Last Thursday, November 7, to a rousing ovation, Americana legends Nitty Gritty Dirt Band took the stage at Nashville’s beloved Ryman Auditorium for the first of two ALL THE GOOD TIMES: The Farewell Tour shows.

The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park (SOSMP) in Live Oak, Florida, will host the 7th Annual Suwannee Spring Reunion from Thursday through Sunday, March 20–23. This family-friendly music festival spans four days and nights, offering camping, music workshops, kids’ activities, arts & crafts, and daily yoga. Nestled among 800 acres of majestic Spanish moss-draped oaks and cypress trees along the Suwannee River, the weekend will be filled with music rooted in Americana, newgrass, bluegrass, folk, blues, and more.

The iconic jam band festival, All Good Music Festival & Campout, has been reimagined 10 years later as All Good Now. This cherished gathering once again invites fans to celebrate community, music, and the timeless spirit that brought so many together over the years. Set to take place June 14-15, 2025, at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland, All Good Now represents the evolution of a tradition that defined a generation and fostered an enduring connection among music lovers.

SweetWater Brewing Company ("SweetWater Brewing" or "SweetWater"), the largest craft brewer in Atlanta and throughout the Southeast, and a subsidiary of Tilray Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY and TSX: TLRY), has unveiled the headliners for the 2025 SweetWater 420 Fest, marking the festival’s 20th anniversary with an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and community.

Today, Kitchen Dwellers have announced their first shows of 2025, consisting of seven dates throughout the Mountain West. The Montana-based outfit will begin the run with four shows in their home state, starting with two nights on January 16-17 in their hometown of Bozeman, featuring support from The Fretliners. They’ll then continue with two nights on January 18-19 in Missoula. The run will wrap up with appearances in Victor, ID; Jackson, WY; and Salt Lake City, UT.

Rooster Walk Music & Arts Festival returns for its 15th year, and it’s kicking off with a lineup that promises unforgettable performances and boundary-pushing soundscapes! Headlining the first wave of announcements are Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, blending psychedelic jams with outlaw country flair, and the explosive energy of Andy Frasco & The U.N., renowned for their crowd-fueled, unpredictable live shows.

MerleFest, presented by Window World, has announced the initial lineup for the annual event, taking place April 24-27, 2025, on the campus of Wilkes Community College. This year’s leading acts include two North Carolina-based heavyweights: folk-rock trailblazers The Avett Brothers and Appalachian-rooted duo Watchhouse, as well as legendary singer-songwriter Bonnie Raitt and Canadian folk and bluegrass ensemble The Dead South.

While the history of Austin City Limits will continue to be written for years to come, the third and final day of the festival proved that its roots remain a defining influence in the creative world. With a strong commitment to the country genre, while still celebrating artists across other genres, the day felt like a true homage to the Texas soul, embodying the idea that music only needs to be “three chords and the truth.

As the sun rose above Zilker Park for day two of Austin City Limits, so did the temperature, with day two shaping up to be one of the hottest in recent memory from an early hour. However, the sweltering Texas sun did little to deter fans, who rushed to the barricades as soon as the gates opened, eager to be part of the festivities.

As their Florida run continued, Goose headed to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, ranked the second-best amphitheater in the USA by Pollstar Magazine in 2019. This 5,000-capacity venue boasted impeccable sound and not a single bad seat in the house. The band, still on fire from the previous night, delighted the crowd with several notable covers.