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SNL Vocalist Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez To Appear At The Emelin, April 22

Rock n' soul will rule the night on Saturday, April 22 at 8:00 pm as Christine Ohlman, the flashy, gritty platinum-blonde 'Beehive Queen,' who is the longtime vocalist with NBC's Saturday Night Live Band, brings Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez to The Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck for “THE QUEEN MEETS THE KINGS,” teaming with legendary Billy Joel drummer Liberty Devitto & The Slim Kings in a night of roots-driven, soulful rock n' roll that will spotlight songs from their recordings, including Ohlman's latest, 

Franklin Stage Company Will Present The Vicki Kristina Barcelona Band This Month

Franklin Stage Company will present a concert featuring Vicki Kristina Barcelona Band, the 3-woman, multi-instrumentalist group, from July 21-July 24 at Chapel Hall in Franklin, NY.

CROCE PLAYS CROCE Comes to The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts

A.J. Croce pays homage to his father, folk singer Jim Croce, in Croce Plays Croce at Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre in Malibu on Friday, October 22, 2021 at 8 p.m. 

Sun King Rising Releases DELTA TALES

Resonant of the tradition of Southern Rock and Country Soul, 'Delta Tales' combines vibrant narratives lush with themes of love (lost and found), family, faith, betrayal, sin, and redemption; a boilerplate of Southern archetypes encased in a vigorous instrumental buffet.

A.J. Croce Premiers 'Better Day' Featuring Robben Ford

Over the past three decades, A.J. Croce has established his reputation as a piano player and serious vocal stylist who pulls from a host of musical traditions and anti-heroes — part New Orleans, part juke joint, part soul.

Peac*cksunrise Records Announces the Fall Release of 'Delta Tales'

Sun King Rising's debut album, Delta Tales, will be released this Fall on CD, vinyl, and leading download and streaming sites.

Chris Catalena Debuts 'Fool' With Ghettoblaster

Rooted in Austin and currently based in Los Angeles, Chris Catalena is the true outlaw country-folk musician of his generation. His new self-titled album is released this Friday, November 1 via Spaceflight Records. Influenced by Merle Haggard, Kris Kristofferson and Neil Young, Catalena has lived a life of struggle, genuine love and boundless hard work and growth. The album, which was announced with Austin's NPR Station, KUTX, is a vulnerable exploration of his hardships and how they lead to his thoughtful, invigorated perspective.

The Raconteurs Unveil Two Amazon Original Recordings & Behind-the-Scenes Footage

The Raconteurs - Jack White, Brendan Benson, Jack Lawrence, and Patrick Keeler – have announced today's premiere of Amazon Original versions of “I'm Your Puppet” and “Now That You're Gone,” recorded August 23, 2019 at Muscle Shoals, AL's legendary FAME Studios and available now only on Amazon Music. Written by Dan Penn and Spooner Oldham, “I'm Your Puppet” was made famous by James & Bobby Purify; the original version of “Now That You're Gone” can be found on The Raconteurs' acclaimed new album, HELP US STRANGER (Third Man Records). “I'm Your Puppet” and “Now That You're Gone” are available to stream and purchase now, and fans can watch behind-the-scenes footage of the band recording and discussing the tracks HERE. The tracks are also available to stream on Amazon Music HD, a new premium tier quality streaming audio from Amazon Music.

Tina Turner to Enter Memphis Music Hall of Fame

It's the eighth year that the Memphis Music Hall of Fame honors the city's world-changing musical legends and, in doing so, The Hall announced eight new Inductees. The 2019 class, which will bring the current Memphis Music Hall of Fame roster to 84 members, was unveiled today at a press conference held at the iconic Lafayette's Music Room in Overton Square. A full house cheered as each member of the 2019 class was revealed, which included icons of rock, blues, soul, opera and jazz. This year, seven of the eight Inductees announced are living or include living musicians, with many still recording andor performing. 

Jim James Announces Full Band Headline Tour, Deluxe Vinyl Reissue

Jim James has announced plans for a spring headline tour. The Jim James Presents Uniform Distortion tour - which sees James backed by his longtime live band - begins May 1 at Charleston, SC's Charleston Music Hall and then continues through the month. James - who has only just wrapped up a series of intimate European headline shows - will bring his first full band performances of last year's Uniform Distortion along with selections from his entire catalogue to U.S. festivals at Atlanta, GA's Shaky Knees Music Festival (May 4), Manchester, TN's Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival (June 15), Telluride, CO's Telluride Bluegrass Festival (June 20-23), and Quincy CA's High Sierra Music Festival (July 4-7).

Jim James Releases Spotify Singles Session, Announces Deluxe Vinyl

Jim James has announced today's premiere of his new Spotify Singles Sessions, streaming exclusively viaSpotify. The session features two extraordinary tracks recorded with the activist singing collective Resistance Revival Chorus, including 'Over and Over' (originally found on UNIFORM DISTORTION) and the Burt Bacharach/Hal David classic, 'What The World Needs Now Is Love.'

Donnie Fritts Announces New Album JUNE A Tribute To Arthur Alexander Out August 31

This summer, the funky Donnie Fritts returns with June: a personal and emotional tribute to his best friend, the late, great Muscle Shoals R&B legend Arthur Alexander. The album was produced by John Paul White and Ben Tanner and was recorded in the evenings at the original location of Muscle Shoals Sound Studio. The album will be released worldwide on August 31 and locally in Florence, AL with a special album release show at 116 E. Mobile on July 27.

Nicki Blum Shares New Album TO RISE YOU GOTTA FALL Via The Boot

Compass Records is excited to announce that The Boot is currently streaming in its entirety the new album, TO RISE YOU GOTTA FALL, by renowned singer/songwriter Nicki Bluhm. TO RISE YOU GOTTA FALL was recorded in Memphis at the legendary Sam Phillips Recording studio and features two co-writes with Ryan Adams and a Dan Penn cover. For these live band analog sessions, Bluhm brought in producer Matt Ross-Spang (Margo Price, Jason Isbell), and the studio band included Will Sexton (guitar), Ross-Spang (guitars), Ken Coomer (drums and percussion), Al Gamble (Hammond B3), Rick Steff (piano) and Dave Smith (bass), with Reba Russell and Susan Marshall (background singers), Sam Shoup (string arrangements) and various special guests.

Nicki Bluhm Announces Compass Records Debut Album TO RISE YOU GOTTA FALL

Compass Records is excited to announce the release of renowned singer/ songwriter Nicki Bluhm's new album, TO RISE YOU GOTTA FALL, out June 1. To celebrate the announcement, Rolling Stone premiered the title track, hailing the song as 'a blast of Memphis soul.' TO RISE YOU GOTTA FALL was recorded in Memphis at the legendary Sam Phillips Recording and features two co-writes with Ryan Adams and a Dan Penn cover. For these live band, analog sessions, Bluhm brought in producer Matt Ross-Spang(Margo Price, Jason Isbell), and the studio band included Will Sexton (guitar), Ross-Spang (guitars), Ken Coomer(drums and percussion), Al Gamble (Hammond B3), Rick Steff (piano) and Dave Smith (bass), with Reba Russell andSusan Marshall (background singers), Sam Shoup (string arrangements) and various special guests.

Nicki Bluhm Announces New Album + Tour Dates

Compass Records is excited to announce the release of renowned singer/songwriter Nicki Bluhm's new album, TO RISE YOU GOTTA FALL, out June 1. To celebrate the announcement, Rolling Stone premiered the title track yesterday, hailing the song as 'a blast of Memphis soul.' TO RISE YOU GOTTA FALL was recorded in Memphis at the legendary Sam Phillips Recording studio and features two co-writes with Ryan Adams and a Dan Penn cover. For these live band analog sessions, Bluhm brought in producer Matt Ross-Spang (Margo Price, Jason Isbell), and the studio band included Will Sexton (guitar), Ross-Spang (guitars), Ken Coomer (drums and percussion), Al Gamble (Hammond B3), Rick Steff (piano) and Dave Smith (bass), with Reba Russell and Susan Marshall (background singers), Sam Shoup (string arrangements) and various special guests. 'To Rise You Gotta Fall' is available to listen on all streaming platforms here.

Gregg Allman's 70th Bday Celebrated With New Video Out Now

To celebrate what would have been Gregg Allman's 70th birthday today, Rounder Records is excited to announce the release of the new official music video for 'Song for Adam,' from the legendary rocker's Grammy-nominated final album, SOUTHERN BLOOD.

Gregg Allman's Final Record Celebrated with GRAMMY Nominations

SOUTHERN BLOOD, the extraordinary final album from the legendary Gregg Allman, has been honored with two prestigious nominations for the upcoming 60th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

Gregg Allman to be Celebrated at UGA Football Game this Weekend

The extraordinary life and legacy of Gregg Allman will be honored by the University of Georgia with a very special halftime celebration during the highly anticipated SEC Football game between the #1-ranked Georgia Bulldogs and the University of South Carolina Gamec*cks, set for this Saturday, November 4th at Sanford Stadium in Athens, GA. The UGA will honor Allman for his remarkable contributions to American music as well as his personal generosity towards the University.

Gregg Allman and 'Southern Blood' Make Stunning Chart Debut

SOUTHERN BLOOD, the extraordinary final album from the legendary Gregg Allman, has made a spectacular chart debut, entering the SoundScan/Billboard 200 at #11 after its first week of release.

New Episode of Documentary Series LONG LIVE THE STORYTELLERS Premieres Today

The third episode in the 'Long Live the Storytellers' video series is premiering today at Rolling Stone Country. Watch here: EPISODE THREE, EPISODE TWO and EPISODE ONE.