New Orleans-based Father Ron and Friends, a folk/Americana band, are celebrating The Great American Folk Songbook with a 4 p.m. January 21 "Forever The Seasons" [Louisiana Red Hot Records] CD listening party at Buffa’s Back Room, featuring Gina Forsyth, Andre Bohren, Nigel Burgeois, and band members Barbara Smith-Davis, David Schwartz, Robert Eustis, and Max Valentino.

The fantastic foursome of Spafford continued their 2024 winter tour this weekend in Pembroke, MA and played to a sold-out crowd on Saturday at the eclectic and award-winning venue, Soundcheck Studios.  Spafford is a regular visitor to this artist-owned and operated location and delivered yet another night of creative magic to a packed house.

On this day, January 15, 2024, we at Grateful Web join millions across America and around the world in paying homage to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a beacon of hope, courage, and unwavering commitment to justice and equality. Dr. King's legacy transcends time and continues to inspire countless individuals in their pursuit of a more equitable and compassionate society.

Today, January 15th, 2024, marks what would have been the birthday of the legendary Ronnie Van Zant, the iconic lead vocalist of Lynyrd Skynyrd, a band that profoundly shaped the landscape of Southern rock 'n' roll. As we remember Ronnie, we at Grateful Web celebrate his remarkable contributions to music and his enduring legacy.

The Declaration of Independence. Rocky Balboa’s boxing boots. Instruments used by members of the Beatles. John F. Kennedy’s rocking chair. These are just a few of the items I saw last Thursday night at the Jim Irsay collection at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Jim Irsay, owner of the Indianapolis Colts, has amassed an incredible assortment of relics that would make Indiana Jones blush.