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Today, singer-songwriter, producer and SUSTO co-founder Johnny Delaware shares “Incógnita,” the next offering from his forthcoming third album Para Llevar, out November 1 via Normaltown Records / New West Records. “Incógnita,” which translates to “unknown” or “mystery,” unfolds as a rhythmic instrumental over Spanish guitar and is inspired by Delaware’s time in Mexico. Holler recently featured the new song, calling it “a warm light flickering gently in the darkness.”

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Aftershock returns to Discovery Park in Sacramento, CA, from October 10-13 for its 12th year, featuring its biggest lineup yet. The 4-day destination festival will showcase 130+ bands and has added a fifth stage for 2024.

After an astonishing sell-out for the six upcoming Afterlife presents Anyma ‘The End of Genesys’ shows at Sphere in Las Vegas, two new dates for the residency have been added for January 10 and 11, 2025. A genre leader heralded for his critically-acclaimed albums Genesys and Genesys II, as well as his high-caliber live shows, Anyma is the multidisciplinary music and contemporary art project helmed by Matteo Milleri, operating at the compelling intersection between art, technology, and music.

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Celebrated psychedelic funk quartet, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong is thrilled to announce that dynamic jam/reggae sensation Mihali will be joining them for an electrifying New Year’s Eve show in Pittsburgh, PA. This eagerly awaited event will see Mihali and his live band take the stage at Stage AE on December 31st, adding an extra layer of excitement to the festivities ushering in 2025.

Lake Street Dive brought their new album Good Together to life in full force at Breese Stevens Field in Madison, WI, on a Tuesday night that felt anything but ordinary. The weeknight didn’t deter anyone from showing up, eager to experience the band’s latest offerings live. They kicked things off with the album's title track, a natural opener that immediately pulled the crowd into the groove.

Acclaimed singer, songwriter, producer, and performer Joy Oladokun will embark on an extensive headline tour next year, which includes performances at Chicago’s Thalia Hall, New York’s Irving Plaza, West Hollywood’s Troubadour (two nights), Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, Boston’s Royale, Atlanta’s Variety Playhouse, Denver’s Summit, Seattle’s The Showbox, Phoenix’s The Van Buren, Dallas’ Studio at The Factory, and Austin’s Scoot Inn, among several others. See below for the complete tour itinerary.

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The first episode of five-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Mary Chapin Carpenter’s new podcast, “Hope is a Muscle,” is out today, featuring legendary artist and activist Joan Baez as the first guest. Listen HERE.

The day has drawn its last breath, and so too has one of our most profound troubadours, Kris Kristofferson. On this somber day, September 29th, 2024, the curtain has closed on a voice that has long echoed in the hearts of wanderers, poets, and dreamers. His songs, carved from the raw, sinewy elements of life, will forever linger in the bones of American music.

Editor's Note: We interviewed Greg Ormont following Pigeons Playing Ping Pong's recent show at Pier 17, only to discover that our recording had failed due to technical difficulties. Despite our efforts to recover parts of the audio, we were unsuccessful, which was particularly disappointing as Ormont’s insights were incredibly honest and powerful. As a result, we incorporated our recollections of his words into this review of the show. He’s an incredible individual, and we hope you enjoy this mashup.

Goose's tenth anniversary celebration at Los Angeles' iconic Greek Theatre on September 27, 2024, marked a triumphant milestone in the band’s journey from their debut at Seaside Tavern in Stamford, Connecticut, to headlining one of the nation’s most revered stages. The evening was a celebration of Goose's decade-long evolution, with a performance that highlighted their dynamic range and deep-rooted connection with their fans.

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