October 2024

It’s almost certain that no musical act in history has produced as many “cover” bands as the Grateful Dead. In nearly every major city in America, as well as countless smaller towns and rural communities, Dead cover bands regularly celebrate the music of that storied band. Some are long-established lineups of cats who gather regularly down under the stars; some are catch-as-catch-can pick-up bands.

The Red Clay Strays released a new live version of “Will The Lord Remember Me” today. Listen to “Will The Lord Remember Me (Live At The Ryman)” HERE and watch the performance video HERE.

Acoustic innovators Twisted Pine are back with a bold new direction and an exuberant collection of songs that dares you to Love Your Mind. Their new single, "After Midnight (Nothing Good Happens),” captures late-night festival fun with all its tempting choices -- campfires!! cold beer! jams! — and entered the Americana Radio singles chart this week. The video, shot on location at bluegrass/roots music festivals in Maine and Vermont, premiered at The Bluegrass Situation.

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Acclaimed singer, songwriter, producer and performer Joy Oladokun’s anticipated new studio album, Observations From a Crowded Room, is out now via Amigo Records/Verve Forecast/Republic Records. Stream/purchase HERE. In conjunction with the release, the official video for “Am I?” is also out now. Watch/share HERE.

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Today, Tyler Ramsey has released the deluxe edition of his fifth studio album, New Lost Ages (Soundly Music). The Deluxe Edition features two previously unreleased B-sides: “Song Out of My Head,” which was released earlier this fall, and “Paper Hearts.” “'Song Out of My Head' is a study of recurring thoughts,” explains Tyler. “Memories or images or maybe regrets that might keep you up in the middle of the night.