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Denver psych‑rock provocateurs Sour Magic invite listeners into a realm of temptation and transcendence with their seductive new single “Chocolate & Shrooms,” available everywhere on April 18. The groove‑laden track arrives as the first taste of the band’s forthcoming concept album The Hive, due June 13, 2025, and showcases Sour Magic’s talent for marrying sexy, dance‑floor rhythms to kaleidoscopic sonic textures.

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Independent firebrand Talia Keys has never been one to follow the crowd—and with the release of her new album From The Ashes, she’s lighting a new path for indie musicians everywhere. As the first artist to release music through the Buy Before You Stream initiative, Keys is doubling down on a message she’s championed for years: artists deserve to be paid fairly for their work. 

The Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts in Manistee, Michigan, is one of those hidden gems that harkens back to a time when a beautifully executed architectural landmark was a source of civic pride. It’s the perfect setting to experience another American gem, the exceptionally talented Sierra Hull. West Shore Community College Director of Performing Arts, Ted Malt, chose this historic venue for the concert, a choice that feels perfectly fitting. 

Friends of Jerry Garcia Amphitheater today announce the 23rd Annual Jerry Day, San Francisco’s civic and cultural celebration of native son and one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time, founding member of The Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia, on Saturday, August 2 at the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater in San Francisco’s Excelsior District.

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. Today, Tami is releasing "You're Gonna Fall," the first single from NEON COWGIRL, her hotly-anticipated follow up to Kingmaker.

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Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and musician Brent Cobb will release his new album, Ain’t Rocked in a While, July 11 via Ol’ Buddy Records/Thirty Tigers—the first project he’s recorded with his band, The Fixin’s (pre-order/pre-save here). Ahead of the release, the title track is debuting today. Listen to the song HERE and watch the official music video HERE.

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The Dark Star Jubilee is thrilled to unveil the official daily lineup for the 2025 festival, set to take place May 23–25 at the historic Legend Valley in Thornville, Ohio. Presented by the beloved Grateful Dead tribute act Dark Star Orchestra, this three-day, family-friendly event features a powerful mix of roots, jam, funk, and Americana acts, all gathered to celebrate community, music, and the spirit of live improvisation.

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Rhythms on the Rio is thrilled to announce an expanded 2025 lineup that promises an unforgettable experience for music lovers of all ages. From July 31 through August 3, festivalgoers will gather along the scenic banks of the Rio Grande in Del Norte, Colorado, for a weekend filled with stellar performances, outdoor adventures, and community spirit.

The 2025 Lowell Folk Festival has announced the first group of artists scheduled to perform at one of America’s most popular free summer events.  With folk music traditions that span the globe, world class musicians will bring the world to Downtown Lowell July 25-27 on stages throughout the Mill City.

BEATrio (“Beat trio”), the all-star band featuring Béla Fleck, harpist Edmar Castañeda, and drummer Antonio Sánchez, is sharing “Western and Walnut,” the second single from its self-titled debut album, out May 16 (Béla Fleck Productions / Thirty Tigers). “This project kind of reminds me of the early days of the Flecktones, when audiences would go, ‘How is this supposed to work?’” says Fleck.

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