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Acclaimed cellist, composer, songwriter and activist Ben Sollee and Kentucky Native will perform at Rocky Mountain Folks Festival in Lyons, CO on August 18th–20th. He is touring in support of his highly anticipated album Ben Sollee and Kentucky Native (Soundly Music), which is set for release on August 11th. Tracing the origins of a traditional American genre back to early immigrants, Sollee takes a nontraditional approach, blending the influences of early Irish and Scottish musicians with the rhythms of Mexico, Africa and India.

Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver bring unparalleled storytelling to fans on August 25 with the 12-track wonder LIFE IS A STORY.  Described by Lawson as a mix of Bluegrass styles "from the middle of the road to the very traditional," the album never strays from the heart of the genre.  "So much of what makes good Bluegrass and Country music compelling comes down to great songwriters - and the stories told in their songs," Lawson observes.  "Life itself is really a continuous story that embraces the beginning, the middle and

Slightly Stoopid announce the release of a new animated video for the song “One Bright Day” featuring singer/songwriter Angela Hunte, off of their most current album release, Meanwhile … Back at the Lab. The video is comprised of animated stills procured from large canvas paintings donated by Hawaii-based artist and aspiring pro-surfer Danielle Zirk. Original art from the video will be auctioned, with proceeds donated to Global BrightLight Foundation.

The Grascals' newest album, BEFORE BREAKFAST, offers fans a hot shot of diversity with a freshly brewed mix of Bluegrass perfection.  The 12-song collection will be available September 1.  Fans who pre-order HERE now will receive "Sleepin' With The Reaper" as a "grat track."
 

This is the third release by husband-and-wife duo of guitarist Chris Masterson and string player Eleanor Whitmore, described as “Tift Merritt fronting the Jayhawks” (Esquire Magazine).  Written on the road, usually during late-night sessions, Transient Lullaby is darker than their previous two album and has a wistful, longing feel. Musically, it’s rich with intoxicating harmonies that float above Whitmore’s stirring string arrangements and Masterson’s adroit guitar work, but it

The celebrated singer/songwriter Matthew Mayfield has released the music video for his song “Indigo” from his latest LP RECOIL. “Indigo” reflects the personal struggle of losing a loved one and maintaining hope for seeing them again in the next life. The infectious melody and poignant lyrics of this anthem of hope make for another landmark release for Mayfield.

Days Are Done are singer-songwriter Emmy Kay (from Blackpool) and BAFTA winning TV & film composer Adam Lewis (from South Wales), who are both based in Kingston-upon-Thames.

Gem & Jam Festival has announced it will be returning to Pima County Fairgrounds for a second straight year, January 25 - 28, 2018. Coming off a transitional year, which saw the fan favorite festival move from Downtown Tucson to a venue that offered a desert setting  with expanded amenities including camping, the twelfth annual event will expanding its offerings, which of course will include a bigger lineup.

Cousin Earth and Teddy Midnight, two rising stars of Brooklyn's current "Jam Renaissance," bring their distinct musical styles to a Rocks Off concert cruise during a break in Phish's "Baker's Dozen," this July. The two bands have been cutting their teeth together on the North East festival circuit since their infancy, and are sure pull out all stops and include some special surprises for this nautical performance.
 

The 7th annual Electric Forest (EF) festival wrapped its second of two magical weekends in the beautiful forest of Rothbury, Michigan, welcoming fans for an additional four days and nights of camping, live music, incredible art installations and the magic of the enchanted Sherwood Forest.

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