The trailblazing folk-punk band Violent Femmes have announced that they are bringing their genre-defying sound back to the stage with a highly anticipated North American fall tour. Known for their stripped-down acoustics, gritty lyricism, and unforgettable anthems—such as “Gone Daddy Gone,” “Add It Up,” and “Blister in the Sun” (recently reimagined with classical instrumentation in the trailer for the hit Netflix show Four Seasons)—the Femmes continue to resonate with audiences of all ages through their raw, unfiltered performances.

National entertainment leader Knitting Factory Entertainment (KFE) and Milwaukee-based The Argo have struck a deal that will make Knitting Factory Presents the exclusive talent-buying arm for a new live‐music venue set inside the lavishly restored Fox Bay Theater in Whitefish Bay, just north of downtown Milwaukee.

On a picture-perfect summer evening in Boulder, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings brought their soulful, roots-infused harmonies to the Chautauqua Auditorium on June 16th, delivering an unforgettable evening to a captivated crowd. Set against the charming, rustic backdrop of Chautauqua—a venue that seems tailor-made for their music—the duo filled the space with songs both haunting and heartwarming, echoing gently through the historic wooden beams.

Heavy Diamond Ring released its much-anticipated LP, Wildflower Lane, on June 13, 2025, via Gitcha Records. The album is available on all major digital platforms, with vinyl and CD editions offered through the band’s website. In the lead-up to the release, the band steadily rolled out a series of singles, each offering a glimpse into the album’s emotional depth and sonic landscape.

Downtown New Haven never feels quite as alive as it does in June, and this year the pulse is louder than ever. The International Festival of Arts & Ideas has returned to the Green for its thirtieth season, unfurling two full weeks of music, theater, dance, food and fierce conversation that together reveal a city in constant, creative motion.

Bluesville Records, the hub for all things blues from Craft Recordings, is pleased to return two long-out-of-print classics to vinyl: Furry Lewis’ Back on My Feet Again (1961)—captured in the initial years of the singer-songwriter and guitarist’s career revival—and 1959’s Memphis Slim at the Gate of Horn, recorded not long before the influential pianist, singer, and songwriter left Chicago for Paris.

Tami Neilson has been called a "fire-breathing R&B belter" (Rolling Stone) and a "full-tilt badass" (Saving Country Music), electrifying peers and fans worldwide with her powerful, emotive voice and riveting stage presence. A native Canadian who lives with her family in New Zealand, Tami grew up on the road, traveling North America in a motor home with her family band, The Neilsons. Today, she reaches into her own history with her latest single "Foolish Heart," a song inspired by Roy Orbison.

The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra (CJRO) is set to unveil its most ambitious and soulful project yet—“Golden Lady,” a genre-defying album that showcases the power, passion, and virtuosity of featured vocalist Tatiana LadyMay Mayfield. Infused with deep gospel roots, modern R&B, and explosive big-band jazz energy, Golden Lady is a groove-forward, joy-filled celebration of songwriting, artistic collaboration, and the ever-evolving sound of contemporary jazz.

The Wood Brothers have announced a 17-date U.S. tour this fall in support of their forthcoming studio album Puff Of Smoke, due August 1 via Honey Jar/Thirty Tigers. The tour begins November 6 at the Bijou Theatre in Knoxville, TN, and makes stops across the Midwest throughout November, with performances at Old Forester’s Paristown Hall in Louisville, KY, Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis, MN, and Riviera Theatre in Chicago, IL.

From the first note, DK Harrell makes it clear that Talkin' Heavy isn’t just a title—it’s a statement. The rising blues powerhouse and award-winning guitarist steps into the spotlight with a voice that’s gritty, guitar work that’s golden, and a sound that pays homage to the greats while carving his own path. This album is a bold declaration from an artist who’s not simply riding the wave of the blues revival; he’s helping lead it.