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David Malloy Shares 'A Brand New Day' From Upcoming Album 'Mirror'
by Michael Major - March 13, 2024 The colors MALLOY saw in the sky that morning helped to inspire the look and feel of the “A Brand New Day” video and to cast his dog “DJ,” a three year old 100% German shepherd, in it. The video was directed by Andrew Rozario for Casting Life Films with animator, Beau Burnette and illustrator, Ian B... 
Sugarcane Jane Featuring Longtime Neil Young Bandmate to Release 'On A Mission' LP
by Michael Major - February 27, 2024 Led by the dynamic husband and wife duo Anthony Crawford and Savana Lee from Loxley, Alabama, Sugarcane Jane has been melting hearts and captivating audiences with their soulful harmonies for over a decade. With a rich musical heritage and impressive credits working with the likes of Neil Young, Ste... 
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Announces ALL THE GOOD TIMES: The Farewell Tour
by Michael Major - January 16, 2024 For nearly six decades, the three-time GRAMMY Award-winning Nitty Gritty Dirt Band has entertained audiences with their top-shelf musicianship and timeless hits “Mr. Bojangles,” “Fishin' In The Dark,” “An American Dream,” and many more. And now, the time has come for the band who has carried a torch... 
Tommy Emmanuel Lights Up New Year With UK & US Tour Dates
by Michael Major - January 04, 2024 Coming off a dynamic 2023 which saw the release of his acclaimed collaborations album ACCOMPLICE TWO, a Grammy nomination, and “Lifetime Achievement” Award from The National GUITAR Museum, TOMMY EMMANUEL is starting 2024 where he brilliantly shines—on the stage—with his infectious guitar virtuosity ... 
Kelsey Waldon to Release 'No Regular Dog' Deluxe Edition
by Michael Major - March 31, 2023 Consisting of 18 tracks—a combination of dynamic live recordings alongside intimate work tapes and voice notes—the deluxe edition demonstrates the depth of Waldon’s artistry and the growth she experienced while creating No Regular Dog, as she chronicles the recording and touring process.... 
Tommy Emmanuel Releases 'White Freight Liner Blues' Collab With Molly Tuttle From Upcoming 'Accomplice Two' Album
by Michael Major - March 01, 2023 Produced lovingly by EMMANUEL, regarded by guitar great Chet Atkins as “one of the best guitar players I’ve ever seen,” the 16-track ACCOMPLICE TWO is a spirited mix of new takes on indelible classics and brand-new originals from TOMMY. His collaborators are some of the most remarkable musicians on ... 
Heavy & Western Band The Comancheros Storm Scene with New Album 'Memphis to Mexico'
by Michael Major - November 28, 2022 The Comancheros have entranced fans far and wide with their self-described 'Utter Dionysian chaos.' Notably, the three-piece comprised of lead singer Tanner Jones, drummer Michael 'Bobcat' Cook, and bassist/vocalist Jon 'Deere' Green, made their first appearance at Nashville's infamous Whiskey Jam i... 
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Return To The Ryman Auditorium For AmericanaFest Show
by Michael Major - August 25, 2022 Set to be taped for a future PBS broadcast, the Dirt Band’s show lands on Saturday night of Nashville’s annual AmericanaFest, a lineup slot saved for the great trailblazers and torchbearers of Americana Music previously filled by the likes of Levon Helm’s Ramble at the Ryman and Nitty Gritty Dirt Ba... 
The War And Treaty Ink Major Label Deal with UMG Nashville
by Michael Major - May 20, 2022 Powerhouse vocal duo The War And Treaty have signed their first major record deal with Universal Music Group Nashville. The husband-and-wife team of Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter are recording now with new music expected later this year. The news follows The War and Treaty’s recent Americana...
Martha Redbone Brings Her ROOTS PROJECT to The Broad Stage
by Marissa Tomeo - March 26, 2022 Martha Redbone presents her Roots Project in her Broad Stage debut on Saturday, April 9 at 7:30pm. A performance not to be missed, Billboard Magazine described Martha Redbone as “a true original; the kind of artist who sets trends, as opposed to following them.” ... 
Susan Cattaneo Releases New Single 'Time + Love + Gravity'
by Michael Major - February 25, 2022 Boston-based award-winning singer/songwriter Susan Cattaneo has released “Time + Love + Gravity,” the latest from her forthcoming LP, All Is Quiet. “Time + Love + Gravity” follows the release of the album opener and title track, a song about all of us coming to terms with a changed world. Listen to ... 
MerleFest Announces Trampled By Turtles, Colin Hay, The Steel Wheels, & Late Night Jam Hosts
by Michael Major - January 24, 2022 In addition to those mentioned above, the following artists and bands have previously been announced: Alison Brown, Andy May, Arlo McKinley, Banknotes, Caleb Caudle, Carol Rifkin, Charles Welch, Darrell Scott, Donna the Buffalo, Dr. Bacon, Happy Traum, Jack Lawrence, Jeff Little Trio, Jerry Douglas,... 
Folksinger Michael Johnathon To Release 18th Studio Album 'Cosmic Banjo'
by Michael Major - January 13, 2022 Cosmic Banjo features Bluegrass and roots icons. The opening track “Ballad of Bojangles” is a reimagined backstory of “Mister Bojangles,” made famous by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Founding member John McEuen plays mandolin on the song, and also appears on the Beatle-Esque interpretation of “Darlin’... 
MerleFest Announces Old Crow Medicine Show, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Steep Canyon Rangers, Allison Russell, & We Banjo 3
by Michael Major - January 10, 2022 Old Crow Medicine Show, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Steep Canyon Rangers, Allison Russell, and We Banjo 3 will join an already impressive lineup which includes performances by Emmylou Harris, Greensky Bluegrass, Rissi Palmer, and more. MerleFest is on the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro... 
Drink Flamingo Project Releases Tropical Debut Single And Music Video For 'Cocktails'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 03, 2020 Rising music sensations, Drink Flamingo Project, comprised of longtime friends Craig Moritz and Tyler Whelan have released their debut single and music video.... 
BLUEGRASS NOW! to Premiere Nationally on PBS Through March 2020
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 27, 2020 Ever since Bill Monroe stormed out of Kentucky 75 years ago with a hot new take on traditional tunes, bluegrass music's metric drive and high lonesome sound has thrilled and inspired audiences around the world. That bluegrass high energy and soulfulness was captured live in December of 2019 at the B... 
Dailey & Vincent Bring LANDFEST Music Festival Series to Texas
by Abigail Charpentier - February 25, 2020 Dailey & Vincent are bringing their LANDFEST music festival series to Texas for the first annual LONESTAR LANDFEST, set for May 30 and 31 of this year at The Theatre at Grand Prairie. Tickets went on sale Friday, February 21 and are now available at AXS.com. Along with Dailey & Vincent, the inaugura... 
Laurie Lewis To Release New Duets Album 'and Laurie Lewis' On March 27
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 12, 2020 Bay Area bluegrass matriarch, Laurie Lewis, is no stranger to sharing a song and microphone with those lucky enough to share a stage with her, but not often does one catch that energy behind the closed door of a recording studio. Never one to back down from anything, Lewis called upon a number of he... 
CMA Visits Portland With Marcus Hummon, Lori Mckenna, Lee Thomas Miller, Kenny Foster and Tenille Townes
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 10, 2019 The Country Music Association visited Portland Sunday, Dec. 8 with hit songwriters Marcus Hummon, Lori McKenna, Lee Thomas Miller and Country artists Kenny Foster and Tenille Townes. They performed to an enthusiastic crowd, sharing the stories behind their songs at the Aladdin Theater. See below ... 
Radney Foster and Darden Smith Team Up For Multi-Format Texas Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 27, 2019 Between them, Radney Foster and Darden Smithhave released over two dozen albums, written hundreds of songs, played thousands of shows and logged millions of miles getting there and back. From April 11-13 and June 21-23, they'll play six more dates together. For these special evenings, Foster and Smi... 
Radney Foster Releases FOR YOU TO SEE THE STARS Audiobook
by Tori Hartshorn - January 17, 2019 Radney Foster is not good at sitting still. The last fifteen months saw the release of For You To See The Stars, a full-length album and companion book filled with short stories to accompany each track. Austin Chronicle called the book a “touching read that confirms Foster's master storytelling.” Fa... 
Colorado Music Hall of Fame Announces 2018 Induction Class
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 15, 2018 The Colorado Music Hall of Fame presented by Comfort Dental will host its next induction event Monday, December 3, 2018 at the historic Paramount Theatre. The induction of 97.3 KBCO and legendary concert promoter and artist manager Chuck Morris will be accompanied by a cavalcade of musical appearanc... 
Lyle Lovett Inducted into Red Rocks Hall of Fame
by Tori Hartshorn - September 04, 2018 As Lyle Lovett takes the stage for his 21st show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the venue has announced Lovett's induction into the Red Rocks Hall of Fame. The venue occasionally inducts performers who have particular longevity or importance in the venue's history and Lovett is the sole honoree this yea... 
Americana Band JD & THE STRAIGHT SHOT Will Release New Album THE GREAT DIVIDE Autumn 2018
by Tori Hartshorn - August 02, 2018 Americana Band JD & THE STRAIGHT SHOT Will Release New Album THE GREAT DIVIDE Autumn 2018... 
Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam To Host CMT
by Tori Hartshorn - July 11, 2018 The 6th Annual Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam is set for August 30-September 2, 2018 in beautiful Panama City Beach, and the popular 'CMT Hot 20 Countdown' show is returning to record a special episode highlighting the festival. Host Cody Alan will be on site all three days to chat with artists and fans and g... |
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