When their instrumental prowess earned them a vast following on social media, childhood friends turned all-star act Shadowgrass found sudden success. But as a young band, the expectations that came with a large audience proved daunting. “We felt a lot of pressure to make something uniquely us because we had such a big following, and we felt they deserved more than what we had given them so far,” explains the band.

“‘Let the Rich Go Bust’ was written in the summer of 2020,” says writer and singer of the song Eli Smith, continuing, “The song reflects a part of my experience of living through the pandemic, the Trump presidency, participating in the Black Lives Matter protests in New York City that summer, and some general observations on recent history and extreme wealth inequality.

Boston’s Independent Radio, 92.5 the River announced that Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls will headline the station’s 22nd Annual Riverfest Music Festival on Saturday, August 24, 2023, from 12 Noon – 6:00 PM. Matt Pond PA, Ali McGuirk, and Zola Simone join the lineup for a full day of free music and activities at the Broadway Boardwalk at Salisbury Beach.

Acclaimed California rock band Dawes have shared their new single, “House Parties.” An official music video premieres today via YouTube. Co-produced by brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith alongside longtime friend Mike Viola, “House Parties” marks the first single from Dawes’ upcoming ninth studio album, Oh Brother, arriving everywhere on Friday, October 11. Album pre-orders and exclusive vinyl are available now.

Blue Highway Fest is returning for its third annual bluegrass celebration, set to take place October 9-12, 2024 in the charming Southwest Virginia town of Big Stone Gap. Hosted by esteemed contemporary bluegrass outfit, Blue Highway, the festival has quickly gained acclaim since its inception in 2022, earning the prestigious International Bluegrass Music Association Industry Event of the Year Award following its inaugural event.

Today, critically acclaimed pianist, composer, and bandleader Emmet Cohen announced his new album, Vibe Provider, out August 23 via Mack Avenue. Through the years, Cohen has traveled the world with his sold-out performances, created the “most highly watched regular online jazz show in the world” (The Guardian) with Live From Emmet’s Place, and has served as an ambassador for most essential principles of the jazz tradition.