Renowned vocalist and composer Moira Smiley, known for her collaborations with Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Tune-Yards, Solas, and Tim O’Brien, is set to release an ambitious new album and book project this fall. Titled "The Rhizome Project," this self-released work is a multifaceted collection of songs, stories, and reflections that delve deep into the roots and connections of music and humanity.

The Rhizome Project: An Album, A Book, A Bundle, A Root System

The Annie Minogue Band is thrilled to announce the release of their latest single, "NOW!", a politically charged anthem that serves as a call to action for today's critical issues, on Thursday, August 15th!

Americana artist John Calvin’s single “Austin Chalk” is out today, from his upcoming Texas-centric album Greener Fields & Fairer Seas that he wrote over four years while living in Dallas. The Bluegrass Situation wrote that it's "thoughtful and intentional Americana."

Vermont-based fiddle composer and songwriter Lissa Schneckenburger turned the challenges of the first year of the pandemic into a deeply creative time, resulting in her latest album, “Falling Forward.” Released in March 2023, this album is a testament to her resilience and creativity during a period when her touring schedule came to a halt.

Today, Grammy-winning band The Mavericks release the lyric video for their country-soul-meets-R&B single “Look Around You” feat. Maggie Rose, a highlight from their new album Moon & Stars. Bandleader Raul Malo, who was called “the Roy Orbison of our time” on NPR’s Alt.Latino, recently spoke with NPR’s Weekend Edition about the new record and the origins of the band’s varied influences.
 

Robert’s Western World has announced a spectacular lineup for its August 5th block party. The venue, known as Nashville’s Home of Traditional Country Music, is celebrating its 25th year under the proprietorship of JesseLee Jones, the leader of its renowned house band, Brazilbilly.