke joint, the wild spirit of a honky tonk, and the camaraderie of a supper club on an idyllic 30-acre farm just outside of Athens, GA. Nights are filled with dance parties and sing-a-longs under the stars. Mornings feature yoga classes, wiffle ball games and farm-to-table brunches. With its open-air barn stage, artisan market, and craft beer served in mason jars, Wildwood Revival is more than a music festival — it’s a cultural revival.
 
“One of our goals with Wildwood Revival is to ‘revive community’ as well as support the style of music and makers who are bringing back the sounds and craftsmanship of older times,” says Festival co-founder Libby Rose.” We wanted to take the feeling you get from visiting places like small town juke joints, honky tonks, farmers markets, swap meets, front porch parties and supper clubs and bring those elements to the farm in the form of a festival.” To that end, the festival not only features top-tier musical acts spanning genres but also highlights artisans including printmakers, wood workers, 1800’s-era tintype photographers, vintage clothing and antique purveyors and more. In keeping with the spirit of preservation, the Wildwood Revival is proud to be plastic free.
 
A limited number of advance price three-day passes are currently on sale now. Advance tickets are $78 for General Admission and $249 for VIP. VIP ticket packages include access to the VIP area, an 8,000 square foot Antebellum Mansion featuring a full bar, gourmet catered meals, private restrooms and more. Food and alcohol is included with the VIP ticket. Tickets can be purchased through http://www.wildwoodrevival.com.
 
For more information on the Wildwood Revival including lodging, full list of vendors, and VIP packages, visit http://www.wildwoodrevival.com.

Last night, Slightly Stoopid returned to Tamalpais Research Institute (TRI Studios) for a live performance and webcast featuring special guests including legendary Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir, Karl Denson (Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Rolling Stones), Angelo Moore (Fishbone, Dr. Madd Vibe), Marlon Asher (Ganja Farmer), and Roger Rivas (Aggrolites). In honor of the passing of legendary pop-icon Prince, the group performed a surprise “Purple Rain” tribute. The full performance will continue to air for free all day today, April 22nd, until 10:30pm ET on Qello Concerts.
 
“Yesterday, we all woke up to shock and dismay,” explains Jon Phillips (Slightly Stoopid Management/ Silverback Music). “We were eating breakfast in the hotel nearby Bobby's TRI studio and everyone was recounting the incomparable effect Prince had as an artist. Some of us were kinda kicking around the idea of perhaps what kind of a Prince song we could play later that night. Then my phone rings and it’s Weir's manager who tells me Bobby wants to know if the guys (Stoopid) know any Prince in their repertoire.”
 
Although Slightly Stoopid had never covered Prince in their 20-year career, the band felt moved to pay respect to one of the greatest living artists of our modern times. Fortunately, Karl Denson had recently been performing select Prince cover sets in 2015 and was very familiar with the material. With Kyle MacDonald (bass), Miles Doughty (guitar), and Ryan Moran (drums) holding down a solid reggae-styled groove, the addition of Angelo Moore taking a powerful lead on vocals, and Bob Weir on rhythm guitar and background vocals, the group performed a stirring rendition of Prince’s classic “Purple Rain.” Adds Phillips, "under a full "Cherry Moon", the rock n' roll Gods including Jerry Garcia, Bradley Nowell and Prince smiled from heaven."

Deep Roots Mountain Revival Festival is proud to announce the 2016 lineup for its inaugural music and arts festival happening September 15-18, 2016. Headliners Greensky Bluegrass, Leftover Salmon and The David Grisman Sextet will be joined by Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, Shooter Jennings with Waymore’s Outlaws, Melvin Seals & JGB, Cabinet, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, The Black Lillies, The Hip Abduction and many more. The festival takes place on the legendary Marvin’s Mountaintop in Masontown, WV, the original site for the All Good Music & Arts Festival. Top-tier bluegrass, jam band, rock and country acts will convene in the picturesque mountains, effectively bringing West Virginia back to the forefront of the festival scene. A confirmed listing of the initial lineup is below. More artists including additional headliners will be announced soon.
 
A limited number of advance price three-day passes go on sale this Tuesday, May 3rd at 10 AM ET. Advance tickets are $130 for General Admission and $570 for VIP. Once advance tickets are sold out, GA prices will increase to $150 and $175 for stage I and stage II ticketing, respectively. All VIP ticket packages include early entry; catered meals; access to premiere viewing areas at all stages with beer and wine; access to private bathrooms and showers; VIP camping sites; VIP lounge access; discounts on festival grounds beer; and a stainless steel souvenir mug. Tickets can be purchased through mountainrevival.com.
 
Deep Roots is more than just a name -- it’s the guiding principle of the festival. “First and foremost,” says festival founder Claude Ryan, “we wanted to reconnect the local community with a festival scene that our region had lost.” He adds, “Marvin’s Mountaintop is considered one of the all-time greatest festival locations in the country, but it has not hosted a major music festival since All Good moved in 2012.” Deep Roots Mountain Revival intends to fill that void. “We aim to work with the local community to create a festival that welcomes folks of all ages, where anyone can create a memorable experience in a family friendly environment,” says Ryan. The festival pays homage to its West Virginia roots, including local and regional acts in its lineup.  
 
For more information on the Deep Roots Mountain Revival Festival, visit www.mountainrevival.com.
 
WHAT: DEEP ROOTS MOUNTAIN REVIVAL FESTIVAL
WHEN: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 – SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2016
WHERE: MARVIN’S MOUNTAINTOP IN MASONTOWN, WV
TICKETS ON-SALE:  TUESDAY, MAY 3rd at 10 AM ET
TICKETS ADVANCE: $130 for 3-DAY GA // $570 for 3-Day VIP
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: www.mountainrevival.com
FESTIVAL WEBSITE: www.mountainrevival.com

Jamey Johnson, Blackberry Smoke, Corey Smith, Love and Theft, Rising Appalachia, The Marcus King Band, Zach Nugent’s Dead Set featuring Melvin Seals (Melvin Seals & JGB), Russ Lawton (Trey Anastasio Band, Soule Monde), Tony Markellis (Trey Anastasio Band), Vinnie Amico (moe.), and Colin Lenox (Dead Set) have been added to the first annual Deep Roots Mountain Revival Festival. The additions join previously announced artists Greensky Bluegrass, Leftover Salmon, The David Grisman Sextet, Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, Shooter Jennings with Waymore’s Outlaws, Cabinet and many more. Deep Roots Mountain Revival Festival will take place September 15-18, 2016 on the legendary Marvin’s Mountaintop in Masontown, WV, the original site for the All Good Festival, effectively bringing West Virginia back to the forefront of the festival scene. A confirmed lineup is below.

A limited number of advance price three-day passes go on sale tomorrow Tuesday, May 3rd at 10 AM ET. Advance tickets are $130 for General Admission and $570 for VIP. Once advance tickets are sold out, GA prices will increase to $150 and $175 for stage I and stage II ticketing, respectively. All VIP ticket packages include early entry; catered meals; access to premiere viewing areas at all stages with beer and wine; access to private bathrooms and showers; VIP camping sites; VIP lounge access; discounts on festival grounds beer; and a stainless steel souvenir mug. Kids 12 & under are free with a ticket holding adult. Tickets can be purchased through www.mountainrevival.com

For more information on the Deep Roots Mountain Revival Festival, visit www.mountainrevival.com.

All-pro funk and soul ensemble The Nth Power are proud to announce their 2016 summer festival appearances and extended tour dates. The dates come on the heels of a successful New Orleans Jazz Fest run which included shows at Howlin’ Wolf, FIYA Fest, and a sold-out “Earth Wind and Power” performance. The new string of dates will keep The Nth Power closer to home as they journey along the East Coast and into the Midwest for summer festivals including Summer Camp, Electric Forest, Revival Fest, Disc Jam and more.

For select few dates, the group will be performing without percussionist Weedie Braimah, as "The Bishop" will be crushing his own musical endeavors around the country. 

For the most up to date information please visit http://thenthpowermusic.com/ / http://www.masonjarmedia.com/the-nth-power

For press inquiries please contact Shelly Reed ([email protected]) at Mason Jar Media.

Tour Dates:
05/27/2016 - Summer Camp - Chilicothe, IL
05/28/2016 - Bootleg - St. Louis, MO
05/29/2016 - Revival Fest - Geneva, MN
06/11/2016 - Disc Jam - Stephentown, NY
06/12/2016 - The Highline - New York, NY
06/18/2016 - Berklee Performance Center - Boston, MA
06/26/2016 - Electric Forest - Rothbury, MI
07/06/2016 - Empire - Portland, ME
07/07/2016 - Birdseye Lounge - Portsmouth, NH
07/08/2016 - Wheelhouse - Galilee, RI
07/09/2016 - Arch Street Tavern - Hartford, CT
08/04/2016 - The Acoustic - Bridgeport, CT
08/05/2016 - Beechcomber - Wellfleet, MA
08/06/2016 - Backwoods Pondfest - Rothbury, MI
08/19/2016 - Camp Barefoot - Elkins, WV
08/20/2016 - Salem Soul and Jazz Fest - Salem, MA

One year ago, Forlorn Strangers packed up all of their belongings in Nashville, TN and put them into storage. They headed out on the road, and played their first official show in Indianapolis on May 7th, 2015 - the start of their new nomadic lifestyle and dedication to music. The quintet will release Forlorn Strangers, their self-titled debut full length album, on August 5th, 2016.

With five unique songwriters, soaring family harmonies and foot-stoping percussion, the string-forward quintet entertains a comparison to an 'Americana Fleetwood Mac'. The band is comprised of sisters Abigail Dempsey (fiddle, percussion, vocals) and Hannah Leigh Lusk (mandolin, percussion, upright bass, vocals); Chris Banke (guitar, mandolin, vocals); Benjamin Lusk (banjo, guitar, vocals); and Jesse Thompson(upright bass, dobro, guitar, vocals).

Forlorn Strangers was entirely funded by a successful Kickstarter campaign, recorded at John Prine’s Nashville studio The Butcher Shoppe and produced by Grammy award winner Phil Madeira. “Songwriting doesn’t get much more pure than that” raves No Country for New Nashville of Forlorn Strangers roots driven sound.

Instrumental rock-fusion quartet TAUK are proud to announce a new full-length studio album of original tracks will be released on September 16th, 2016. The yet-to-be-named album will feature Grammy-winning producer Robert Carranza (Mars Volta, Jack Johnson) at the helm. This will mark Carranza’s fifth project with the band. In celebration of the release, TAUK will perform a two-night stint at New York’s Brooklyn Bowl on September 16th & 17th. Tickets go on sale this Thursday, June 30th, through the venue box office.

TAUK’s newest studio album was recorded over the spring with the band splitting time between Carranza’s Solar Powered Plastic Plant Studio in Los Angeles and their home studio in Oyster Bay, NY. After months on the road opening for Umphrey’s McGee combined with the band’s own headlining dates plus TAUKing McGee special engagements, TAUK are showing no signs of slowing down. This summer, the band can be found performing their unique brand of explosive instrumental soundscapes at festivals nationwide. An extensive fall tour to support the new album will be announced soon.

Watch the band talk about the new album: https://youtu.be/n3c5a-hkMAM

All-pro ensemble The Nth Power have crafted a collection of new songs featuring their signature soul, funk and R&B sound and are inviting fans take part in the recording process. Intimate live recording sessions for the new material will take place over two-nights in Boston, MA and one-night in the quartet’s hometown of Brooklyn, NY. Tickets are limited and on-sale now through venue box offices and the links below.

After numerous requests from fans for recorded music that embodies the dynamic energy of The Nth Power’s live performances, the band wanted to capture their next series of releases in a live setting. The tracks recorded on July 29th and 30th at Boston’s The Bridge Sound & Stage and on August 18th at Brooklyn’s The Knitting Factory will become the band’s next collection of songs set for release. Only 75 passes will be allocated for each of the Boston shows which are ages 21+ and includes beer on tap while supplies last.

Tickets for Friday, July 29th in Boston - http://bit.ly/28Wumff
Tickets for Saturday, July 30th in Boston - http://bit.ly/2902i0I
Tickets for Thursday, August 18th in Brooklyn, NY - http://tktwb.tw/295PX92

More information on The Nth Power, including ticket information for all shows, can be found at http://thenthpowermusic.com/

The Nth Power Live Recording Dates
7/29  The Bridge Sound & Stage - Boston, MA
7/30  The Bridge Sound & Stage - Boston, MA
8/18  The Knitting Factory - Brooklyn, NY

Northern California’s Midnight North are proud to announce the release of a free full-length album of music in celebration of their upcoming summer tour that kicks off tomorrow. Live at Terrapin Crossroads features 11-tracks of Midnight North’s signature Western Americana jams recorded over the past year during the band’s Sunday night residency at the storied restaurant and venue of the same name. Fans can receive a free copy of the album by visiting the Midnight North Bandcamp page.
 
Live at Terrapin Crossroads features nine original songs including the previously unreleased “Roamin’”, plus two covers, “Viola Lee Blues” and “Shady Grove”. A tapestry of three-part harmonies led by guitarist Grahame Lesh, guitarist/keyboardist Elliott Peck, and organist/guitarist Alex Jordan slide over grooves laid down by bassist Connor Croonn and drummer Alex Koford. And because of the Bay Area’s vibrant music community combined with Terrapin Crossroads’ draw as a musical hub, the album also features guest artists on a handful of tracks.
 
“Our most memorable shows happen when we have guests sit in, which at Terrapin Crossroads, could happen at any time,” says Grahame Lesh, son of the Grateful Dead’s Phil Lesh. “On "Viola Lee Blues", you’ll notice that the first verse has no organ, but Jason Crosby happened to be in the house that night, and 90 seconds into the song he just sat down at the open keyboard and started wailing! Many times a guest musician will be playing one of our songs for the first time which always brings a unique, unfiltered flavor to the tunes.”
 
Special guests on Live at Terrapin Crossroads include keyboard/ fiddle player Jason Crosby (Phil Lesh & Friends, Robert Randolph & The Family Band), guitarist Scott Law, and guitarist Greg Loiacono (The Mother Hips/ Sensations).
 
Midnight North kicks off their summer tour tomorrow night, Thursday, June 30th, in Frisco, CO. The band plays multiple shows in the Rocky Mountains, including a sold-out Dead and Company afterparty show in Boulder, before traveling to the Pacific Northwest and Northern California. In mid-July, the quintet starts their East Coast leg with dates throughout the Northeast including the Relix Presents: Brooklyn is CSNY at Brooklyn Bowl - a night celebrating the music of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Midnight North returns to the West Coast on August 12th for an encore performance of the music of CSNY at the Great American Music Hall. A full listing of dates is below.

For more information on Midnight North, visit midnightnorth.com
 
To download Live at Terrapin Crossroads, visit midnightnorth.bandcamp.com/album/live-at-terrapin-crossroads

Live at Terrapin Crossroads Track Listing
1. Roamin’
2. Miss M (feat. Jason Crosby)
3. Luck One
4. Viola Lee Blues (feat. Scott Law and Jason Crosby)
5. Find A Way
6. Phoenix Motel
7. Wind & Roses
8. Shady Grove
9. San Francisco Rain
10. Stayin’ Single, Drinkin’ Doubles (feat. Jason Crosby and Greg Loiacono)
11. End Of The Night
 
Midnight North Summer Tour Dates
6.30.16 | The Barkley Ballroom, Frisco, CO
7.1.16 | Hodi's Half Note, Ft. Collins, CO
7.2.16 | Quixote's True Blue, Denver, CO
7.3.16 | The Fox Theatre, Boulder, CO (Dead & Company Afterparty with American Babies) - SOLD OUT
7.4.16 | Jorgensen Park, Gunnison, CO
7.6.16 | O.P. Rockwell, Park City, UT
7.7.16 | Volcanic Theatre Pub, Bend, OR
7.8.16 - 7.9.16 | Oregon Country Fair, Veneta, OR
7.15.16 | Hips High Camp at Sierra Valley Lodge, Calpine, CA
7.16.16 | Ain't Necessarily Dead Fest 2016, Auburn, CA
7.20.16 | Gypsy Sally's, Washington, DC*
7.21.16 | Havana's, New Hope, PA*
7.22.16 | Brighton Music Hall, Allston, MA*
7.23.16 | Jerry Jam, Bath, NH*
7.26.16 | Buffalo Iron Works, Buffalo, NY*
7.27.16 | The Westcott Theater, Syracuse, NY*
7.28.16 | Putnam Den, Saratoga Springs, NY*
7.29.16 | Brooklyn Bowl, Brooklyn, NY* | Relix Magazine Presents Brooklyn is CSNY!
7.30.16 | Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten, Asbury Park, NJ
8.12.16 | Great American Music Hall, San Francisco, CA | A tribute to CSNY with Lonesome Locomotive!
8.27.16 | Caffe Blossom, Twain Harte, CA
9.3.16   | Peace Of Mind Fest, Halifax, PA
9.10.16 | June Lake Jam Fest 2016, June Lake, CA
*with the Doobie Decibel System

Instrumental rock-fusion quartet TAUK are proud to announce that their third studio album, Sir Nebula, is now available for pre-order and slated for official release on September 16th. All pre-order purchases come with an instant gratification download of the single “Horizon”. The full-length album features Grammy-winning producer Robert Carranza (Mars Volta, Jack Johnson, ALO) at the helm.

TAUK has been touring extensively throughout the summer and will continue to perform across the country this fall in support of the release of Sir Nebula. With their newest offering, the Oyster Bay, New York-bred rock-fusion four-piece (guitarist Matt Jalbert, bassist Charlie Dolan, keyboardist/organist Alric “A.C.” Carter, and drummer Isaac Teel) push into new sonic terrain and build entire worlds within each richly textured soundscape. “The album ended up taking on a more ambient kind of vibe than anything we’ve done before—there’s a spaciness in the songs that lets you get lost in the sound,” says Dolan. And while the album is endlessly hypnotic, TAUK also deliver the dynamic tension-and-release jams that have helped earn them a devoted following while drawing critical acclaim. See the first leg of fall tour below. More dates will be announced soon.

Sir Nebula is now available for pre-order via www.hellomerch.com/collections/tauk. On Friday, July 22nd, fans can pre-order the album on iTunes, and purchase or stream the single “Horizon” via all digital retailers.

Tickets for all shows will go on sale this Friday at 10 AM local time.

Watch the band talk about the new album: https://youtu.be/n3c5a-hkMAM

Listen to the first single “Horizon”: https://soundcloud.com/tauk/horizon-sir-nebula-preview

For up-to-date information on TAUK, visit: http://taukband.com/

Multi-instrumentalist Zach Deputy has announced the release of his fourth album, Wash It in the Water, on September 9, 2016. A self-described “island-infused, drum ‘n’ bass, gospel-ninja-soul” artist, Deputy played every instrument on the album and self-produced the record in spontaneous sessions that took place in studios, homes and even his own garage. The 11-track album represents a sunny and soulful new sound that cleverly fuses hip-hop, funk, folk and pop with soca and calypso rhythms. The Georgia-based singer-songwriter will tour the east coast extensively this summer and fall in support of the new record. Listen to “Chevrolet”, the first track from the album, thanks to Live for Live Music HERE.

The first single off the album, “Chevrolet,” is a solid representation of the album’s feel-good, reggae-infused vibe that was made for summer and late-night dance parties. On this track, Deputy brings together island beats, heavy grooves, intricate guitar work and a level of songwriting that reflects a lifetime of honing his craft. While all the tracks could keep a crowd dancing, “Jump in the Water,” a song written for Deputy’s seven-year-old daughter, reveals more tender vocals and a softer side of the troubadour. The songwriter is at his best when he draws upon his Puerto Rican and Cruzan heritage for inspiration. This heavy latin influence shines in the melodic, high-energy title track, “Wash It in the Water.”

“Because of the music I was raised on, I’ve always heard rhythm in a very tropical, Latin-esque way—it’s something that resonates in the deepest parts of me,” says Deputy, who grew up in South Carolina. “When I was a kid my grandma would play a lot of salsa and soca and make me get up and dance to it, so in a way this is me putting my own spin on all that and bringing those sounds into a whole new era.”

With the range of sound and texture on the album, it’s easy to forget Wash It in the Water is a solo effort recorded in spurts and starts. “Each time I recorded it was mostly just for fun,” Deputy says. “I wasn’t trying to make anything happen, I was just going with what felt good.” That warmth and positive spirit shines through. Despite the spur-of-the-moment approach to recording, Wash It in the Water emerges as a gracefully arranged effort that owes much to the musicianship and songcraft that Deputy has developed since he made a name for himself with the 2008 release of his first record, Out of the Water.

Thanks to the ingenuity of looping, Deputy puts on an unforgettable live show that has made him a favorite in the jam band scene and festival circuit. He is currently on tour throughout the summer and will continue to play stages across the east coast into the fall. A current list of tour dates are below.

Listen to the premiere of “Chevrolet” at Live for Live Music - http://bit.ly/2abZvi2

2016 Tour Dates for Zach Deputy
* co-bill with Ballyhoo!
# supporting The Keller Williams KWahtro

8/4/16 - Wild Bill’s Nostalgia Park - Middletown, CT
8/5/16 - Rock On! Concert Cruise - Boston, MA
8/12/16 - The Peach Music Festival - Scranton, PA
8/13/16 - Gypsy Sally’s - Washington, DC
8/19/16 - The Windjammer - Isle of Palms, SC
8/20/16 - Roasting Room Lounge - Bluffton, SC
8/26/16 - Mazzstock - Marlboro, NY
8/27/16 - NH Hempfest & Freedom Rally - Lancaster, NH
9/1/16 - Empty Glass - Charleston, SC
9/2/16 - Hookahville - Pataskala, OH
9/3/16 - Front Porch Festival - Stuart, VA
9/4/16 - Purple Fiddle - Thomas, WV
9/8/16 - Side Bar Theatre - Tallahassee, FL *
9/9/16 - Vinyl - Pensacola, FL *
9/10/16 - Zydeco - Birmingham, AL *
9/11/16 - Terminal West - Atlanta, GA *
9/12/16 - Visulite Theater - Charlotte, NC *
9/13/16 - Guanabanas - Jupiter, FL *
9/14/16 - Culture Room - Ft. Lauderdale, FL *
9/15/16 - The Social - Orlando, FL *
9/16/16 - Wormtown Music Festival - Greenfield, MA
9/17/16 - Jannus Live - St Petersburg, FL *
9/20/16 - Music Farm - Charleston, SC *
9/21/16 - Shaka’s Live - Virginia Beach, VA *
9/22/16 - Knitting Factory - Brooklyn, NY *
9/23/16 - Catskill Chill Music Festival - New York, NY
9/24/16 - Paradise Rock Club - Boston, MA *
9/25/16 - World Cafe Live - Philadelphia, PA *
9/27/16 - Rex Theatre - Pittsburgh, PA *
9/30-10/1/16 - Bear Creek Bayou - New Orleans, LA
10/22/16 - The Georgia Theatre - Athens, GA #
11/3/16 - Saint Rocke - Hermosa Beach, CA #
11/4/16 - Belly Up - San Diego, CA #
11/5/16 - Marquee - Tempe, AZ #
11/10/16 - Music Farm - Columbia, SC #
11/17/16 - White Oak - Houston, TX #
11/18/16 - Granada Theater - Dallas, TX #
11/19/16 - Scoot Inn - Austin, TX #

Today, Americana-Folk quintet Forlorn Strangers released their brand new video for “Bottom of the Barrel” exclusively through Elmore Magazine. “Bottom of the Barrel” is the first single from the Nashville group’s debut self-titled full-length release out on August 5, 2016. Watch the video here - http://bit.ly/29YS7Gd

"We wrote "Bottom of the Barrel" after watching a documentary about Pete Seeger called The Power of Song,” the band reveals to Elmore. “[Seeger] used his music for something bigger than himself, and this song is about us figuring out how to do that as well.” The video and song are playful and lighthearted, but the lyrics imply something deeper.

Forlorn Strangers was recorded at John Prine’s Nashville studio The Butcher Shoppe and funded through a successful Kickstarter campaign. The 10-track album combines the talents of five songwriters whose unique styles blend into a singular, unforgettable sound that is simultaneously innovative and steeped in the tradition of American roots music.

For more information on Forlorn Strangers, visit - forlornstrangers.com

Forlorn Strangers Fall Tour Dates
8/5 Pittsburgh, PA - Mt. Lebanon First Friday
8/6 Philadelphia, PA - Boot & Saddle
8/9 Washington DC - Hill Country BBQ
8/11 NYC, NY - Rockwood Music Hall
8/12 Roanoke, VA - Martin's
8/13 Charlottesville, VA - The Garage
8/19 Chattanooga, TN - Clydes
8/20 Nashville, TN - Little Harpeth
8/22 Davenport, IA - Daytrotter
8/24 Lincoln, NE - Nebraska Folk & Roots Festival
8/26 Laramie, WY - Buckhorn Bar
8/31 Bozeman, MT - The Murray Bar
9/1 Missoula, MT - Draught Works Brewery
9/2 Seattle, WA - The Beery House
9/9 Paso Robles, CA - The Pour House
9/11 Los Angeles, CA - Hotel Cafe
9/13 Waco, TX - Common Grounds
9/14 Fayetteville, AR - George’s Majestic Lounge
9/16 Bristol, TN - Bristol Rhythm & Roots
9/17 Bristol, TN - Bristol Rhythm & Roots
9/18 Sparta, NC - Mountain Soul
9/23 Lexington, NC - High Rock Outfitters
9/24 Charlotte, NC - Double Door Inn
9/25 Fletcher, NC - Sierra Nevada Brewing
9/28 Thomas, WV - The Purple Fiddle
9/29 Blue Side Tavern - Frederick, MD
9/30 Bel Air, MD - The Armory
10/5 Richmond, VA - Cary St. Cafe
10/6 Roanoke, VA - Martin’s
10/8 Clayton, NC - Clayton Shindig
10/12 Awendaw, SC - Awendaw Green
10/13 Wilmington, NC - Calico Room
10/14 Charleston, SC - Palmetto Brewing Co.
10/15 Charlotte, NC - Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens Music Fest
10/15 Greenville, SC - GOTTROCKS
10/21 Johnson City, TN - The Willow Tree
10/22 Nashville, TN - Athens of the South Festival
10/28 Valdosta, GA - Ashley St. Station
10/30 Decatur, GA - Eddie’s Attic
11/2 Cocoa Beach, FL - Juice N Java Cafe
11/4 West Palm Beach, FL - The Kelsey Theate

Deep Roots Mountain Revival Festival is proud to announce the daily performance schedule for its inaugural music and arts festival on September 15-18, 2016. Top-tier bluegrass, jam band, rock and country acts will convene on the legendary Marvin’s Mountaintop in Masontown, WV, the original site for the All Good Festival. Performing on Thursday, September 15th, is jam band pioneer Melvin Seals and the JGB and more. On Friday, September 16th the dynamic and genre-defying Greensky Bluegrass performs, along with outlaw country music and southern rocker Shooter Jennings with Waymore’s Outlaws; Love and Theft; Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives; Cabinet and more. On Saturday, September 17th, slam grass virtuosos Leftover Salmon are joined by grassroots phenomenon Blackberry Smoke; The David Grisman Sextet; Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder; Rising Appalachia and more. Sunday, September 18th, features country music favorites Jamey Johnson; Corey Smith; The Marcus King Band and more. A full daily schedule can be found on the Deep Roots Mountain Revival website at www.mountainrevival.com.
 
Deep Roots offers a full schedule of community-building, family-friendly activities and events. Kids and their guardians are encouraged to visit the Family Activity Zone featuring scheduled events including yoga, hula hooping, instrument making, a t-shirt tie dye station, art and nature encounters. On Saturday, September 17th, shuttles will be available from the festival grounds to the Hovatter’s Zoo. Adults are also encouraged to play like kids with daily yoga sessions, paintball, a cornhole tournament, nature hikes and mountain bike tours. A schedule of activities can be found by visiting www.mountainrevival.com/kids-activities/. 
 
The festival will donate $3 from all purchases of 3-day passes to the United Way of Southern West Virginia to support flood relief efforts. The recent flooding left many West Virginia communities in dire need of help. Deep Roots Mountain Revival in partnership with the United Way of Southern WV is committed to long term flood recovery. General Admission Tier One tickets are currently available for $150 for 3-day passes and $180 for Thursday early arrival tickets. On August 1st, GA tickets increase to Tier 2 prices, $165 and $195 respectively. VIP tickets are available for $570 per person. All VIP ticket packages include early entry; catered meals; access to premiere viewing areas at all stages with beer and wine; access to private bathrooms and showers; VIP camping sites; VIP lounge access; discounts on festival grounds beer; and a stainless steel souvenir mug. Tickets can be purchased at www.mountainrevival.com/tickets.

For more information on the Deep Roots Mountain Revival Festival, visit www.mountainrevival.com.
 
WHAT: DEEP ROOTS MOUNTAIN REVIVAL FESTIVAL
WHEN: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 – SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2016
WHERE: MARVIN’S MOUNTAINTOP IN MASONTOWN, WV
TICKETS: Tier 1 General Admission 3-Day $150 (on sale now) // GA + Thursday Early Arrival $180 (on sale now) // VIP $570 (on sale now) // Tier 2 General Admission 3-Day $150 (on sale starting August 1) // GA + Thursday Early Arrival $180 (on sale starting August 1)
PURCHASE TICKETS: www.mountainrevival.com/tickets
FESTIVAL WEBSITE: http://www.mountainrevival.com

Today, Rolling Stone Magazine premiered a live video of Slightly Stoopid performing the Grateful Dead’s “Franklin’s Tower” with the support of special guests Bob Weir and Karl Denson. The track was originally performed during the Live from Roberto’s webcast at Weir’s Tamalpais Research Institute Studios in San Rafael, California earlier this year. Watch the “lively performance” (Rolling Stone) that Weir calls "good clean American FUN!" at http://rol.st/29ZFr4A.
 
“As a fan of The Dead, and as a musician,” explains Slightly Stoopid’s Miles Doughty, “you have to appreciate the chances The Dead took creatively in their live shows. It’s really amazing to jam with someone like Bob who was one of the musical pioneers of American music." Bandmate Ryan ‘Rymo’ Moran continues, "It was an honor to play Franklin’s Tower with Bob Weir. I grew up in Marin County and the music and culture of The Dead was all around us. My sister would give me hand-me-down bootleg cassette tapes of live Dead. I went to my first shows in high school at the Shoreline Amphitheater. The Dead were a huge influence on my musical path.”
 
Dead and Company pull into Slightly Stoopid's hometown venue in Chula Vista, CA tonight. And catch Slightly Stoopid as they embark on the second half of their cross-country Return of the Red Eye Summer Tour. The California band then returns this December to Mexico for a sold-out weekend of their annual Closer to the Sun destination festival. A full list of dates is below.
 
To watch Slightly Stoopid perform “Franklin’s Tower” with special guests Bob Weir and Karl Denson, visit - http://rol.st/29ZFr4A
 
SLIGHTLY STOOPID RETURN OF THE RED EYE SUMMER TOUR DATES
07/27  Lewiston, NY - Artpark
07/28  Richmond, VA - Innsbrook Pavilion
07/29  Portsmouth, VA - Portsmouth Pavilion
07/30  Raleigh, NC - Red Hat Amphitheater
07/31  North Charleston, SC - Riverfront Park
08/03  Des Moines, IA - Brenton Skate Plaza
08/04  Kansas City, MO - Crossroads
08/06  Morrison, CO - Red Rocks Amphitheatre
08/07  Council Bluffs, IA - Stir Cove
08/11  St. Augustine, FL - St. Augustine Amphitheatre
08/12  Cocoa, FL - Riverfront Park
08/13  Boca Raton, FL - Sunset Cove Amphitheater
08/14  St. Petersburg, FL - Vinoy Park
08/18  Boston, MA - Blue Hills Bank Pavilion
08/19  Asbury Park, NJ - Stone Pony Summer Stage
08/20  Philadelphia, PA - Festival Pier at Penn’s Landing
08/21  Baltimore, MD - Pier Six Pavilion
08/25  Minneapolis, MN - Cabooze Outdoors
08/26  Chicago, IL - FirstMerit Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
08/27  Cleveland, OH - Jacobs Pavilion
08/28  Detroit, MI - The Fillmore
12/14 - 12/18  Puerto Morelos, Mexico - Closer to the Sun at NOW Sapphire Resort

Instrumental rock-fusion quartet TAUK are proud to announce new fall tour dates in support of their third studio album, Sir Nebula. The album is slated for release September 16th and features cover art from popular Swedish digital illustrator Kilian Eng. Eng has made a name for himself creating dreamy surrealist art inspired by contemporary science fiction.
 
Sir Nebula will be released via STS9’s self-owned record label, 1320 Records. The album is now available for pre-order via iTunes and the band’s website, taukband.com. On September 15th, 2016, the label will offer an exclusive 24-hour pre-release of the album for streaming and for sale via download through their website, 1320records.com. The next day, on September 16th, 2016, the album will be available for immediate purchase or download through TAUK’s online retail stores at taukband.com, the Homegrown Music Network at homegrownmusic.net, all major online retailers, and select indie retailers. The 180 gram vinyl version will be available on October 15th, 2016.
 
Tickets for all shows will go on sale this Friday, August 12th at 10 AM local time.
 
Watch the band talk about the new album: https://youtu.be/n3c5a-hkMAM
 
Listen to the first single “Horizon”:  https://soundcloud.com/tauk/horizon-sir-nebula-preview/s-UZMAc
 
For up-to-date information on TAUK, visit: http://taukband.com/

Deep Roots Mountain Revival Festival is proud to announce the daily performance schedule for its inaugural music and arts festival on September 15-18, 2016. Top-tier bluegrass, jam band, rock and country acts will convene on the legendary Marvin’s Mountaintop in Masontown, WV, the original site for the All Good Festival. Performing on Thursday,September 15th, is jam band pioneer Melvin Seals and the JGB and more. On Friday, September 16th the dynamic and genre-defying Greensky Bluegrass performs, along with outlaw country music and southern rocker Shooter Jennings with Waymore’s Outlaws;Love and Theft; Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives; Cabinet and more. On Saturday, September 17th, slam grass virtuosos Leftover Salmon are joined by grassroots phenomenon Blackberry Smoke; The David Grisman Sextet; Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder; Rising Appalachia and more. Sunday, September 18th, features country music favorites Jamey Johnson; Corey Smith; The Marcus King Band and more. A full daily schedule can be found on the Deep Roots Mountain Revival website at www.mountainrevival.com.
 
Deep Roots offers a full schedule of community-building, family-friendly activities and events.Kids and their guardians are encouraged to visit the Family Activity Zone featuring scheduled events including yoga, hula hooping, instrument making, a t-shirt tie dye station, art and nature encounters. On Saturday, September 17th, shuttles will be available from the festival grounds to the Hovatter’s Zoo. Adults are also encouraged to play like kids with daily yoga sessions, paintball, a cornhole tournament, nature hikes and mountain bike tours. A schedule of activities can be found by visiting www.mountainrevival.com/kids-activities/. 
 
The festival will donate $3 from all purchases of 3-day passes to the United Way of Southern West Virginia to support flood relief efforts. The recent flooding left many West Virginia communities in dire need of help. Deep Roots Mountain Revival in partnership with the United Way of Southern WV is committed to long term flood recovery. General Admission Tier One tickets are currently available for $150 for 3-day passes and $180 for Thursday early arrival tickets. On August 1st, GA tickets increase to Tier 2 prices, $165 and $195 respectively. VIP tickets are available for $570 per person. All VIP ticket packages include early entry; catered meals; access to premiere viewing areas at all stages with beer and wine; access to private bathrooms and showers; VIP camping sites; VIP lounge access; discounts on festival grounds beer; and a stainless steel souvenir mug. Tickets can be purchased at www.mountainrevival.com/tickets.

For more information on the Deep Roots Mountain Revival Festival, visit www.mountainrevival.com.
 
WHAT: DEEP ROOTS MOUNTAIN REVIVAL FESTIVAL
WHEN: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 – SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2016
WHERE: MARVIN’S MOUNTAINTOP IN MASONTOWN, WV
TICKETS: Tier 1 General Admission 3-Day $150 (on sale now) // GA + Thursday Early Arrival $180 (on sale now) // VIP $570 (on sale now) // Tier 2 General Admission 3-Day $150 (on sale starting August 1) // GA + Thursday Early Arrival $180 (on sale starting August 1)
PURCHASE TICKETS: www.mountainrevival.com/tickets
FESTIVAL WEBSITE: http://www.mountainrevival.com

Funk and soul quartet The Nth Power are proud to announce the release of their dynamic new record, To Be Free - Live, on November 11, 2016. The band recorded the nine-track album in July during two nights of intimate live performances in Boston, MA and one night in the band’s hometown of Brooklyn, NY. Seven songs on the album represent new material for the band.

The Nth Power’s gospel-style vocals along with their soul, jazz, funk and world-beat riffs create a sound and experience that is made for a live show. At the request of their fans, the band decided to capture that energy on their latest record. The result is an album that exudes the intimacy and organic quality of a live performance paired with the profound talent of four powerhouse musicians: Nikki Glaspie (vocals, drums); Nate Edgar (bass); Nick Cassarino (vocals, guitar); and Courtney J. Mell Smith (vocals, keyboards).

“When we recorded [our debut full-length album], Abundance, we wanted to have a clean studio approach to our music; to hear it done right and done crisp,” says Nick Cassarino. “Since that release, we have been touring heavily for a year straight, and we have seen that when performed live, our energy and message seem to translate more fluidly to our audience.” To Be Free reflects that natural connection between performers and fans, representing the band’s sound in its truest state. “Every song is a journey, a story, a feeling, and an experience that we are honored to share with you,” shares Cassarino.

The band has also released a video featuring "Take My Soul", a standout blues track from the album which was filmed live in Boston at The Bridge Sound & Stage. ""Take My Soul" is an extremely powerful song that tells a story about a runaway slave that has surrendered his soul to God as he is being pursued by his adversary," says Nikki Glaspie. "The music is based in the blues tradition, of which, every member in the Nth Power respects and holds dear as an undeniable American Root.” Watch a preview for "Take My Soul" HERE.

To Be Free - Live will be distributed through Harmonzied Records and available for purchase exclusively at The Nth Power shows starting on October 12th. The album will then be available in record stores and via online digital and physical retailers on November 11th. Tickets for all To Be Free - Live tour dates go on sale Wednesday, August 31 at 10 am EST.

For more information on The Nth Power, including ticket information for all shows, visit thenthpowermusic.com.

The Nth Power To Be Free - Live Tour Dates
10/12/2016 - Ardmore Music Hall - Ardmore, PA
10/13/2016 - The Dock - Ithaca, NY
10/14/2016 - The Spot - Providence, RI 10/15/2016 - Arch Street Tavern - Hartford, CT
10/16/2016 - House of Music - Portland, ME
10/18/2016 - Funk N' Waffles - Syracuse, NY
10/19/2016 - Jewel - Manchester, NH
10/20/2016 - ArtsRiot - Burlington, VT
10/21/2016 - Brighton Music Hall - Boston, MA
10/22/2016 - Brooklyn Comes Alive - Brooklyn, NY
11/3/2016 - Barkley Ballroom - Frisco, CO
11/4/2016 - Cervantes Other Side - Denver, CO
11/5/2016 - Hodi's Half Note - Ft. Collins, CO
11/6/2016 - Fox Theatre - Boulder, CO
11/8/2016 - 1884 Lounge @ Minglewood Hall - Memphis, TN
11/10/2016 - Bootleg @ Atomic Cowboy - St. Louis, MO
11/11/2016 - Martyrs - Chicago, IL
11/12/2016 -The Mousetrap - Indianapolis, IN
11/13/2016 - Woodlands Tavern - Columbus, OH

Professional drummer Nikki Glaspie of The Nth Power has teamed up with Independent Arts and Music of Asheville (IamAVL) to create an online tutorial designed to offer aspiring percussionists tips, techniques, and tricks of the trade. The instructional drum workshop, presented by Echo Mountain Recording Studios and Guitar Center, is part of a series IamAVL has developed called Skill Sets intended to help musicians perfect their craft. Nikki’s Skill Set is now available for rental and purchase on Vimeo. In October, you can catch Nikki showcasing her expertise with The Nth Power on their fall tour.

“For a long time people had been asking me why don't you put out an instructional video," says Glaspie, ”and for a long time I didn't have the drive to do so. I then realized that since I have a voice, I should say something. My manager pushed me to do this and I'm glad she did. I was thinking to myself, what am I going to talk about for an hour and a half? And by the end of it, I was like, wait, there's more!"

Nikki Glaspie has been drumming since she was eight years old. She has received formal training from Berklee College of Music and is best known for her work as a touring musician with the Queen B herself, Beyonce. Glaspie laid down beats for Jay-Z, Kanye West, Karl Denson, Ivan Neville, Dumpstaphunk, R&B legend Chaka Khan, George Porter Jr. of The Meters and many more before forming her own supergroup of world-class musicians, The Nth Power.

In the spring of 2016, IamAVL approached Nikki about doing an instructional workshop video in a series called Skill Sets. Skill Sets is a platform that integrates video production, in-studio recording sessions and live performances into one seamless channel of high-quality content. Skill Sets is a live tutorial led by a musician who has mastered his/her craft. Sessions are recorded at Echo Mountain Recording Studios in downtown Asheville, NC and are intended for local musicians and players from all over the world to access for valuable tips and advice from industry professionals. Nikki’s Skill Set was taped in front of an intimate live audience where attendees were encouraged to interact and ask questions throughout the event. Her Skill Set is available to rent for 30 days for $3.99, or may be purchased for $5.99 via vimeo.com (Direct like HERE). Additional programming on the IAmAVL channel can be accessed via IAmAVL.com.

Funk and soul quartet The Nth Power will be releasing their dynamic new live album, To Be Free, on November 11, 2016. The band recorded the nine-track album in July during two nights of live performances in Boston, MA and one night in the band’s hometown of Brooklyn, NY. Seven songs on the album represent new material for the band. Starting in October, the band will embark on a fall tour; a full list of tour dates is below.

For more information on The Nth Power, visit: thenthpowermusic.com 

For more information on IAmAVL and their programming, visit: iamavl.com

The Nth Power To Be Free - Previously Announced Tour Dates
10/12/2016 - Ardmore Music Hall - Ardmore, PA
10/13/2016 - The Dock - Ithaca, NY
10/14/2016 - The Spot - Providence, RI
10/15/2016 - Arch Street Tavern - Hartford, CT
10/16/2016 - House of Music - Portland, ME
10/18/2016 - Funk N' Waffles - Syracuse, NY
10/19/2016 - Jewel - Manchester, NH
10/20/2016 - ArtsRiot - Burlington, VT
10/21/2016 - Brighton Music Hall - Boston, MA
10/22/2016 - Brooklyn Comes Alive - Brooklyn, NY
110/3/2016 - Barkley Ballroom - Frisco, CO
11/04/2016 - Cervantes Other Side - Denver, CO
11/05/2016 - Hodi's Half Note - Ft. Collins, CO
11/06/2016 - Fox Theatre - Boulder, CO
11/08/2016 - 1884 Lounge @ Minglewood Hall - Memphis, TN
11/10/2016 - Bootleg @ Atomic Cowboy - St. Louis, MO
11/11/2016 - Martyrs - Chicago, IL
11/12/2016 -The Mousetrap - Indianapolis, IN
11/13/2016 - Woodlands Tavern - Columbus, OH

Dear fans, friends, and family,

We are sorry to announce that our performance at this weekend's Bear Creek Bayou Music Festival on Friday will be our final show together. We feel it is right that it will be at home in New Orleans as a part of the first festival we ever played. We have traveled throughout the entire country, made life long friends and we feel fortunate to have accomplished things as a band we never would have imagined when we first began. Please keep an eye out for our own individual endeavors as we move forward! Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for the constant love and support over these past seven years.

Funk and soul quartet The Nth Power are proud to announce the release of their dynamic new record, To Be Free - Live, on November 11, 2016. The band recorded the nine-track album in July during two nights of intimate live performances in Boston, MA and one night in the band’s hometown of Brooklyn, NY. Seven songs on the album represent new material for the band.

The Nth Power’s gospel-style vocals along with their soul, jazz, funk and world-beat riffs create a sound and experience that is made for a live show. At the request of their fans, the band decided to capture that energy on their latest record. The result is an album that exudes the intimacy and organic quality of a live performance paired with the profound talent of four powerhouse musicians: Nikki Glaspie (vocals, drums); Nate Edgar (bass); Nick Cassarino (vocals, guitar); and Courtney J. Mell Smith (vocals, keyboards).

“When we recorded [our debut full-length album], Abundance, we wanted to have a clean studio approach to our music; to hear it done right and done crisp,” says Nick Cassarino. “Since that release, we have been touring heavily for a year straight, and we have seen that when performed live, our energy and message seem to translate more fluidly to our audience.” To BeFree reflects that natural connection between performers and fans, representing the band’s sound in its truest state. “Every song is a journey, a story, a feeling, and an experience that we are honored to share with you,” shares Cassarino.

The band has also released a video featuring "Take My Soul", a standout blues track from the album which was filmed live in Boston at The Bridge Sound & Stage. ""Take My Soul" is an extremely powerful song that tells a story about a runaway slave that has surrendered his soul to God as he is being pursued by his adversary," says Nikki Glaspie. "The music is based in the blues tradition, of which, every member in the Nth Power respects and holds dear as an undeniable American Root.” Watch a preview for "Take My Soul" HERE.

To Be Free - Live will be distributed through Harmonzied Records and available for purchase exclusively at The Nth Power shows starting on October 12th. The album will then be available in record stores and via online digital and physical retailers on November 11th. Tickets for all To BeFree - Live tour dates go on sale Wednesday, August 31 at 10 am EST.

For more information on The Nth Power, including ticket information for all shows, visit thenthpowermusic.com.

Soundslinger is proud to announce the initial lineup for the 2017 Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival, a diverse, multi-genre event celebrating the start of spring with world renowned and on the rise performers, art installations to inspire with awe, yoga and meditation to cleanse the soul, great food, and friends new and old to enjoy it all with. The second annual edition of North America’s most exciting new festival will take place from Thursday, March 2nd through Sunday, March 5th at Okeechobee, Florida’s beautiful Sunshine Grove, located on over 600 acres of pristine grasslands, clear lakes, and exotic tropical woodlands. Featuring performance from Kings of Leon, Usher & The Roots, Bassnectar, The Lumineers, Flume, Wiz Khalifa, Pretty Lights, Solange, Rae Sremmurd, Young The Giant, Porter Robinson (Live), Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, and many more, the 2017 Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival will build upon the unique attributes that made this past spring’s sold out event one of the most talked about live music experiences of the year.

A limited quantity of both 3-day and 4-day Early Bird festival tickets as well as Early Bird VIP packages are on sale now via OkeechobeeFest.com. Early Bird 3 day GA price is $229, Early Bird 4 day GA price is $249, and Early Bird Eternal Sunshine VIP price is $599. Once the limited quantity of Early Bird tickets are sold out, additional GA tickets will be available at the Tier 1 price. The full first wave artist lineup and festival AdMat can be found below. Additional major artists and other news to be announced in the coming weeks.

Purchase Early Bird Tickets to Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival 2017 while supplies last.
Visit OkeechobeeFest.com for complete ticketing details and payment plan options.

It is quite a challenge to stand out in today’s festival landscape, but with the inaugural event this past spring, the Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival did just that and more. From legendary performances at the first ever PoWoW! (Read about 2016’s PoWow! Feat. Arcade Fire's Win Butler, Miguel, Hall & Oates' John Oates, Mumford & Sons, Skrillex, Mac Miller, Preservation Hall Jazz Band and more at Rolling Stone), to signature venues like the lakeside sandy beach of Aquachobee, and the otherworldly confines of Jungle 51 hidden within a forest of luminescent trees, Okeechobee wowed a sold-out gathering of open-minded music fans with a weekend worthy of its position as the first major event of the music festival season.

“While an incredible lineup featuring everyone from Mumford and Sons and Kendrick Lamar to Robert Plant and Skrillex kept us Okeechobeings on a dynamic and literally nonstop musical journey over the course of the festival's four nights, it was the overall experience — the camping, the art, the beach, the costumes, the nature and weather, the yoga and spirituality, and of course the smiling, chilled-out people from all walks of life — that made the festival the magical bubble in space-time it was.” - Miami New Times on Okeechobee 2016

Watch the Okeechobee 2016 After Movie

Okeechobee’s festival site has been carefully prepared to capture the natural beauty of the sunshine state, and give the festival an intimate feeling. Building upon the epic experience that greeted patrons in its inaugural year, Soundslinger has further invested in new art, amenities and infrastructure for Okeechobee’s second annual edition. An assortment of spectacular multi-media immersive art installations dot the landscape, including unique pieces commissioned specifically for the festival with an emphasis on upcycled materials. Patrons will stumble upon large scale structures and small intimate interactive pieces as they experience the artistic heart and soul of the festival in ChobeeWobee Village, or spend time exploring the majestic Sunshine Grove through every hidden hammock, grove of palms, and secret pathway throughout the festival site. When hunger strikes after an afternoon of dancing, a wide array of locally sourced treats from some of Florida’s most popular food trucks and artisanal purveyors will be on hand to satiate the most voracious appetites and discerning palates. Meanwhile, Yogachobee offers a place for healing, exploration, and reflection on the epic musical moments and experiences, with yoga, meditation, permaculture workshops, speakers and more.

“We are excited to build upon the success of OMF 16. This year’s lineup is great and we have more surprises to come. We are opening up more of our amazing property for people to explore, and continuing to invest in art and the overall festival experience. Can’t wait to open the doors on March 2nd!”- Kevin Collinsworth (Soundslinger CEO)

In addition to continuously improving the festival operations, logistics & overall fan experience, an ongoing endeavor of the Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival is to do everything possible to respect and cherish the natural beauty of the festival site, the surrounding area, and the earth as a whole. Each year the festival will make progress towards the eventual goal of being a carbon neutral event while utilizing as many biodegradable, repurposed, recycled & sustainable materials as possible.

4-Day GA Passes include parking, tent camping, and access to all four days of the festival.  Fans can make the most out of their weekend with the Eternal Sunshine VIP Experience, a variety of Tent and RV Rental options, the Eternal Sunshine VIP Boutique Camping Experience, or a Super VIP Luxury Tour Bus package called The Grand Kachobee. These ticket and lodging packages are customized to give each fan an experience that they will never forget.  Detailed information is available on the website.

For tickets and information, go to www.okeechobeefest.com

"Tropical Indie-Rock" sextet The Hip Abduction will bring their vibrant Florida vibes to Colorado this winter. Don't miss their Presidents Day week of shows infusing global grooves with a highly emotive and roots driven sound.