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Jamie Drake Shares 'Redwood Tree' Video With The Talkhouse
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 17, 2019 Los Angeles-based indie folk songwriter Jamie Drake shared the official video for 'Redwood Tree' with The Talkhouse. The song is featured on Jamie Drake's stunning debut album, Everything's Fine out now via AntiFragile Music. About the video Jamie Drake told The Talkhouse, “'Redwood Tree' is a joyou...
Monica Rizzio Releases Sophomore Album SUNSHINE IS FREE
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 04, 2019 A bonfire on a beach. A couple of days with the one you love. Simply doing...nothing. The little joys in life. Americana singer-songwriter Monica Rizzio's new album, Sunshine Is Free, is all about the simple things that make it all worth it. The album is out today....
Chris Hillman to Perform at the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 01, 2019 Four-time Grammy nominee and folk/rock innovator Chris Hillman chronicles his storied music career alongside long-time musical partner Herb Pedersen at Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre in Malibu on Saturday, September 21 at 8 p.m. at the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts....
Monica Rizzio Finds the Bright Side On SUNSHINE IS FREE
by Tori Hartshorn - July 18, 2019 Wouldn't it be great if we could all take a look at the bright side more often? It's clear when speaking with Monica Rizzio that she certainly does. Her new album, Sunshine Is Free, is all about appreciating how the little things in life make it all worth it. A bonfire on a beach. A couple of days w...
Jamie Drake To Release 'Everything's Fine' on September 20
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 18, 2019 One of Los Angeles' best-kept musical secrets, indie folk songwriter Jamie Drake will emerge onto the national scene with her stunning debut album, Everything's Fine out September 20, 2019 via AntiFragile Music (pre-order). Today Jamie Drake has shared 'Redwood Tree' the latest single from the forth...
Ben Sparaco and The New Effect Announces New Single, Out July 26
by Abigail Charpentier - July 15, 2019 Ben Sparaco and The New Effect, the Nashville-based indie-rock trio fronted by songwriter, guitarist and vocalist Ben Sparaco, have announced their new single, 'Living On My Own,' will arrive on Friday, July 26. The new song will be on their forthcoming full-length album expected late 2019/early 202...
Celebrated Blues Veteran Arthur Adams Returns On A Mission To Share His Special Blend Of Soul-Filling Blues On New Album
by Tori Hartshorn - July 11, 2019 Arthur Adams has had a musical career that would make even the hardest blues cynic smile. Beginning as a solo artist in the '60s and '70s, Adams quickly made a name for himself as both an exceedingly talented songwriter as well as a riveting performer. His list of collaborators includes such luminar...
New York Guitar Festival Announces Additional Artists to Lineup
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 08, 2019 The New York Guitar Festival and Arts Brookfield will present “Memphis Minnie: In Search of the Hoodoo Lady,” a free, outdoor concert celebrating the life and music of influential blues guitarist Memphis Minnie. The Saturday, June 1st, 7pm event will be held at Brookfield Place's Waterfront Plaza in...
Grateful Dead Partners With Z2 Comics to Release GRATEFUL DEAD ORIGINS In 2020
by Tori Hartshorn - April 18, 2019 With the recent success of partnerships with BabyMetal, Andy Black and Skillet, Z2 Comics continues to solidify their place as the premier creator of music-affiliated graphic novels. The company has entered in to their largest partnership to date creating a graphic novel for the iconic Grateful Dead...
JJ Cale's STAY AROUND Gets Record Store Day Release Ahead Of Album
by Tori Hartshorn - April 12, 2019 To celebrate the release of beloved songwriter, guitarist and singer JJ Cale's Stay Around, Because Music will release an exclusive 7' vinyl for Record Store Day on April 13. The B-side features “Worrying Off Your Mind,” a bonus track from 2009's Roll On....
Dave Harrington Group Announces World Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 02, 2019 Today Dave Harrington has announced a word tour with that includes dates in Moscow, Berlin, Oslo, Paris, London, San Fransisco, New York and Los Angeles. Tickets for all shows go on sale this Friday, April 5....
Bluegrass Legends Del McCoury and David Grisman at SOPAC 3/20
by Tori Hartshorn - March 05, 2019 Through the years generations of Bluegrass lovers have flocked to legend Del McCoury for an exciting musical ride through the decades, beginning in the 1960s. SOPAC is proud to present multi-award-winner Del McCoury, along with multi-instrument virtuoso David Grisman, on March 20 at 7:30 p.m. Still ...
The Travelin' McCourys Win GRAMMY for 'Best Bluegrass Album'
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 11, 2019 Congratulations to The Travelin' McCourys on their GRAMMY win for “Best Bluegrass Album,” announced today in Los Angeles, CA. The band's eponymous debut album was released on May 25th of last year after decades of playing-- the GRAMMY award pointing to both the band's work ethic and their innovativ...
Good Old Boys 'Live' With Jerry Garcia Coming December 18th
by Tori Hartshorn - December 13, 2018 Some of the greatest musical moments happen only once, in a live setting, and if you're not there to experience them at the time, they're lost to history. But every now and then, a buried treasure is discovered that brings a lost moment back to life and thrills music fans. Such is the case with this...
MerleFest 2019 Announces Initial Lineup and Late Night Jam
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 13, 2018 MerleFest, presented by Window World, is proud to announce the initial lineup for MerleFest 2019, which will be held April 25-28. The annual homecoming of musicians and music fans returns to the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Moun...
Advertisement Debut New Track 'Caroline's Wings,' Tour Kicks Off Next Week
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 25, 2018 On 'Caroline's Wings,' Seattle's Advertisement turn to both honesty and facetiousness as forms of catharsis, and they make no effort to hide their growing ambition. The single unveils a curiosity for vast, textured arrangements, a bitingly self-aware and wildly alive sense of humor, growing obsessio...
Ed Helms' The Bluegrass Situation Announces Podcasts and Releases Details for 3rd Annual Shout & Shine Showcase
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 17, 2018 An exciting 2018 is underway for The Bluegrass Situation, the multifaceted and ever-evolving media company, co-founded by actor and banjo player Ed Helms, that has been redefining roots culture since 2012. Today, the movement better known as BGS is pleased to announce the addition of three new podca...
Dickey Betts, The Get Up Kids, Thrice, The Front Bottoms To Headline Great South Bay Music Festival
by Tori Hartshorn - July 09, 2018 The Great South Bay Music Festival - Long Islands longest running, and largest 4 day, all ages Music & Arts Festival, returns to the picturesque waterfront at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village from Thursday, July 12 through Sunday, July 15th. ...
Dickey Betts, The Get Up Kids, Thrice, The Front Bottoms To Headline Great South Bay Music Festival
by Tori Hartshorn - June 27, 2018 Long Islands longest running, and largest 4 day, all ages Music & Arts Festival, returns to the picturesque waterfront at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village from Thursday, July 12 through Sunday, July 15th....
Fourth Annual Coltrane Day Music Celebration Returns to Huntington's Heckscher Park 7/21
by Tori Hartshorn - June 22, 2018 Fourth Annual Coltrane Day Music Celebration Returns to Huntington's Heckscher Park 7/21...
Dead Heads to Gather in Movie Theaters Nationwide August 1 for 8th Annual Grateful Dead Meet-Up
by Macon Prickett - June 05, 2018 The Grateful Dead returns to cinemas this summer for its highly anticipated annual event, '8 th Annual Grateful Dead Meet-Up at the Movies.' For the eighth year in a row, a special concert presentation will bring fans together across the country for a unique celebration of the band. This year's conc...
Bluegrass Champs, Live From The Don Owens Show Set For July 6 Release + GOIN' CRAZY Premieres at Bluegrass Today
by Macon Prickett - May 30, 2018 During World War II, thousands from rural America flooded Washington, D.C. seeking jobs, bringing with them a mix of country, bluegrass, blues and jazz. Propelled by A.M. radio, television and honky tonks, musically, it was an exciting time in the nation's capital....
Craft Recordings to Reissue Solo Titles from CCR's Doug Clifford & Tom Fogerty
by Macon Prickett - May 23, 2018 Craft Recordings is pleased to announce two special reissues from Creedence Clearwater Revival's Doug Clifford and Tom Fogerty. The two helped make up CCR's distinctive 'chooglin' rhythm section, roles that, along with John Fogerty and Stu Cook, earned them a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame....
Great South Bay Music Festival 2018 Lineup & Schedule
by Macon Prickett - May 01, 2018 The Great South Bay Music Festival - Long Islands longest running, and largest 4 day, all ages Music & Arts Festival, returns to the picturesque waterfront at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village from Thursday, July 12 through Sunday, July 15th. ...
THE WEIGHT BAND Releases New Single WORLD GONE MAD
by Macon Prickett - February 09, 2018 Today, February 8, Woodstock-based artists The Weight Band released the music video for their latest single, “World Gone Mad.” The track is featured on the band's first full-length studio album World Gone Mad. The album features original tracks, guest vocals and slide guitar from Jackie Greene on a ... |