Americana troubadour NATHAN JACQUES is set to release his epic concept album Dark Wanderer and the Bounty Heart via Hidden Mountain Records on September 26th. The twelve-song + eight interlude tracks of boisterous Western anthems boasts unbridled, galloping rhythms and expansive sonic layers.

GRAMMY-nominated East Tennessee bluegrass group The Po’ Ramblin Boys will release their next album, Wanderers Like Me on Smithsonian Folkways. A look back at the band’s ten years since they formed as a house band in Tennessee, and the struggles and triumphs that have come since, the album is their first-ever made with an outside producer, Woody Platt, and features more original work than any of their albums to date.

Session players are valued for their supreme taste and versatility, their way of making every record date they do come alive. John “JR” Robinson is at the top of that heap. From his pithy drum intros alone, you know the songs: “Rock with You” by Michael Jackson, “Higher Love” by Steve Winwood. On these and scores of other major pop songs, by such artists as Bonnie Raitt, Peter Cetera, Peter Frampton, Lady Gaga, Daft Punk and a dictionary-sized list of others, JR has left an indelible imprint.

Arizona-born jam band, Spafford, is set to make a triumphant return to their home state with a special series of New Year's Eve shows. Known for their electrifying performances and improvisational prowess, the band is excited to bring their unique sound back to familiar venues, creating an unforgettable experience for their home state fans.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s The Lost Christmas Eve, the final chapter in its multi-platinum Christmas concept album trilogy, will debut on vinyl with newly remastered sound in celebration of its 20th anniversary.

The Talkhouse Podcast is excited to present a fascinating and revealing discussion between Rick Mitarotonda of Goose and M.C. Taylor of Hiss Golden Messenger. The two have a fascinating chat about new music vs old music, how songs are written, playing live vs. in the studio, music and musicians they love, and much more.

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