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AVTT/PTTN Shatters Boundaries Under the Paso Robles Stars

Photos by  L. Paul Mann When Scott and Seth Avett announced a collaborative record and tour with avant-garde metal pioneer Mike Patton of Faith No More and Mr. Bungle, the music world was puzzled. Folk-rock royalty teaming up with rock’s most volatile chameleon seemed like a beautiful, chaotic gamble. On May 9, 2026, the AVTT/PTTN… Continue reading AVTT/PTTN Shatters Boundaries Under the Paso Robles Stars

Weir/Wasserman Songbook Celebration at Sweetwater to Benefit Music Heals Int’l and Grateful Guitars

Photo: Courtesy of Sweetwater Music Hall Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley continues its spring and early summer programming with a wide-ranging calendar that includes reggae, jam, Grateful Dead-related events, rock tributes, folk, bluegrass, community showcases, open mic nights, and more. For fans of Dead-connected and hippie-friendly sounds, the upcoming stretch has plenty to circle… Continue reading Weir/Wasserman Songbook Celebration at Sweetwater to Benefit Music Heals Int’l and Grateful Guitars

Sleaford Mods | The Fonda Theatre | 5/14/2026

Sleaford Mods | The Fonda Theatre | 5/14/2026

Aaron Skiles Announces New Album Angels, Demons & Coin Flips

New Single “Ain’t No Marks,” arrives June 5 Aaron Skiles will release his new album, ANGELS, DEMONS & COIN FLIPS, in August 2026. The 10-song record was co-produced by Skiles and Josh Jové, who also engineered the album and plays lead guitar throughout. Jové is known for his work with Eagles of Death Metal, The… Continue reading Aaron Skiles Announces New Album Angels, Demons & Coin Flips

Lukas Nelson and Molly Tuttle Add West Coast Dates

Lukas Nelson & Molly Tuttle add new west coast dates to co-headline tour Two of music’s most celebrated artists, Lukas Nelson and Molly Tuttle, have expanded their special co-headline tour with newly added West Coast dates across California. Confirmed stops include Fresno’s Warnors Theatre, San Luis Obispo’s Fremont Theater, Pioneertown’s Pappy & Harriet’s, and Los… Continue reading Lukas Nelson and Molly Tuttle Add West Coast Dates

Heart of Gold Band Celebrates Donna Jean Godchaux Mackay

A Celebration of the Life and Music of Donna Jean Godchaux Mackay A Celebration of the Life and Music of Donna Jean Godchaux Mackay will take place August 22 and 23, 2026, at the Mystic Theatre in Petaluma, California. The two-night celebration will feature The Heart of Gold Band with Steve Kimock, Greg Anton, Zion… Continue reading Heart of Gold Band Celebrates Donna Jean Godchaux Mackay

Grateful Dead MSG 9/19/88 and 9/20/88 Hit Play Dead in Hi-Res

Newly mastered from Dan Healy DATs, Grateful Dead’s MSG 9/19/88 and 9/20/88 shows are now streaming in Hi-Res on Play Dead. Newly mastered from the original Dan Healy DATs, Play Dead has released two more nights from the Grateful Dead’s historic 1988 Madison Square Garden run, with September 19 and September 20, 1988 now streaming… Continue reading Grateful Dead MSG 9/19/88 and 9/20/88 Hit Play Dead in Hi-Res

Philly Music Fest Celebrates 10th Annual Event

PHILLY MUSIC FEST CELEBRATES TEN YEARS OF PHILLY BANDS AND RAISING MONEY FOR KIDS Philly Music Fest celebrates its tenth annual event October 12-18 with twenty-five bands playing independent venues including Johnny Brenda’s, MilkBoy, Underground Arts, Ardmore Music Hall, The Fallser Club, and Solar Myth. This year’s lineup includes headliners The Dillinger Escape Plan, RJD2,… Continue reading Philly Music Fest Celebrates 10th Annual Event

Samantha Fish Announces New Tour Dates and Paper Doll Live

Samantha Fish Announces New Tour Dates and Paper Doll Live

Still Riding the Bronco: Dino English on 28 Years of Dark Star Orchestra

Photo by Bob Minkin: Bobby Weir and Dino English Heads All Happy Hour sat down with Dark Star Orchestra drummer Richard ‘Dino’ English recently in New Orleans to discuss nearly three decades on the road. Since joining the ensemble in 1999, Dino has performed thousands of shows, expertly channeling the Dead’s signature improvisational style and… Continue reading Still Riding the Bronco: Dino English on 28 Years of Dark Star Orchestra

The Red Clay Strays win ACM Award for Group of the Year

NEW ALBUM, GRATEFUL, ARRIVES ON FRIDAY, JUNE 5 The Red Clay Strays have earned their second career Academy of Country Music® Award for Group of the Year at Sunday night’s 61st annual award ceremony in Las Vegas. This is the band’s first time winning this category, following their 2025 win for New Duo or Group… Continue reading The Red Clay Strays win ACM Award for Group of the Year

Suwannee Spring Reunion 2026 Recap: Finding Energetic Peace

Peter Rowan and Friends | photos by Ashley Feller This year has been full of uncertainty, but again I’m reminded of how strong a dedicated community can be. This past March, I wasn’t entirely sure I could attend the 8th annual Suwannee Spring Reunion as I customarily do. I drive a 2006 Chevy Impala, and… Continue reading Suwannee Spring Reunion 2026 Recap: Finding Energetic Peace

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