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Pete Muller to Drop New Single 'Run Out Of Love' With Lisa Loeb


Singer/Songwriter Pete Muller collaborates with Grammy Winner Lisa Loeb for his new single 'Run Out of Love'. Dive into the melodic journey of this unique musical partnership. The new track, “Run Out of Love” is a blues drenched, alluring duet with Grammy-winning songwriter Lisa Loeb.

Pete Muller Releases Title Track 'More Time' From New Album


Pete Muller has released the title track to his new album More Time. The album was recorded in Memphis with producer/engineer Matt Ross-Spang (Jason Isbell, Margo Price). Muller has also shared the song's video directed by Gus Black  (Phoebe Bridgers, Sheryl Crow) with Rock and Roll Globe.

The Paranoid Style Shares 'Last Night In Chickentown' From New LP 'The Interrogator


The Paranoid Style is also notably confirmed to open for Drive-By Truckers in Athens, GA on February 16th at the famed 40 Watt as part of 'HeAthens Homecoming.' Watch the lyric video for the new single now!

Blues Guitarist Jon Geiger Releases New Album 'Live At Harvelle's'


Blues guitarist Jon Geiger has released a new album titled 'Live at Harvelle's.' Check out his latest work filled with soulful blues tunes. The thirteen-track album was recorded completely live this past Spring and Summer at famed blues club Harvelle's in Santa Monica, Calif., where Geiger was a regular, headlining performer.

Songwriter James McMurtry to Come to the Boulder Theater


In James McMurtry’s new effort, The Horses and the Hounds, the acclaimed songwriter backs personal narratives with effortless elegance (“Canola Fields”) and endless energy (“If It Don’t Bleed”). This first collection in seven years, due August 20 on New West Records, spotlights a seasoned tunesmith in peak form as he turns toward reflection (“Vaquero”) and revelation (closer “Blackberry Winter”). Familiar foundations guide the journey. “There’s a definite Los Angeles vibe to this record,” McMurtry says. “The ghost of Warren Zevon seems to be stomping around among the guitar tracks. Don’t know how he got in there. He never signed on for work for hire.”

Tejano Rock Singer-Songwriter Patricia Vonne To Perform At Lewisville Grand Theater, February 5 


The Lewisville Grand Theater will present bilingual tour-de-force Patricia Vonne back to The Grand on Saturday, February 5 at 8 p.m. Vonne will play an intimate acoustic concert featuring American roots music infused with flamenco and fiery gypsy guitar as part of the 2022 Black Box Songwriter Series. 

The Flatlanders Release First New Album in 12 Years 'Treasure of Love'


The album marks their first collection of newly recorded music in more than 12 years and was completed during the COVID-19 lockdown with the assistance of multi-instrumentalist Lloyd Maines, who co-produced the album alongside Ely. 

The Flatlanders Release Cover of Bob Dylan's 'She Belongs To Me'


Earlier this month, The Flatlanders announced their new album Treasure of Love with the official video for “Sittin’ on Top of the World,” which was embraced by American Songwriter, Rolling Stone, and more.

The Flatlanders Release Official Video for New Single 'Sittin' on Top of the World'


“This video reflects the combined energy of The Flatlanders from many performances over the past 50 years! It’s a damn miracle!” said Joe Ely about the video. Jimmie Dale Gilmore added: “In a way, this video encapsulates the history of The Flatlanders.'

David Byrne to Perform in Virtual FOOD FOR LOVE Benefit Concert to End Hunger in New Mexico


On Valentine's Day Eve (February 13, 2021), Food For Love, a benefit concert, will feature David Byrne, Jackson Browne, Nathaniel Rateliff, the Chicks, Kurt Vile and many more artists all performing to benefit the New Mexico Association of Food Banks. 

NJPAC Presents Jeff Daniels' Virtual Concert


New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) invites you to join Emmy award-winning actor, director, singer/songwriter Jeff Daniels for an intimate virtual concert experience full of original songs, personal stories from his stage and movie career that only he can tell—and plenty of smiles.

NJPAC Presents Jeff Daniels' Virtual Concert


New Jersey Performing Arts Center invites you to join Emmy award-winning actor, director, singer/songwriter Jeff Daniels for an intimate virtual concert experience full of original songs, personal stories from his stage and movie career that only he can tell—and plenty of smiles. Stick around for a 15-30 min audience Q&A following the performance.

Eliza Gilkyson Premieres Stop-Motion Video for 'Promises to Keep'


Eliza Gilkyson, the two-time GRAMMY-nominated (2006/2014) folk singer, songwriter and activist is one of the most respected musicians in Folk Roots/Americana music today.

Austin Nonprofit HOME Announces Updates For Virtual Benefit


Austin-based nonprofit HOME, Housing Opportunities for Musicians and Entertainers, announces the lineup for their cooking segment taking place during their annual benefit, “HOME COOKIN' FOR THE HOLIDAYS,” on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020 from 7 - 9 p.m. via virtual broadcast.

Austin-Based Nonprofit HOME Announces HOME COOKIN' FOR THE HOLIDAYS Virtual Benefit


Austin-based nonprofit HOME, Housing Opportunities for Musicians and Entertainers, announces their annual benefit, a?oeHOME COOKIN' FOR THE HOLIDAYS,a?? taking place on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020.

Video: Gates of the West & Dark Horse Records present 'A Song For Joe: Celebrating The Life Of Joe Strummer


On Joe Strummer’s birthday, Friday, August 21 at 3:00pm ET (12:00pm PT and 8:00pm BST), the music and arts community is coming together for a global event to celebrate Joe Strummer’s legacy as a solo musician and singer of The Clash.

Wharton Center Presents Jeff Daniels Virtual Concert


Join Emmy award-winning and Tony nominated actor, director, singer/song-writer Jeff Daniels on Friday, August 28, 2020, at 8:00pm, for an intimate concert experience full of original songs, personal stories from his stage and movie career that only he can tell - and plenty of smiles.  Following the concert Jeff will do a short Q & A. 

Karen Jonas Announces Release Date for New Album THE SOUTHWEST SKY AND OTHER DREAMS


Karen Jonas has announced the release date for her fifth album, The Southwest Sky and Other Dreams - out August 28.

Peter Karp Will Release 'Magnificent Heart' on May 8th


Peter Karp is known for many things. An assertive singer, a skilled guitarist and a passionate performer, he's also an individual who writes songs that frequently reflect tales told as part of life's journey, spawned by passion and personal experience.

Joe Ely FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Joe Ely written?

Joe Ely has written 1 shows including Chippy: Diary of a West Texas Hooker (Composer/Lyricist).

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