The nominees for the 2025 Blues Music Awards have been announced, and several outstanding artists have earned well-deserved recognition for their contributions to the genre. The prestigious awards will be presented on May 8, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee.

My Morning Jacket is continuing to celebrate the impending arrival of their eagerly awaited new album, is, by unveiling a new slate of US headline dates. The second leg of MY MORNING JACKET “is” ON TOUR begins August 5 at Bend, OR’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater and then continues through an August 22 show at Berkeley, CA’s famed Greek Theatre. The tour will resume October 8 at Washington, DC’s The Anthem and then travel through a two-night stand at Atlanta, GA’s historic Fox Theatre on October 31 and November 1.

A multigenerational lineup of Grateful Dead disciples and New Orleans music legends will come together on Thursday, May 1 at The Joy Theater for “A Dream We Dreamed: A New Orleans Tribute to Phil Lesh.” This special, one-night-only concert event will celebrate the spirit of Phil Lesh’s music and lasting influence, bringing together a roster of world-class musicians for an unforgettable performance.

On April 26, 2025, legendary singer-songwriter Stephen Stills will take the stage at the renowned Greek Theatre in Los Angeles for “Light Up The Blues,” a powerful concert event benefiting Autism Speaks. Hosted by Kristen and Stephen Stills, this extraordinary evening will unite fans, musicians, and advocates for an unforgettable celebration of music and community in support of autism awareness and research.

Today, Academy Award-nominated actress Amy Irving has shared her new single “I Wish I Didn’t Love You So” featuring Steve Earle, the latest offering from her forthcoming album Always Will Be, out April 25 via Queen Of The Castle Records/Missing Piece Records.