The 2022 International Bluegrass Association's "New Artist Of The Year" Rick Faris, releases his third album on Dark Shadow Recording, Uncommon Sky.

Legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Famers and trailblazers Joan Jett and the Blackhearts have released their new digital EP, Mindsets, on Jett’s longtime independent record label Blackheart Records. Featuring 6 brand new songs, including the single “If You’re Blue,” the EP was produced by Jett, Kenny Laguna & Thom Panunzio, and executive produced by Carianne Brinkman. Mindsets marks the first new music release for the band since their first-ever acoustic album, Changeup, in March 2022.

This year marks two decades since the world was captivated by the soulful and emotional ballad "Dance with My Father," by R&B pioneer and legend Luther Vandross. To honor the enduring legacy of this GRAMMY® Award-winning classic, Primary Wave Music, The Luther Vandross Estate and Legacy Recordings/Sony Music have released the song in high-resolution Dolby Atmos for an enhanced audio experience that fans can stream and download from several platforms.

Borderland Festival, one of Upstate New York’s most popular music and art festivals, is set for September 15th-17th at Knox Farm State Park, just 15 minutes from downtown Buffalo. This three-day festival, celebrating its fifth year, centers around bringing together more than 20 bands to perform improvisational and collaborative jam sessions on 2 stages.

The 2nd annual BEACHLIFE RANCH has released single day tickets for the festival taking place September 22-24, 2023 on the picturesque waterfront in Redondo Beach, CA. With tickets starting at $179, there are now even more opportunities to experience this premier live music, art and culinary event that celebrates the fusion of California country and beach life culture.

Andy Frasco & The U.N. have released their deeply moving new single, “Iowa Moon,” available now at all DSPs and streaming services. “Iowa Moon” heralds the upcoming arrival of Andy Frasco & The U.N.’s eagerly awaited new album, L’Optimist, arriving via Fun Machine Records/Soundly Music on Friday, August 11. Pre-orders are available now.