Three years after the release of her debut album, Grenadine & Kerosene, acclaimed Denver-based folk and Americana artist Carolyn Shulman returns with her highly anticipated second album, Heart on a Wire. The new release offers a rich tapestry of ten original songs that reflect a more seasoned artist, diving deeper into her creative voice and expanding the scope of her songwriting.

Ancient Future, pioneers of world fusion music, are excited to announce the release of their first-ever cover of a popular song, "Purple Haze (Vietnamese Đàn Bầu Style)," on January 10, 2025. This release pays homage to Jimi Hendrix's original recording of "Purple Haze," which began on this same date in 1967. Pre-orders will be available across all major streaming platforms beginning September 18, 2024.

Americana heartland-rocker John Calvin releases his washed out and trippy new single "High is My Favorite Height" today. The title comes from an off-handed quip from Calvin’s son when he was five years old and staring out of a car window at Texas overpasses shooting into the sky. It’s about seeing things from unique perspectives and opening your mind to the world around you. It calls to the listener to embrace childlike innocence and wonder through its mind-bending space echo.

The official music video for Highway Wolf’s rendition of Fleetwood Mac’s "Silver Springs” was released today. This captivating video showcases Highway Wolf’s unique interpretation of the track, a musical project led by San Francisco-based singer and drummer Mick Hellman.

On Saturday, September 14, JAZZ HOUSE KiDS presented the 15th annual MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL Downtown Jamboree. The festival set a new attendance record, drawing over 25,000 music fans along half a mile of Bloomfield Avenue in the heart of Montclair, New Jersey’s downtown corridor.

Kalamazoo, Michigan, mostly rests on the southwest bank of the river that shares its name. Several tributaries feed into the river here, creating hilly terrain that turns the city into a wonder of winding roads, undulating to conform to the natural landscape. Kalamazoo is also the county seat, with both city and county buildings filling downtown, where a maze of one-way streets adds to the congestion. A good summer has brought heavy roadwork, making the city nearly impassable.

Today, Body Count releases their powerful rendition of "Comfortably Numb" featuring David Gilmour—a fresh take on the classic Pink Floyd track that explores themes of detachment and introspection. Gilmour's seminal guitar work adds a haunting, authentic touch, seamlessly blending with Body Count's signature intensity and Ice’s profound new lyrics, making the track a fusion of rock history and raw, modern energy.  Body Count has also revealed the release date for their new album, Merciless, set to drop on November 22.

First City Music Festival, a non-profit event focused on music, community, and the arts, proudly announces its fifth-year celebration, running from September 26th to 29th at The French Commons. With over 25 bands from across the country, the festival promises four days of live music, art, camping, family-friendly activities, yoga, and more.

New York City’s rising rock & roll force, The Thing, is set to electrify the Fox Theatre on Friday, November 29, 2024. The four-piece band, composed of Michael Carter, Jack Bradley, Zane Acord, and Lucas Ebeling, has rapidly gained attention for their gritty sound and relentless touring schedule, delivering over 200 shows across North America since their formation.

Dropkick Murphys have unleashed their new single "Sirens," the first hint of a new album to come in 2025.

Listen to “Sirens” here: https://dropkick-murphys.ffm.to/sirens