Musicians Mats Gustafsson, Neneh Cherry, Joe McPhee, Thurston Moore, along with music writer Byron Coley have contributed to an illustrated collector’s guide to records NOW JAZZ NOW: 100 Essential Free Jazz & Improvisation Recordings [1960-80] out on December 5, 2025 via Thurston Moore & Eva Prinz’s Ecstatic Peace Library — replete with 277-pages of beatific album art, labels, sleeve notes and collector musings on their life-long obsessions of record collecting, with a distinct focus on the recorded h

When Woodstock legend and hitmaker Melanie Safka passed away on January 23, 2024, work was just beginning on one of the most cherished long-term projects of her career — a full-blown children’s album.

Banjo legend Tony Trischka, hailed as the “Father of Modern Bluegrass” by The New York Times, has released his new single “Maple on the Hill” featuring the acclaimed bluegrass ensemble Sister Sadie. The vibrant track, which dropped on October 7, serves as the lead single from Trischka’s forthcoming studio album due out early next year. The song is a lively and reverent nod to bluegrass tradition, celebrating the artistry of both Trischka and one of the genre’s most dynamic all-female groups.

Saxophonist Dave McMurray has announced the Nov. 14 release of his fourth Blue Note album I LOVE LIFE even when I’m hurting, an affirmation of his indomitable spirit and a celebration of the love that he has for his hometown of Detroit, as well as for the many musicians with which he’s collaborated.

WinterWonderGrass Steamboat is thrilled to announce the 13th annual installment of the beloved music, brews, mountains festival. This year will feature 30 bands on 4 stages over 3 days filled with new acts, music on the mountain, skiing and fun for the whole family including free pop up shows at Thunderhead Lodge, the infamous Grass After Dark late night sets and more.

Two-time Grammy-winning band Old Crow Medicine Show are bringing out the jingle bells early this year, announcing the November 21 release of OCMS XMAS on Hartland Records. Featuring just two covers and 11 originals, the band's first holiday album is decorated with seasonal spirit and string-band stomp, shining new light on their chart-topping version of American roots music.

Alaska-based singer-songwriter Josh Fortenbery has released his new album Tidy Memorial, available now on all streaming platforms. Known for his blend of “neurotic folk” and “existential country,” Fortenbery’s latest work expands his sound with electric keys, pedal steel guitar, and drums, marking a notable evolution from his more traditional folk and bluegrass beginnings.

JUNO-nominated and Maple Blues Award–winning Canadian blues star Miss Emily releases her second single, “Solid Ground,” from her upcoming studio album The Medicine. The single is available on all streaming platforms HERE. Watch the lyric video HERE.

Brazzmatazz is an 18-piece steampunk brass band from Ghent, Belgium, blending theatrical showmanship with raw musical energy. With a unique mix of New Orleans grooves, Balkan vibes, funk, drum & bass, and driving beats, they create their signature brass band bangers—high-energy, danceable tracks that captivate any audience.

Is LaMP jazz? Funk? Rock? This fusion of drums, Hammond organ, and electric guitar may be difficult to define, but the jammy supergroup left no uncertainty in anyone’s mind at their appearances in Petaluma and Berkeley on Thursday and Friday evenings, respectively. Asses were kicked, names were taken, fun was had.